What do you think of when you see the cross? As we realize how dramatically Jesus changed its meaning, we will be challenged to join the revolution He has started. Originally posted 10/6/20.

Jesus preached a lot about having a happy life, but His happiness is different than the world's. He challenges us to rely so much on God that we don't get comfortable. Originally posted 10/5/20.

Much as our identities changed when we went from being single to married, Jesus' presence is meant to fundamentally change us. Simply adding some of His teaching to an unchanged life is a recipe for disaster. Originally posted 10/1/20.

We all want the healing Jesus brings into our lives, but He wants us to completely follow Him. Are we prepared to truly put Him first, even when it hurts? Originally posted 9/30/20.

Are you a good person? Doing good gives us a glimpse at what God created us for - but just a glimpse. More than just saying Jesus is Lord or even doing good, we must truly allow Jesus to reign in our lives. Originally posted 9/29/20.

"We can do this the easy way or the hard way." From diets to relationships, money to church, we all prefer the easy way. Too bad Jesus says the easy way doesn't work. Originally posted 9/28/20.

Nobody's perfect...but that excuse isn't good enough for Jesus. Instead of being like everyone else, He calls us to be perfect as God is perfect. Originally posted 9/24/20.

What motivates you? Feeling obligated gets us to do the minimum. Jesus challenges us to act from love. Originally posted 9/23/20.

The world says hit back (and harder) when we have been hurt. Jesus tells us to turn the other cheek, and He shows us how. Originally posted 9/22/20.

There is so much dishonesty in our world today, but Jesus challenges us to live according to a higher standard. "Let what you say simply be 'Yes' or 'No'." Originally posted 9/21/20.

The world feeds us so many lies about love and relationships. Jesus tells us the truth: divorce hurts. If we let Him, Jesus can help heal us. Originally posted 9/17/20.