Persevering in Prayer

Overcoming through Prayer

A devotional reflection on Peter walking on water, arguing that prayer gives courage to step out in faith and depend on God. It warns against judging others’ faith steps and highlights God’s readiness to save when doubt arises.

The Clothing of the High Priest - The Breastpiece

This article is about the high priest’s breastpiece of “judgment” in Exodus 28—its colors, links to the ephod, and the Urim and Thummim used for decisions. It highlights the 12 engraved stones as signs of each person’s value and God’s strength, love, and wisdom.

Increasing admiration: Christ ever more before our eyes

A devotional reflection on John 1:36–37 traces John the Baptist’s three days of testimony, showing a growing focus on Jesus as the Lamb of God and encouraging believers to fix their gaze on Christ to witness more simply and effectively.

The High Priest’s Garments - The Ephod

This article is about the high priest Aaron’s garments in Exodus 28 as a picture of Jesus Christ, the true High Priest. It explains the ephod’s colors and gold as symbols of His glories, and the shoulder stones bearing Israel’s names, showing how He represents and carries God’s people securely.

My Sin is Great

This article is about sincere confession: admitting our sin is great and seeking forgiveness for God’s name’s sake. It explains that faith trusts God’s mercy shown in Christ’s cross, producing honesty that doesn’t downplay guilt, and notes the Psalms’ purposeful order.