Have you ever been in a relationship where you placed the other person above everything else — your friends, your family, even yourself? It’s easy to do, isn’t it? When you love someone, they can become your whole world. This was the exact topic addressed by Bishop James Marques and his wife, Helena, during a […]
There was a time when we thought about family, it brought up warm memories. Everyone gathered around the table for dinner, sharing stories from their day, laughing together and showing love. Both parents were present, and there was a sense of togetherness that felt unshakeable. But today, things look quite different. Many families face distance or […]
We all have responsibilities — to our families, our friends, our work, and our faith. But how we choose to handle them says a great deal about our character. When we think of Abraham, the first thing that comes to mind is usually faith. His trust in God’s promises, his obedience, his belief even when […]
There are two ways to read the Bible: one is to seek an understanding of God’s will, and the other is to look for passages to justify our own desires. Unfortunately, many people tend to lean toward the latter – opening the Bible with a decision already made and searching for verses that “approve” what […]
In an age of constant change and round-the-clock demands, having a clear and predictable daily routine is more than just a matter of productivity. It serves as an essential public health tool. While some people might find the word “routine” dull or restrictive, scientific studies increasingly demonstrate that consistent daily rhythms, such as a regular […]
When we hear the word ‘prosperity,’ many of us immediately think of money or success. But true prosperity with God goes far beyond material wealth. It begins with our mindset and our faith. The way we think, respond, and trust in God shapes the life we live. Here are three key principles to help you prosper, […]
Faith is the driving force behind those called to make a difference and Pastor Joseph Ouverney and his wife, Raquel, are living proof of that. For just over two years, they have been in Sri Lanka, sharing the message of Jesus with communities that remain largely unreached. When they first arrived, they didn’t know a single […]
“And the Scripture was fulfilled which says, ‘Abraham believed God, and it was accounted to him for righteousness.’ And he was called the friend of God.” (James 2:23) To truly understand the significance of this verse, we must first consider the world in which Abraham lived. His generation had turned away from God, caught between […]
Nowadays, we hear the word “empathy” everywhere. It appears in hashtags, motivational quotes, and social media captions filled with heart emojis. It has become one of those words that everyone likes to use and yet, the more it’s used, the less it seems to mean. Empathy sounds lovely. It feels safe, positive and polite. But too often, […]
Life can be hard, painfully hard at times. Some people wake up every day carrying the same invisible weight they went to bed with. They have tried everything they can think of: reaching out for help, seeking comfort, knocking on countless doors in the hope that someone or something might finally bring relief. But when every attempt seems […]
