Finding Your Purpose in Moses' Story Have you ever looked at what God is calling you to do and thought, "There's no way I'm qualified for this"? Maybe you've scrolled through social media, comparing yourself to others who seem more talented, more confident, more ready. Perhaps you've whispered to yourself in moments of doubt: "Who am I to do something like this?" If these questions sound familiar, you're in good company. The story of Moses reveals something revolutionary about how God chooses...
about 1 month ago • 4 min read
When Wrestling With God Becomes Your Greatest Blessing Have you ever felt like you've been fighting for something so long that you're not sure you can hold on anymore? You've prayed, cried, shown up, and done all the right things, yet instead of breakthrough, you've gotten more struggle. More silence. More waiting. Here's the thing: the struggle itself might be the answer you've been looking for. There's a powerful story in Genesis 32 that completely reframes what it means to wrestle through...
3 months ago • 5 min read
Hey Friend, I hope this message finds you in a place of peace, even if life feels messy right now. This week's podcast episode explored Genesis 26-30, focusing on Jacob's story—a man who manipulated, deceived, and schemed his way into his brother's blessing. Yet in the midst of his dysfunction and while running from the consequences of his actions, God appeared to him and reaffirmed His covenant promise. The sermon challenged us to see that God's faithfulness isn't based on our worthiness,...
3 months ago • 1 min read
There's a profound difference between knowing about the Bible and allowing the Bible to know you, to search you, challenge you, and ultimately transform you. Many of us grew up with some exposure to Scripture. We went to church, maybe took our kids to Sunday school, prayed before meals, and considered ourselves believers. Yet somewhere along the way, we found ourselves in dark places we never expected, depressed, angry, frustrated, feeling like our lives had veered completely off course with...
4 months ago • 4 min read
One of the quiet dangers in the Christian life is assuming that knowing the Word of God is the same thing as living according to it. Many believers read the Bible, underline verses, listen to sermons, and agree with what Scripture says. Yet agreement is not the same as obedience. There is often a gap between hearing the Word and allowing it to shape the way we actually live. James addresses this directly when he writes, “Be doers of the word and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves” (James...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, Are you longing for deeper, more authentic friendships that truly speak life into your journey? At Courageous Disciples, we believe that walking together in faith creates stronger connections—friendships that are centered on God and rooted in His Word. By joining our membership, you’ll gain access to live weekly Q&A sessions where you can connect with others, ask questions, and share your thoughts in a safe, encouraging environment. Our exclusive online community is a place where...
almost 2 years ago • 1 min read