Community Rules from God || Manna for the Mind #396

Deuteronomy 28 lists many blessings and curses that come with obeying and disobeying God’s commands. How do we read this? Do they attack us? Are they meant for something more? Are they important at all? Exodus 15:26 gives us some insight.

Creating Healthy Sexual Mindsets || Sins of the World #1

The world has sexualized a lot of things, creating many temptations of sexual immorality. When we understand the importance of Jesus’ words in Matthew 5:32, Jesus tells us that our romantic relationships needs to be committed and intentional.

Nostalgic Transition || New Phone, Who Dis? #9 (FINALE)

Change is hard. Nostalgia pulls us back to what feels comfortable and safe. Change is inevitable, and Jesus shows us what change can look like in the transition between the old and new covenant.

Holistic Healing Today || Manna for the Mind #395

The health industry has its highs and lows, and James 5:15 reminds that our health can reside in our prayers and community. Let’s look what holistic healing looks like today.

The Highs and Lows of Sacrifice || Manna for the Mind #394

Isaiah 53:5 describes a suffering servant that would come to bear the sins of the world intensely for a reconciled relationship with God. This previews the work of Jesus, and how we respond to this sacrifice. How do you want to do life?

The Ultimate Heal Power || Manna for the Mind #393

Jeremiah 17:14 invites us to recognize God as our healer, savior, and worthy of praise. It makes me look at how we define healing and how the church can be a hospital that it was intended to be.

A Careful Approach || New Phone, Who Dis? #8

The Holy of Holies required a special entry, of a special person, at a special time for the proper atonement process. However, that process was temporary. Jesus shows us the true path. We look at Leviticus 16:12 and Hebrews 4:16 to see the new approachs.

Christ’s Perfect Offering || New Phone, Who Dis? #7

In exploring the profound contrast between the Old and New covenants, we see the shift from many sacrifices to one perfect offering in Christ, who fulfilled the requirements of atonement once and for all. This ultimate sacrifice invites us to embody God’s love and grace, urging us to live authentically in faith and purpose.

A Path to Peace || Manna for the Mind #392

In the spirit of King David’s celebration, seeking God entails a profound commitment to prayer, worship, and obedience. Amidst life’s chaos, we find strength through silence and community, transforming fear into love. By advocating for the marginalized and fostering inclusivity, we embody God’s presence, fostering a personal and communal connection with Him.

Understanding Deliverance Today || Manna for the Mind #391

Amidst ancient Israel’s militaristic views, Psalm 118 flips the script, reminding us that real strength is divine, not derived from might. Through God’s transformative salvation, believers find a powerful ally and a reason to celebrate. It’s a wake-up call to recognize our dependence on God for complete deliverance—spiritually and physically.