Not only is Jesus the light of the world, but we are, too, because of him. And he tells us we must shine that light so all can see and know him.

Faith, BlogJessica BrodieOctober 30, 2023Author Jessica Brodiejesus is the light of the world, jesus is the light, john 3:30, 1 corinthians 2:1-5, galatians 2:20, acts 2:1-4, be the light, shining the light Comments

We Become Who We Worship

Who do we serve, really—the self? The altar of material items and flesh and parties? Or the altar of the Lord, God Almighty, maker of heaven and earth?

Faith, BlogJessica BrodieOctober 23, 2023Author Jessica Brodiefalse idols, cannot serve two masters, 2 kings 17, 2 kings 17:15 Comments

Peace of God in the God of Peace

In the short term, the peace of God doesn’t always look like world peace. But in the long-term, it is. For the peace of God comes when we know the God of peace.

Faith, BlogJessica BrodieOctober 16, 2023Author Jessica Brodieprince of peace, does jesus promise peace, how do we find peace in God, philippians 4:6-7, Matthew 10:34-36, John 14:27 Comments

From Broken to Beautiful

Let’s not be shy about sharing our broken pieces. For the truth is that when I am vulnerable, people are able to see the Jesus in me so much more clearly.

Faith, BlogJessica BrodieOctober 9, 2023Author Jessica Brodie2 corinthians 12:9 Comments

The Staggering Miracle of ‘Word Became Flesh’

It’s staggering to think that God, our Almighty God, creator of the universe, walked around the earth, just like me. Became flesh, flesh like me. And he died, but death was not the end.

Faith, BlogJessica BrodieOctober 2, 2023Author Jessica Brodieword became flesh, personal faith, jesus my personal savior, jesus persona;, jesus personal, john 1:14 Comments

Learning (Again!) to Lean on the Lord

My desperation this week taught me a powerful truth all over again: Without God, I’m nothing. God always provides.

Faith, BlogJessica BrodieSeptember 25, 2023Author Jessica Brodiejohn 15:5, leaning on god, dependence on jesus, rely on faith, how to learn to depend on the lord Comments

The Spirit on the Sidewalk

You can’t miss him—he’s a striking African-American man with a huge grin and the most joyful demeanor. Exuberantly, he makes the sign of the cross at every car that passes by, reminding us all that God’s Kingdom is near.

Faith, BlogJessica BrodieSeptember 18, 2023Author Jessica Brodieholy spirit, spiritual gifts, evangelism, sharing the gospel, sign of the cross, street preaching, Acts 2, pentecost, day of pentecost, matthew 28:19-20 Comments

Filled to Overflowing

The Holy Spirit, God within us, is not something we can or should attempt to control. Instead, we should surrender to the spirit’s work within us so God’s powerful and almighty work can soar beyond our wildest dreams.