There's a powerful verse tucked into the story of Joseph that reveals something profound about how God works in our lives: "As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good to bring it about that many people should be kept alive" (Genesis 50:20).This isn't just ancient history. It's a pattern that God continues to weave through human lives—taking our worst moments, our deepest sins...  Read More

Every August brings a change of season. School begins again, the weather starts to hint at cooler days, and life settles into a familiar rhythm that feels a bit more normal. This time of year often carries a sense of hope as we look forward to fall and even long for the season to come. Yet it can also bring a sense of sadness as summer gives way to longer, colder nights. In times of change, there ...  Read More

Driving across the eastern Colorado plains during a dry season reveals an interesting phenomenon. In the midst of brown, parched grass, you can trace the path of a creek by following the line of green trees and bushes meandering across the landscape. These trees thrive while everything around them withers, their roots reaching deep into the life-giving water below.The prophet Jeremiah captured thi...  Read More

The pages of Genesis are filled with raw, messy family drama that mirrors our own lives more than we might want to admit. In the story of Joseph and his brothers, we encounter one of the most challenging questions believers face: How do we handle difficult situations when duty collides with personal pain? We live in a world that celebrates independence, yet God designed us for something different—...  Read More

There's a peculiar truth about following God that most of us discover the hard way: faithfulness doesn't lead to less responsibility—it leads to more.This reality unfolds dramatically in the life of Joseph as he transitions from prisoner to prime minister in a single day. One moment he's languishing in an Egyptian dungeon, forgotten and seemingly forsaken. The next, he's standing before Pharaoh, i...  Read More

Life has a peculiar way of placing us in situations we never anticipated. One moment we're in the depths of despair, and the next, we're thrust into positions of responsibility that seem far beyond our capabilities. The story of Joseph in Genesis 41 offers us a masterclass in navigating these unexpected transitions with wisdom, faithfulness, and trust in God. After two long years in prison, Joseph...  Read More

March 1, 1950, started like any other Wednesday evening at Westside Baptist Church in Beatrice, Nebraska. The choir was scheduled to meet at 7:25 p.m. sharp—the director was known for her punctuality. But that night, something strange happened. Every single member of the fifteen-person choir was running late.The pastor had to iron his daughter's dress after a dinner mishap. Two sisters had car tro...  Read More

“Do all things without grumbling or disputing,” -Philippians 2:14 (ESV)Lord open our minds and soften our hearts as we discuss this topic of marriage. Help us to set aside any & all hurts, disputes and complaints and come and sit in Your presence as we learn what Your word has to say. In Jesus name, Amen.“So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He c...  Read More

There's something profoundly challenging about following God's calling when the path leads somewhere completely unexpected. We envision our faithful service resulting in blessing, favor, and smooth sailing. But what happens when obedience lands us in slavery? When doing the right thing puts us in prison? When we serve with excellence only to face false accusations?The story of Joseph reveals a unc...  Read More

With summer ramping up, we all know what comes with it: heat.Some of us are ready for it and welcome the heat with open arms. Others, like me, can’t wait for the cool of winter so we can wear hoodies all day, cuddle up by the fire, and watch movies.No matter who we are, when the heat turns up, all of our daily activities tend to shift as we find ways to cool ourselves down. Whether it’s our belove...  Read More

The title "Lion of the Tribe of Judah" evokes images of majesty, power, and unblemished royalty. When we think of Jesus bearing this name, we imagine a lineage of mighty kings and righteous ancestors. Yet when we trace the actual family tree, we discover something startling: the line that produced the Messiah is marked by scandal, sin, and brokenness.This paradox reveals one of the most profound t...  Read More

The story of Joseph and his brothers isn't just an ancient tale—it's a mirror reflecting the painful realities of family dysfunction, betrayal, and the mysterious ways God works through our darkest moments. Picture a young man, maybe seventeen years old, walking seventy-five miles over dusty roads to check on his brothers. He's obedient to his father's request, innocent of what's about to unfold....  Read More