Now that winter is upon us, daylight hours are at their shortest. The sun sets early, leaving us with longer periods spent indoors under artificial light. Although many of us are already used to this seasonal shift, it can still significantly impact our physical and mental wellbeing. Health experts have pointed out that reduced exposure […]
Financial pressure is rarely just about money. When finances become unstable, they often bring emotional strain, fear, confusion and discouragement. Many financial struggles are invisible battles, and they are only overcome when a person is spiritually strong and focused. The Bible teaches us that “…we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against […]
Studies have shown that the excessive and continuous consumption of negative, violent or alarming news can have a direct impact on mental and emotional well‑being, increasing feelings of worry, hopelessness and general anxiety. Experts say the problem isn’t staying informed, but rather the pattern of exposure — intense, repetitive and relentless — which places a […]
Faith has never been more necessary within families. What once served as a pillar of protection and refuge has, in many cases, become a setting for conflict and emotional turmoil. Couples often live as adversaries, relatives grow more distant than complete strangers and, tragically, it’s not uncommon to hear of parents and children harming one […]
This Thursday, 18 December, Bishop Macedo, founder of the Universal Church, and his wife, Ester Bezerra, celebrate 54 years of marriage – a remarkable journey built on faith, commitment and shared purpose. When Bishop Macedo speaks about marriage, he often explains that faith, just like married life, must be practical. God, he says, does not […]
In times when technology increasingly shapes the way we live, learn and connect, recent experiments pushing artificial intelligence into the realm of spirituality have caught worldwide attention. A recent example was the Swiss “Deus in Machina” project, which introduced an AI-powered avatar in the confessional booth of St. Peter’s Chapel in Lucerne, Switzerland. This project, […]
As the year comes to an end, many people reflect on their achievements and experiences. Some look back with gratitude for their accomplishments, blessings and breakthroughs, while others may feel spiritually drained, emotionally overwhelmed, or disconnected from God. The final months of the year often become a whirlwind of deadlines, responsibilities and distractions, leaving little […]
As the year draws to a close, many people experience a significant increase in stress and emotional strain. A combination of social expectations build up – family commitments, unfulfilled goals, financial concerns, and much more. On top of that, the festive season can intensify painful memories, unresolved issues and frustrations accumulated throughout the year, […]
The work of the Holy Spirit remained largely unknown over the countries, after His wonderful manifestation in the Primitive Church. But thanks to the Pentecostal movement, which started in the early 1900s, the nations of the world are again able to know more about the Holy Spirit. As the third Person of the Holy Trinity, […]
“Why Do I Feel Empty?” Have you ever felt that something is missing in your life – a kind of emptiness that no relationship, success or possession can truly fill? This void exists because we were created to have a relationship with God through the presence of the Holy Spirit. If this connection is absent, […]
