Holy boldness gave the Apostles the courage to go out and preach, even when they knew they could very well be killed for it.

When we pray for something, we are usually looking for an immediate answer or sign, and while this can definitely happen, it doesn’t happen as often as we would like it to. Those moments where we are invited to wait, are also invitations to grow closer in relationship with God.

I was preparing my lesson for the CYM class I teach when I was struck by the thought of how many people do not know just how much the Father loves them.

Trust is the source of surrender. If you are confident in God and His promises, then you know that all will be well and because of that you will have the courage to surrender.

I propose that there are three key aspects of authentic masculinity, united under one overarching theme. These essential aspects are to build, to protect, to serve. The common theme? Sacrificial love.