Do you ever feel like there’s an ongoing war inside your mind? One moment, you feel full of faith and confidence, believing God is with you and for you. The next, you’re paralyzed by a crippling insecurity that holds you back.

Think of a nativity scene. The image is one of serene stillness: a peaceful baby, reverent shepherds, and wise men gathered under a silent, starry night. It’s the version of Christmas we see on cards and in carols. But…

Ancient texts can feel like historical artifacts—dense, distant, and perhaps a little irrelevant. We see them as important for their time, but we struggle to find their pulse in our own. Yet, sometimes…