by Jon Hughes | Apr 13, 2025 | Christian Life
“In the spring, at the time when kings go off to war, David sent Joab out with the king’s men and the whole Israelite army… But David remained in Jerusalem.” — 2 Samuel 11:1 (NIV) There’s a subtle but striking detail tucked into the opening of 2...
by Jon Hughes | Apr 9, 2025 | Christian Life
In Luke 15, Jesus tells a story that many of us know well—the parable of the prodigal son. This is a story that speaks not only to the heart of God but also to the hearts of those who have ever felt lost, broken, or unworthy. It’s a story that teaches us about grace,...
by Jon Hughes | Apr 8, 2025 | Christian Life
When we’re walking through the fire of trials, it can often feel as though we are surrounded by darkness. The weight of our struggles, the pain of our loss, and the confusion of our circumstances can cloud our vision and cause us to question the goodness of God. Yet,...
by Jon Hughes | Apr 7, 2025 | Christian Life
In Ezekiel 37, we encounter one of the most powerful and vivid prophecies in the Old Testament: the vision of the valley of dry bones. This passage speaks not only to the restoration of Israel but also to the greater spiritual battle between the forces of darkness and...
by Jon Hughes | Apr 1, 2025 | Christian Life
In the Book of Numbers, Chapter 25, we encounter a moment that stands as a powerful example of courage and decisive action in the face of overwhelming sin. This moment, involving Phinehas, the grandson of Aaron, reveals the importance of standing firm for what is...
