Inspired by Charles Spurgeon At the start of a new year, it’s easy to think about goals, habits, and plans. But before we look forward, it’s wise to look inward. Below you will find 15 questions inspired by a sermon one of my favorite pastors, the legendary Baptist preacher Charles Haddon Spurgeon, delivered to his… Continue reading 15 Questions to Ask at the Start of a New Year (for 2026)
Yesterday, I heard an exceptional sermon on John 15 from a master preacher. Our church is incredibly blessed to have Dr. Rick Byrd as our Pastor Emeritus. Yesterday, Dr. Byrd opened God’s Word for us, and the truths he shared landed on my heart in a way that was both beautiful and arresting. As I’ve… Continue reading Can you prove you follow Jesus?
One of the best things about being a follower of Jesus is the daily reminder that his mercies are new every morning (Lam. 3:22–23). That’s part of what makes the New Year so special too. As we enter 2026, I want to encourage you to remember—remember that Jesus is ready for you. This is the… Continue reading Jesus and the New Year
One of the hardest parts of faith is waiting. Waiting stretches us. It exposes our doubts. It tempts us to believe that maybe God has forgotten, delayed too long, or quietly changed His mind. That tension sits right at the heart of Luke 1. And it’s exactly where we find Zechariah. When Zechariah first heard… Continue reading Great Joy: A God Who Keeps His Promises
The Christmas story begins in an unexpected place, with an unexpected person, and an unexpected announcement. Luke tells us that the angel Gabriel was sent to Nazareth—a small, forgettable town in Galilee—to a young woman named Mary. Nazareth wasn’t impressive. It wasn’t influential. It wasn’t the kind of place you’d expect God to change the… Continue reading Trusting the King Who Reigns Forever
Joshua Wester 