Posts with the category “home-page”

Spiritual Growth Myths
March 20th, 2025
We’ve all heard old wives’ tales—those well-meaning but often misguided beliefs passed down through generations. “Don’t swim after eating or you’ll get cramps.” “Cracking your knuckles will give you a...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
10 Questions About Heaven
March 13th, 2025
The promise of Heaven is clear for all believers.  We can count on God to always keep His promises so we know that heaven is our eternal home.  While we know without a doubt that we are going to heave...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
I Will Come for You
March 11th, 2025
Heaven. For many Christians, it’s a word filled with mystery and wonder. We talk about it, sing about it, and look forward to it. But what do we know about it? Is it just a vague, distant hope or a co...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
I Will Never Leave You or Forsake You
March 4th, 2025
In a world filled with uncertainty, where jobs change, relationships shift, and news of global instability feels relentless, one thing remains constant: God's unshakable love and presence. His promise...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
3 Ways to Prove You Love Your Kids
February 13th, 2025
No one had to convince you to love your children.  It happened the first time you held or saw them and memorized every detail of their faces.It happened when you heard them laugh for the first time or...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
40 Promises of God
February 10th, 2025
40 PROMISES FROM THE BIBLEPromises of God’s Love and FaithfulnessGod loves you deeply."For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, no...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
Unpacking Your Past
February 7th, 2025
In Philippians 3:7-14, the Apostle Paul provides a profound perspective on dealing with our past baggage. Paul reflects on his life before Christ, listing his impressive religious credentials and acco...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
Baggage Check
February 4th, 2025
We all carry baggage—emotional wounds, spiritual struggles, and relational conflicts—that weigh us down and prevent us from living fully. We must identify this baggage and check it at Jesus' feet to f...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
Baggage
February 1st, 2025
Dealing with the baggage from our past is one of the most challenging yet essential parts of spiritual growth and emotional healing. Our past, shaped by experiences, choices, and relationships, often ...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
The Harvest
January 26th, 2025
Through the Rooted series, I challenged the church to put down roots in their faith and live a life consistent with the Gospel they believed in. Here's the whole series in a nutshell. We tend to the s...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
Pruning
January 17th, 2025
In John 15:1-8, Jesus describes Himself as the true vine, and His followers as the branches. God the Father is the gardener who prunes the branches so that they may bear more fruit. Pruning, though of...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
Growing in Godliness
January 15th, 2025
Have you considered what it will take for you to grow spiritually? Whether you have known Jesus for weeks or decades, God still desires growth from us and in us. But what does that look like? In simpl...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
Managing Post-Holiday Big Feelings
December 26th, 2024
From The Parent Cue Was yesterday merry, but today, not so much?  You know one of the biggest culprits of your kid’s meltdowns? A disrupted routine. Do you know what the holidays are? A big ol’ (albei...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
20 Memory Making Family Christmas Activiteis
December 2nd, 2024
From The Parent Cue Traditions are important for families because they provide opportunities to keep your family legacy going. From the simple to the silly to the sentimental, traditions can create me...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
Jesus is God's Son
December 1st, 2024
The birth of Jesus, as described in Matthew 1:18-25, is a story rich with meaning and relevance for modern Christians. This passage focuses on Joseph’s reaction to Mary’s unexpected pregnancy, his int...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
Jesus is Lord.
December 1st, 2024
The story of Jesus’ birth is a moment in history that changed history and still inspires us to live God-pleasing lives today because of who Jesus is. In Luke 1:39-56, we see Mary visiting her cousin E...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
Jesus is coming.
December 1st, 2024
The birth of Jesus announced to Mary in Luke 1:26-38, is one of the most profound moments in Scripture. The angel Gabriel's visit to a young, humble woman in Nazareth, with the astonishing news that s...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
Making Memories That Last
November 7th, 2024
From The Parent Cue We know the holidays can feel like many things: stressful, pressure-filled, and frenetic. But if we’re lucky, the holidays can also feel restful, grounding, and refreshing.  As a p...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
Know and Vote Your Convictions
October 15th, 2024
With the election nearing, it’s important to remember that our first priority in life is to please the Lord. One way that we do this is to know and vote our convictions. If that is the case, and it is...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
Make America Kind Again
October 14th, 2024
Politics often feels like a battleground where anger, division, and hostility take center stage. As election season heats up, it’s easy to get caught in the cycle of arguments and partisanship that ma...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
Prayerful, Purposeful Politics
October 13th, 2024
As election day approaches, Christians are often reminded of their civic duty to vote, but the call to pray for political leaders and the electoral process is just as important. In a world often marke...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
100% His
August 24th, 2024
Romans 8:14-17 is a passage rich with the themes of identity, inheritance, and the transformative relationship between God and His people. These verses remind believers of their status as children of ...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
100% Forgiven
August 24th, 2024
Romans 8:1-4 is a powerful passage that encapsulates the heart of the gospel message—freedom and life in Christ. These verses offer deep theological insights and practical implications for believers...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
Leverage Every Moment
August 23rd, 2024
From The Parent Cue Every family has a rhythm…yes, even the families who can’t seem to escape the cycle of daily chaos. If you look closely, you’ll find consistent things that happen every day o...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
Fight Entitlement
August 22nd, 2024
Today, the concept of entitlement is more prevalent than ever. Social media, consumer culture, and a focus on individual rights have contributed to a mindset where many people believe they deserve cer...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
A Simple Guide to Spiritual Growth
August 22nd, 2024
In today's fast-paced, ever-changing world, living for Jesus and growing in your faith can feel challenging. Balancing the demands of daily life with a commitment to living according to biblical princ...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
Stripped of Pride, Clothed in Humility
August 12th, 2024
The book of Obadiah reminds us that we will either strip ourselves of pride or God will strip us of our pride.  The people of Edom were deceived by the pride that filled their heart.  As a result, the...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
Proud v. Pride
August 5th, 2024
For Christians, the concepts of being proud and having pride can have nuanced differences, particularly when viewed through the lens of biblical teachings. Theologically, being proud with a proper att...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
The One Who Turned on Jesus
July 29th, 2024
The story of Judas Iscariot is one of the most tragic and complex narratives in the New Testament.  As one of Jesus' twelve apostles, Judas had the unique opportunity to learn directly from Christ, ye...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
The Sincere One
July 15th, 2024
Nathaniel, also known as Bartholomew, is a lesser-known yet significant figure among Jesus' disciples. His story, primarily found in the Gospel of John, offers valuable insights into the nature of fai...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
The One With a Big Heart
July 15th, 2024
The story of Lydia, a significant yet often overlooked figure in the Bible, is found in Acts 16:11-15. Lydia's brief but impactful teach us much about early Christian faith, hospitality, and the role ...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
The One Jesus Loved
July 7th, 2024
In the Bible, the phrase "the one Jesus loved" refers to the disciple John, also known as John the Apostle or John the Evangelist. John is mentioned in several key moments throughout the New Testament...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
It's Just a Phase - Celebrate It
July 2nd, 2024
From the Parent Cue You know how it is: Your kid makes one change and it seems to throw your family’s whole world into a tailspin. Whether the shift is big or small, those changes are usually not with...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
The One with Wisdom
July 2nd, 2024
Wisdom is something that we all need but not everyone has it.  It's more that knowledge.  It's different that experience.  It's not limited those who are older.   Wisdom is a gift from God that is ava...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
Summer Screen Time
June 20th, 2024
From the Parent Cue. Many parents have an interesting relationship with technology.  We’re both grateful for the moments of peace technology affords us and worried that our kids are becoming addicted ...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
The One Who Notices
May 28th, 2024
Often overshadowed by his more prominent brother, Peter, Andrew plays a significant role in the Gospels. While glimpses into his life are brief, they offer valuable lessons for us as we navigate faith...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
The One Who Is Like Us
May 28th, 2024
When it comes to the disciples, no one loomed larger than Simon Peter, the impulsive fisherman-turned-apostle whose journey with Jesus is marked by both remarkable faith and profound failure. Peter's ...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
The One Who Waits
May 28th, 2024
In the Gospel of Luke, Anna emerges as a beacon of patience and faithfulness, her story woven into the fabric of our redemption and God’s divine promise. Though her presence in the scriptures is brief...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
2 Timothy 4 Fight the Good Fight
May 20th, 2024
Feeling disconnected from your faith in a world obsessed with busyness and instant gratification? Does the idea of living a Christ-centered life seem daunting in today's fast-paced society? You're not...  Read More
by Mike Hurt
2 Timothy 3: Fully Convinced
May 13th, 2024
Does everyone seem to chase after the next "thing," while genuine faith gets pushed to the sidelines? Do you feel challenged to stay devoted to the right things?  You're not alone. Second Timothy 3, a...  Read More
by Mike Hurt