OUR PURPOSE FOR LIFE

In a world that constantly demands our attention, it is easy to become anchored to the temporary. We worry about bank accounts, career ladders, and the fleeting comforts of today. However, as believers, we are called to a different perspective—one that looks beyond the horizon of the visible world. The essence of the Christian life is found in a profound paradox: we live here, but our life is hidden there. Your Life is Hidden with Christ The scripture reminds us that our true life is "hid with Christ in God." This isn't just a poetic sentiment; it is a legal and spiritual reality. If Christ is our treasure and our inheritance, then our greatest assets aren't kept in a local vault. They are reserved in a realm where "neither rust nor moth can mar it." When we fix our hearts on things above, we aren't escaping reality; we are attaching ourselves to the ultimate reality. The Down Payment of the Spirit How do we stay connected to this heavenly inheritance w...

Is making money your primary motivator in life? If you look at your daily schedule, is your entire effort devoted to the pursuit of wealth? Most of us wake up, head to work, and spend our best hours chasing a paycheck. While providing for oneself is biblical, there is a thin, dangerous line between "earning a living" and "living for earnings." The Bible doesn’t mince words when it comes to our finances. In Matthew 6:24 , Jesus issues a definitive challenge: “No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money.” In the modern world, we are constantly bombarded by the "hustle culture" that equates net worth with self-worth. But as believers, we must ask ourselves: Who is sitting on the throne of our hearts? Are we controlled by the Spirit, or are we driven by the dollar? The Illusion of Financial Security We often chase money because it pro...

The spiritual landscape of the West is undergoing a seismic shift. For generations, the local church was the bedrock of the community, anchored by biblical authority and the preaching of the Gospel. Today, however, we are witnessing a dual phenomenon that many watchmen believe carries profound prophetic weight: a mass exodus from traditional, Bible-believing churches and a simultaneous surge in "Progressive Christianity." Is this merely a social trend, or are we witnessing the "Great Falling Away" (Apostasy) warned of in 2 Thessalonians 2:3 ? The Silent Exodus: A Sifting of the Pews The statistics are a wake-up call for the faithful. Data from major research groups shows that for the first time in modern history, church membership has dropped below 50% in the West. The Decline: Traditional denominations—those that historically held to the inerrancy of Scripture—are seeing a rapid decline in attendance. The "Nones": A growing number of people identify as ...

Have you recently felt a sudden, inexplicable urge to pull away from everything? Maybe it happens at a social gathering that was once a joy. But now you look around the room and, for the first time, the atmosphere feels hollow. What used to be fun now feels like a stage play filled with pretense, emptiness, and phoniness. You find yourself retreating—not out of anger, but because you simply can’t find a place for yourself in the performance anymore. The urge to disappear usually starts when a "spiritual blindfold" is removed. Suddenly, you see through the "pact of pretending" that so much of society relies on. You see people masking their deep emptiness with busyness, and you realize you can no longer participate in the performance. This shift is often the beginning of a true spiritual awakening . It isn’t about rejecting the people you love; it’s about a desperate need for authenticity in Christ. You are being called to trade the approval of the crowd for the still...

  Have you ever tried reading the Book of Revelation and felt like you were walking into the middle of a movie without knowing the plot? Between the dragons, the seals, and the "Mark of the Beast," it’s easy to get lost in the symbols. Many modern interpretations suggest that Revelation is a roadmap for future geopolitical events in the Middle East. However, according to Reformed theologian Kim Riddlebarger , the secret to unlocking Revelation isn't found in today’s news headlines—it’s found in the Old Testament, specifically in Daniel’s 70 Weeks . If you want to understand the "End Times" without the sensationalism, you need to understand how these two prophetic books work together. The 70 Weeks of Daniel: A Super-Jubilee, Not a Countdown In Daniel 9:24–27, the prophet receives a vision of "seventy weeks" (490 years) decreed for his people. While many "End Times" charts insert a 2,000-year "gap" between the 69th and 70th week, Rid...

Do you ever feel like you’re just going through the motions, wondering, “What is my purpose in life?” If you’re searching for meaning or feeling unfulfilled, you’re not alone. We live in a world that prioritizes material success over spiritual depth, leaving many of us feeling hollow despite our achievements. But the Bible offers a different narrative: You are not an accident, and your life is not a futile chase. God has a unique purpose for your life, rooted in an eternal plan that stretches far beyond this world. Why Worldly Pursuits Often Leave Us Empty Life can feel directionless when we anchor our worth in career goals, relationships, or wealth. While these aren't inherently bad, they are temporary. The Bible warns us: “The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever” (1 John 2:17). From a Christian perspective, your purpose is eternal . If your health, possessions, or status were stripped away tomorrow, your core purpose would remain unch...

Is human history a random series of events, or is it following a precise, divine blueprint? For centuries, scholars of the Masoretic Text and biblical chronologists have pointed to a startling pattern: the seven days of Creation in Genesis appear to be a mirror image of 7,000 years of human history. This framework, known as the Millennium Day Theory, suggests that we are standing on the threshold of the final "Sabbath" of the world. By understanding the "Great Week" of history, we gain a clearer perspective on the current global chaos and the promise of eternal rest. The Divine Ratio: 1 Day = 1,000 Years The foundation of this theory rests on the "Prophetic Key" found in 2 Peter 3:8: "But, beloved, be not ignorant of this one thing, that one day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day." This isn't just a poetic sentiment; it is a mathematical lens through which God views the timeline of Earth. When we apply this...