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Not This Time, Satan!

What Jesus’ Temptation Means for Your Life Right NowLuke 4:1–15 You’ve probably heard the phrase: “Not today, Satan.” Luke 4 gives us the ultimate version of that moment—Jesus face-to-face with the devil in the wilderness. But this scene isn’t just Bible trivia. It’s one of the most important moments in Jesus’ ministry, and it speaks directly into your battles with…

We Can Take Him at His Word

Easter is one of those days where everyone walks in thinking, “I already know this story.”Cross. Tomb. Empty. He is risen. Brunch. But in Luke 24:44–53, Jesus gives us a lens that keeps Easter from becoming just a religious rerun. He reminds His disciples (and us) of something huge: You can take Him at His word. Over and over again,…

The God Who Promises (Even in the Parts You Skip)

Be honest: when you’re reading through Luke and you hit Luke 3:23–38—the genealogy of Jesus—what do you usually do? “As he began his ministry, Jesus was about thirty years old…”skip skip skip “Then Jesus left the Jordan, full of the Holy Spirit…” (Luke 4:1) Most of us jump straight over the names.But those names are there on purpose. In this…

April 2025 Newsletter Article

Hi Faith Family, I don’t know about you, but I’m so glad it’s finally spring. The warmth feels so goodafter such a cold and snowy winter. As I was considering what to share, I was reminded that we will becelebrating Easter this month.This verse became my favorite verse for Easter many years ago. I always love reflecting on it and…