The Journey of the Magi—and My Own Journey of Wonder TL;DR: The Magi were not kings, and they did not arrive on the night of Jesus’ birth—their journey likely took months, possibly even up to two years, including preparation and travel. King Herod’s tragic decision...
Trusting God Through Life’s Uncomfortable Journeys "Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." — Isaiah 41:10 Here is my Canary Story Not long ago, I noticed my...
Our future shines brightest when we walk today hand-in-hand with God. -Wilson Alvarez Creating a vision for your life is natural. It’s part of our human desire to build something meaningful and lasting. We all dream of a future that feels peaceful, purposeful, and...
Your beliefs play an important role in manifesting your reality. As a business person, you have a specific way of thinking about business. Chances are you have created specific rules that support your way of thinking. You probably have run your career and business...
Once Saved, Always Saved: The Strength in Struggle and the Assurance for Our Children When the question arises about losing salvation, I am often asked by friends to share my thoughts. It’s a difficult question for me to answer because everyone’s experience and motive...
A Legacy Restored: Job’s Sons and Daughters “Even in the ashes of loss, God plants seeds of restoration.” The story of Job is one of resilience, faith, and redemption. Amid immense loss and suffering, Job’s steadfast devotion to God led to the ultimate restoration of...
Philippians 4:13 is one of the most powerful and well-known verses from the Bible: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” This simple yet profound message has resonated with believers across generations. But what does it really mean? It’s more than...
In God’s eyes, a woman’s quiet strength can move mountains and uplift hearts. -Wilson Alvarez Women have held essential roles in society since the beginning of time. Throughout history, women have been integral to the fulfillment of God’s work and the growth of the...
The Climb at Beth Shean: Rising When Life Hurts Most By Wilson Alvarez In November 2018, the air in Israel carried a quiet stillness, as if the land itself was holding its breath. I stood at the base of Tel Beit She’an, an ancient mound that rises about 80 meters (260...
As a Christian, you most likely have already learned that conflict is indeed inevitable. It hits anyone, even the holiest of holies and oftentimes, our responses to this situation make us truly question what kind of Christians we truly are. One verse that is as a...