The Seven Feasts of Israel: Redemption, Harvest, and Hope: A Simple Biblical Guide

- **Passover** – Christ our Passover Lamb, sacrificed for us (1 Cor. 5:7). - **Unleavened Bread** – Christ sinless, buried, and untouched by corruption (Acts 2:31). - **Firstfruits** – Christ risen, the firstfruits of the resurrection (1 Cor. 15:20). - **Pentecost** – Christ sent the promised Holy Spirit to indwell believers (Acts 2; John 14:16–17). - **Trumpets** – A future gathering and divine intervention (1 Thess. 4:16). - **Day of Atonement** – Christ our perfect High Priest and once-for-all sacrifice (Heb. 9:11–14). - **Tabernacles / Ingathering** – Messiah reigns, gathers, provides, and dwells with His people (Zech. 14:16–19).

The Seven Feasts of Israel reveal a biblical pattern of redemption, harvest, and hope. This simple guide explains each feast’s original purpose, fulfillment in Jesus Christ, and prophetic significance, helping readers see God’s faithfulness across Scripture more clearly. Continue ReadingThe Seven Feasts of Israel: Redemption, Harvest, and Hope: A Simple Biblical Guide

A Brief History of God’s Progressive Revelation

Progressive revelation shows God making Himself increasingly clear while rebellious mankind rejects His truth, grace, and redemption through Jesus Christ.

Progressive revelation traces how God made Himself and His purposes increasingly clear throughout Scripture. Yet mankind repeatedly rebelled against greater light. From Eden to Christ’s kingdom, God judges sin, graciously preserves believers, and advances His redemptive plan through Jesus Christ. Continue ReadingA Brief History of God’s Progressive Revelation

I tried these six tips for negotiating with God but something else worked better

SIX TIPS FOR NEGOTIATING WITH GOD 1. Do Your Research: Find something God doesn't know. 2. Set the Anchor: Establish reality before God does. 3. Find Your Leverage: Discover something God needs from you. 4. Ask Calibrated Questions: Help God see something He hasn't considered. 5. Trade Concessions: Give God something so He will owe you something. 6. Be Prepared to Walk Away: Remind the Creator that you have other options.

None of these six tips for negotiating with God worked because I forgot God is the creator, savior, sustainer and we are his people, then I remembered that He already loves me and plans the best for me. Continue ReadingI tried these six tips for negotiating with God but something else worked better

The Daily Practice of Looking to Christ for Perspective

Does one concern keep crowding out everything else? The daily practice of looking to Christ redirects our attention through Scripture, prayer, fellowship, and obedience, helping us rest in His presence when life feels overwhelming.

Does one concern keep crowding out everything else? The daily practice of looking to Christ redirects our attention through Scripture, prayer, fellowship, and obedience, helping us rest in His presence when life feels overwhelming. Continue ReadingThe Daily Practice of Looking to Christ for Perspective

How Prayer Helps Us See Our Problems from God’s Perspective

Does one problem seem to fill your whole field of vision? Prayer helps us see our problems from God’s perspective, lifting our eyes from fear and uncertainty to His wisdom, power, care, and faithful promises.

Does one problem seem to fill your whole field of vision? Prayer helps us see our problems from God’s perspective, lifting our eyes from fear and uncertainty to His wisdom, power, care, and faithful promises. Continue ReadingHow Prayer Helps Us See Our Problems from God’s Perspective