I’m a firm believer in numbers that carry Biblical significance. On the 8th Sunday of this year, I had intended to preach about the importance of the number 28 because I had so many encounters with it, and I felt like it was communication from God. Although the number is not mentioned so many times … Read more

As a born-again Christian and pastor, I love teaching my kids the word of God. Last week, I bought them some books full of pictures of Biblical characters and animals. As I was teaching them the story of Samson, they came across a fox in one of the books. Since my younger son thought it … Read more

During my previous Bible study, my fellow members and I were discussing Samson’s story and the significance his hair had in regards to God’s purpose for him. As the discussion went on, we decided to delve deeper and find out the answer to the question everyone had, “What does long hair symbolize in the Bible?” … Read more

My days are always full of mundane routines and events. However, once in a while, something worth noting and extraordinary happens that makes me pose a bit and be in awe. One of the extraordinary things I love witnessing to date is the appearance of the rainbow in the sky. I love seeing rainbows! Remembering … Read more

As a born-again Christian, I’ve participated in numerous discussions about light. Light is mentioned multiple times in the Bible, and as Christians, we are even urged to be the salt and light of the world. But what does light symbolize in the Bible? Continue reading this article to learn more about what light symbolizes in … Read more

The world’s obsession with race is proof that color is a crucial part of the human experience. Even my 2-year-old son is rarely interested in anything unless it’s colorful. Currently, his favorite color seems to be purple. It still fascinates me how he lights up when we gift him purple toys. Color represents different things … Read more

As a young child, I always loved winter. Growing up in New York, we had the best white winters with thick blankets of snow each year. Strangely, snowfall would bring me inexplicable solace and comfort. I never understood why but as a grown-up now, I have more clarity. To become a minister, I had to … Read more

In all recorded human civilizations, including some of the oldest ones, gold was the standard of wealth, and only individuals of a certain social status owned or would own gold. In my theology classes and years studying the bible, however, I am learning that despite its great value, gold wasn’t encouraged in the bible. Gold … Read more

During last Sunday’s service, I was assigned to oversee the Sunday school’s drama presentation. After discussing with them, the Sunday school children agreed that they would present a play where Jesus washed his disciples’ feet. We were excited as we and the entire church would learn a thing or two from the play. So, you … Read more

When reading the Bible, I try to understand it deeply by researching the different animals used and what they symbolize. This helps me interpret the scripture from a more informed point of view. Lately, I have been focusing on the Old Testament and have come across the ram several times. This led me to research … Read more