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From the Tee Box to the Green: Learning the Christian Life from the Game of Golf
The Christian life can be compared to a round of golf in many ways. Imagine a brand-new golfer standing on the first tee. They have new clubs, new balls, and perhaps even a new outfit. People are watching. They feel nervous. They swing—and the ball dribbles ten yards. They swing again—a slice. Another swing—they top it. Yet despite these imperfect shots, one thing remains true: they are in the game. They have begun.
mlpotts
Oct 236 min read


The Greatness of Our Creator God
God, our Creator, is so big that He holds all of heaven and earth in His hands, yet He is so near that He dwells within us.
mlpotts
Oct 182 min read


The Blessing of Righteous Desire
Are you hungry for something real? Are you thirsty for a better life—a life marked by holiness, purpose, and peace with God? Jesus says, “If anyone thirsts, let him come to me and drink.” (John 7:37, ESV) And “...whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst.” (John 6:35, ESV)
mlpotts
Oct 165 min read


The Blessing of Righteous Desire
When our focus shifts from ourselves to God—when we seek righteousness for His honor, not merely for our benefit—God promises to fill us.
mlpotts
Oct 55 min read


“The End of the Matter — Living in Reverence and Responsibility”
Let us live with awe and obedience, comforted and sobered by the God who sees us—and saved by the Savior who gave Himself for us.
mlpotts
Sep 256 min read
Practicing Faith in Everyday Situations: Embracing Daily Faith Practices
A lot of people think faith is just for those big, spiritual moments—like when you’re at a church service or deep in thought. But honestly, faith is so much more than that. It’s something that’s part of our everyday lives, quietly woven into all the little moments. Think of it like a gentle stream that gradually shapes the land around it; the small things we do each day can gently shape our hearts and minds, too, often in ways we don’t even notice at first. So, how do you kee
mlpotts
Sep 225 min read


Standing Firm: Living a Christian Life in a World That Refuses to Define Truth
The world may redefine or ignore truth, but God’s truth remains. Let’s embrace His Word, live courageously, speak gently, and shine brightly.
mlpotts
Sep 184 min read


God’s Deep Desire for You
God will never force you to love or follow Him. True love can never be coerced; it can only be offered and received.
mlpotts
Aug 104 min read


The Real Christ
If we accept a “Jesus” who is less than the Word made flesh (John 1:14)—if we accept a merely human prophet, a phantom, or an abstract ideal—we miss out on everything God longs to give us: forgiveness, reconciliation, purpose, and joy.
mlpotts
Aug 34 min read


God's Blueprint for Christian Relationships
Relationships both bless and challenge us. Yet as believers, we’re not left to our own strength. The Holy Spirit enables us to put away bitterness and anger and to embody kindness, compassion, and forgiveness. In doing so, we reflect Jesus to a world that longs for hope and healing.
mlpotts
Jul 264 min read


The Five "E's" of Church
If churches embrace these Five “E’s,” they become places where grace is experienced, faith grows, and every member is empowered to serve.
mlpotts
Jul 154 min read


End-Times Prophecy: Ancient Words in Modern Headlines
Are we witnessing the fulfillment of ancient prophecy, or merely the cycles of history repeating themselves in a technological age? The answer may lie not only in the signs themselves but also in how each society—and each soul—responds.
mlpotts
Jun 275 min read


When Politics and Faith Collide
How, then, should Christians respond in a culture that increasingly meets faith with skepticism, indifference, or even animosity?
mlpotts
Jun 184 min read


A Message to America
Come clean, America—and stand up. For justice, for righteousness, for all God’s children. That’s how “His truth marches on.”
mlpotts
Jun 164 min read


Standing Firm Against the Wiles of Satan in This Day and Age
As Christians navigate a world increasingly marked by religious pluralism, secular ideologies, and challenges to biblical truth, the question arises: How can believers faithfully resist Satan's wiles and the spread of anti-Christ teachings—whether through secular liberalism, Islam, or other belief systems?
mlpotts
Jun 75 min read


"FISHERS of MEN"
How did Jesus “fish for men”? By meeting tangible needs and extending compassion.
mlpotts
Jun 64 min read


Jesus is Lord of All, or He's Not Lord at All
Jesus still asks: “Why do you call me ‘Lord, Lord,’ and not do what I tell you?”
mlpotts
Jun 24 min read


How Much Can God Trust You?
Let us strive to be stewards God can trust—wise, generous, and focused on the world to come.
mlpotts
May 286 min read


After Graduation
As you, new graduates, embark on life’s journey, remember: your choices matter. They shape your life here—and your eternity.
mlpotts
May 233 min read


A Message to America
Sometimes loving our neighbors means offering refuge or dignity—other times, it means using whatever strength we have to protect, shield, and liberate the oppressed.
mlpotts
May 154 min read
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