St. Catherine's Monastery, the world's oldest monastery, is being forced to close its doors and be annexed by the Egyptian government, highlighting the precarious situation of Christians in the Middle East. The church's history and global presence are a testament to its significance, with Pentecost marking the birthday of the church and the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham. Despite persecution, the church remains a redemptive instrument of God, proclaiming Christ's message to all nations. [... more]

God wants his people to trust him and love their faith, beholding him as their awesome God who is not weakened by terrifying things, but rather, he's in control and cares for his people like a shepherd, gathering them in his arms and carrying them in his bosom, and his majesty is beyond human comprehension, measured by his creation and his justice and understanding. [... more]