The birth of Jesus in a manger brings good news of salvation for all people, first proclaimed to lowly shepherds and extending to us as those favored by God.

God is not looking for false piety, but radical trust in his promises and providence through Jesus Christ.

An exploration of a Byzantine Icon of the Annunciation, detailing its symbolic elements and highlighting the Blessed Virgin Mary's role as the God-bearer.

Even when life doesn't go like we expect, we can trust that Jesus Christ gives our struggles and sufferings true and lasting purpose.

An exploration of the Icon of John the Baptist by Theophanes the Greek that shows that Christians are to act as living icons reflecting God's goodness and righteousness in Christ.

Repentance is not self-improvement. It is the reception of God's righteousness in Jesus Christ.

An exploration of the Rublev Holy Trinity icon as a visual representation of the Triune God, drawing from Genesis 18 and to talk about divine relationship, promise, and fulfillment in Christ.

True preparation for Jesus' unexpected return involves fulfilling the law through love and putting on Christ.