Kind Awakening

  “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” — Matthew 6:33 (KJV) Have you been feeling it? That quiet tug in your spirit to pick up your Bible. A sudden urge to pray. A whisper to get back to church. A longing to figure out who Jesus truly is. You’re not alone. That stirring you feel isn’t random—it’s prophetic. All around, millions are sensing that something is deeply off in the world. The chaos, the confusion, the division—these aren't just signs of political instability or societal unrest. They are signs of the times. And those with spiritual eyes are starting to see. The Call to Return Maybe you used to walk closely with God. Maybe you never have. Either way, the invitation is the same: Return to the One who made you. “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28 (KJV) We were not made by chance. You are not here by accident. The same God wh...

In an age where distraction is constant and ambition is idolized, we must be reminded of Christ’s enduring call: “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” — Matthew 6:33, KJV These words of Jesus are not poetic suggestion. They are a command . And hidden within this command is a safeguard —a spiritual protection that anchors us in eternity while the world chases after fleeting illusions. The Propensity to Chase Vanity Left unchecked, the human heart will naturally drift toward self-serving goals. Solomon, the wisest man to ever live outside of Christ Himself, learned this the hard way. After achieving more than anyone in wealth, fame, and influence, his conclusion was striking: “Vanity of vanities, saith the Preacher, vanity of vanities; all is vanity.” — Ecclesiastes 1:2, KJV What Solomon discovered, we often ignore. Our fallen nature has a gravitational pull toward pursuing things that do not last— money...

When we speak about obedience to God, the conversation often revolves around what it will cost. But what if we shifted the lens to what it brings?    “If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land” (Isaiah 1:19, KJV). This isn't about prosperity in the worldly sense. It is a divine promise. Obedience unlocks abundance—but it comes at the cost of your comfort, pride, and self-will. Yet, this surrender isn’t loss. It’s alignment. And in that alignment, we discover that what God gives far surpasses what we give up. Obedience Requires Death to Self Obedience to God will cost you everything in your flesh. Every lust, every hidden offense, every grudge you've learned to coddle—He will ask for it.    “And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me” (Luke 9:23, KJV). This is not hyperbole. It is the daily crucifixion of self-will. Every choice to forgive, every step away from vengeance,...

“Then saith he unto his disciples, The harvest truly is plenteous, but the labourers are few; Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth labourers into his harvest.” —Matthew 9:37–38 (KJV) Ruth, the Bride, and the Field of Grace The Bible is both historical and prophetic. Every page of the Old Testament is drenched in eternal meaning, layered with prophetic imagery that points to Jesus Christ and His relationship with His people. The book of Ruth is no exception. Ruth was a real woman, woven into the lineage of Christ (Matthew 1:5). But beyond her life lies a powerful allegory of the believer’s identity in Christ . In this spiritual lens, Boaz represents Christ —the Redeemer who owns the field. The field is the world, ready for harvest (John 4:35). The workers are the angels, sent as reapers (Matthew 13:39). And we? We are Ruth—His future bride . You’re Not Just a Worker, You’re the Bride Many believers see themselves solely as laborers—exhaust...

“If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me.” —Luke 9:23 (KJV) Faith Beyond the Filter Scroll through your favorite Christian content on social media and you’ll likely see smiles, lattes, devotionals with perfect lighting, and captioned verses that shine with feel-good inspiration. And praise God for those moments—they’re real too. But is that the whole story? In the age of filters and curated moments, it’s easy to believe that a true walk with Christ is always aesthetically pleasing. But the real path of discipleship is not always pretty. Sometimes it’s crawling on the floor in tears. Sometimes it’s silence when you’re desperate to hear from God. Sometimes it’s temptation, weakness, and failing. Again. We need to tell the truth: Following Jesus includes suffering. “Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.” —2 Timothy 3:12 (KJV) Christianity Is Not Just a Coffee Date There is nothin...

“And said unto them, It is written, My house shall be called the house of prayer; but ye have made it a den of thieves.” —Matthew 21:13 (KJV) A Holy Disruption: The Righteous Anger of Jesus When Jesus entered the temple in Matthew 21, He did not come as a passive observer. He came with righteous indignation. Tables overturned. Merchants scattered. Coins spilled. The Prince of Peace had become the Lion of Judah , cleansing His Father’s house. But what stirred this holy fury? Worship had become commerce . Sacrifice had become exploitation . The sacred was being sold, and access to God was barricaded by greed . Historical Context: The Exploitation Within the Temple In Jesus’ day, the temple was the center of Jewish worship. But for travelers and the poor, buying a sacrificial animal had become an expensive transaction . Merchants and religious leaders colluded to charge outrageous prices for doves, lambs, and oxen—often the only approved offerings allowed. They turned the out...