Take a moment to think about something that requires wisdom. Be honest, ask forgiveness, humble yourself before God and ask for wisdom. Remember, it doesn’t come instantly and requires an obedient and patient heart.

When I first came to Christ, I would have considered myself a smart person, but I would not describe myself as a wise person. To be honest, I am not sure I really understood the difference. In my mind, wisdom was for older people, people who have lived life and had been through some things.

Wisdom isn’t just knowing the right answers; it’s aligning our lives with God’s ways. It’s the quiet, steady confidence that helps us care for our families, nurture our relationships, serve with grace, and make decisions with peace. It shows up not just in big moments, but in the daily rhythms of life—how we respond, how we lead, how we love.

This is where we see Samuel walking in wisdom, even at a young age, and before he fully understood what was happening. He didn’t yet recognize the Lord’s voice, but he still responded with humility, trust, and obedience.

Biblically, wisdom isn’t just knowledge or being smart. Wisdom is seeing life from God’s perspective and choosing to act accordingly. Proverbs tells us that “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom” (Proverbs 9:10). This means acknowledging God’s authority in every area of life and humbling ourselves before Him.

Jesus modeled what love looks like. Starting with the Samaritan woman, He made an extra trip to get there. He made a point to stop, and when He did, He sat with her and spoke to her. He looked into her eyes, and He confirmed love.

As believers, we learn that God’s love doesn’t depend on whether or not we measure up. It doesn’t wait for us to be better people. Paul tells us in Romans 5:8 that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

When I gave my life to Christ in late 2017, I was broken, hurt, and in pain. But being in close contact with the Living God created a space where I was finally accepted and loved more than I could have ever envisioned.

As a parent, the love for a child is deep. Throughout their lives, it grows as they develop and become more independent. There are seasons when the love is questioned, challenged, and even rejected. When it has to be gentle and when it has to be tough.

Loving God begins with relationship—it is about seeking Him daily, listening to His voice, and aligning our hearts with His will.

Loving God begins with relationship—it is about seeking Him daily, listening to His voice, and aligning our hearts with His will.

Paul's letter to the Philippians highlights humility as essential to Christian conduct.

The Command to love God and others is at the heart of Christian life.

C.S.Lewis says, “The real trouble about the duty of forgiveness is that you do it with all your might on Monday and then find on Wednesday t

People I counseled over the years have asked this question many times. They have said things like, “But you don’t know what they did to...

Written by Stephanie Johnson Ephesians 4:31-32 (ESV) Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you,...