Made New

My farewell to the Heritage Christian School Class of 2026. I talk about faith, perseverance, influence, and the challenges that will come as life moves beyond the walls of Heritage. Stay grounded in Christ, remain faithful when life becomes difficult, and live in a way that points others to Jesus.This is not just about graduation. It is about the people you are becoming.

In this episode of Made New, we explore the purpose of lament through Lamentations 3 and discover how honest grief can lead us back to hope. Lament is not the opposite of faith. It is the pathway to deeper trust in a faithful God whose mercies are new every morning.

Today's episode is a reflection on leading worship this week through the song Goodness of God and how its lyrics echo the faithfulness of God throughout every season of life.

As a new year begins, it’s easy to reflect on the past while feeling uncertain about what lies ahead. In this 90 Second Reset, we hear God’s full promise from Isaiah 43:18–19 and are reminded that He is already at work doing something new.

Following God is easy when the path is clear. But what about the seasons of silence, disappointment, and waiting? In this 90 Second Reset, we explore what it means to keep walking in faith when obedience feels heavy and God’s plan does not make sense.

In this 90 Second Reset we learn that correction can be uncomfortable, but it is often one of the ways God helps us grow. Scripture frames correction as a gift rather than a punishment. We are encouraged to develop a teachable heart and trust that God uses even difficult feedback to shape us.

In this episode, we reflect on the importance of giving ourselves grace in a world that often demands perfection. Through Scripture and honest reflection, we are reminded that God’s mercy is new every morning and that He is patiently at work in us, even when growth feels slow. This episode offers encouragement to release self-criticism, rest in God’s compassion, and keep moving forward with hope.

In this 90 Second Reset, we reflect on Galatians 6:9 and the reminder to keep going even when the harvest hasn’t appeared yet. Waiting can be exhausting, especially when progress feels invisible. If you’re feeling weary or tempted to give up, this episode offers hope to hold on a little longer and trust that God is still at work.

In this devotion, we reflect on Romans 8:18 and the tension of living in a season that hurts while still holding on to hope. For those who have experienced loss, anxiety, disappointment, or long seasons of waiting, this devotional offers perspective without minimizing pain. Together, we are reminded that the suffering of this present time is not the end of the story and that God is still working toward glory, restoration, and renewal.

In this Advent devotion we reflect on the theme of Joy and the good news announced on the night of Jesus’ birth. Biblical joy is not shallow happiness or the absence of struggle. It is a deep and steady strength that comes from knowing God is near. As we light the candle of Joy, we are reminded that the joy of the Lord sustains us in every season and carries us through both celebration and sorrow.

This 90 Second Reset focuses on those moments when life feels quiet and waiting feels heavy. In those times it’s easy to wonder if God still sees you. In this short devotion, we’re reminded through Isaiah 49:15-16 that God has not forgotten us. Even in seasons of silence, you are known, remembered, and deeply loved by a God who is always at work.

This 90 Second Reset reminds us that God meets us in moments of weakness, not just in moments of strength. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 12:9, it highlights how God's power is made perfect when we feel empty or overwhelmed. It encourages the believer to see their weakness not as failure, but as an invitation to lean into God's greater strength.

In this Advent devotion we turn to the theme of Peace and reflect on the gift Jesus brings to a restless and uncertain world. Peace is not the absence of struggle. Peace is the presence of Christ. Through Scripture and reflection we are reminded that the Prince of Peace meets us in the middle of our worries and speaks calm to our hearts. Take a few quiet moments to rest, breathe, and remember that His peace is stronger than anything you face today.

Every human heart carries a quiet ache for something more than what is seen. Through Paul’s words and C.S. Lewis’s reflections, we discover that this longing is a signpost pointing us toward God. When we pay attention to it, it strengthens our hope and deepens our trust in Him.

This 90 Second Reset focuses on God’s promise to give us strength one day at a time. Through Lamentations 3:22-23, we’re reminded that His mercies are new every morning and perfectly fitted for today’s challenges. We are encouraged to release yesterday’s weight and trust the fresh strength God provides right now.

This 90 Second Reset reminds us that God meets us right in the middle of our mess, not once we have everything figured out. Drawing from Psalm 46:1, it highlights His ever-present help in every season of struggle and growth. We are encouraged to stop focusing on how far they have to go and recognize how faithfully God has already carried them.

Today we focus on the first theme of Advent, which is Hope. Advent reminds us that God keeps His promises, even in seasons of waiting.In this short devotional, we look back at the hope the world held before Jesus came, and we look ahead with confidence that Christ will come again. If you are walking through uncertainty, waiting on God for direction, or simply needing encouragement, this devotion will help lift your eyes to the faithfulness of God. Jesus is the light that shines in the darkness, and His hope is strong enough for every circumstance you face.Take a moment to slow down, breathe, and reflect on the truth that our hope is anchored in the character of God, not in what we can see.Scriptures shared include Isaiah 9:2 and Romans 15:13.