Joseph M. Jordan 
As a theologian and Christian, I often find myself trying to find biblical meanings in almost everything. I was preparing a sermon on humility for the congregation, and the story of Jesus washing his disciples’ feet came to mind. One of the major questions that I wanted my congregation to understand clearly was, “What does … Read more
As a pastor and church leader, I’m passionate about carrying out evangelical duties to spread God’s word. Since this is a holy and noble mission, Christians need to follow in the footsteps of Christ’s disciples and apostles without exaggerating their roles and abilities. To achieve this, we need to understand the difference between apostles and … Read more
Years back, when I was still a teen, I struggled with what outfits to wear to church. Being in that stage, it was a struggle to select clothes that made me comfortable at the same time, modest enough for church. However, I gradually mastered outfit selection by considering basic church etiquette. So, I would love … Read more
During my first years of employment, I worked at a Christian institution. We used to begin each day by committing each member to God and praying for strength, creativity, and humility to be with us as we worked. Even after transferring from that workplace, I still carried with me the ritual of praying for my … Read more
I have always taken funerals as special and emotional events for the bereaved and society. They are unique to the people attending because they present an opportunity to pay their last respect. I have participated in and organized several catholic funerals, and the dressing code is of utmost importance. Many people ask me about the … Read more
Being a scholar in the ministry has exposed me to a lot of literature that I did not even know existed. Old writings like the Book of Maccabees have always fascinated me. I recently learnt about the book of Eli from a fellow friend in the ministry. It got me wondering; why was the book … Read more
As an avid reader of the Bible, I’m often amazed by how God used his creation to communicate different messages to his people. One of the most common elements God used to convey his messages was water. This has led me to wonder about one thing: “What does water symbolize in the Bible?” In this … Read more
Every Sunday, as a minister at my local church, I conduct Christian symbolism classes. They are great ways of teaching my congregation how everyday items have spiritual meaning in not only Christianity but other faiths. When one of my students suggested I cover bananas in my next session, I knew it would be an interesting … Read more
On the 2nd Sunday of the year 2023, I was conversing with a fresh graduate from the university after church service. She told me that she had seen a dragonfly, and the spirit moved her to research the meaning of a dragonfly. It was not a new topic to me because I had learned more … Read more
I have spent my last fifteen years in ministry and believe that nobody understands better the importance of praying for our family members than I do. I have conducted numerous prayers individually and in groups to pray for family members. One of the frequent questions I get is how one can pray for family members, … Read more