Who are you? Let me ask that again—who or what have you allowed to determine your identity? The truth is, every one of us carries an identity. Some wear the labels of success, ministry, or status. Others are marked by what they’ve endured—trauma, failure, or loss. But none of those things define who you are.[…]
Spiritual Growth
The Bible says in Acts 20:24, “But I do not account my life of any value nor as precious to myself, if only I may finish my course and the ministry that I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of the grace of God.” Did you catch that? Paul didn’t say[…]
Question: I can appreciate that some people spend a lot of time praying, but I’ve never been able to do that. Between running errands, working to pay the bills and my duties as a mother and wife, is it wrong for me to pray on the go? Answer:Life today moves fast—faster than ever. Our world[…]
When most people hear the word generosity, they immediately think of money—donations, tithes, and offerings given when it feels convenient. Yet true generosity goes much deeper than dollars and cents. It’s not about how much you give but why you give. It’s not about the size of your wallet—it’s about the posture of your heart.[…]
From Christians to Jews, to Muslims, to Hindus, to Buddhists, and even those who call themselves nonbelievers—almost everyone prays. Our favorite athletes bow their heads before a game, celebrities do it before award shows, and families whisper prayers before meals. Even our enemies pray. Yet for something so universal, prayer remains deeply misunderstood. Many people[…]
When a new year begins, most people rush to make resolutions, setting goals to improve their health, career, or relationships. And while growth is important, the truth is, a date on a calendar shouldn’t be what motivates transformation. The real power to grow comes from understanding a simple but profound truth: God created you to[…]
Question: Dr. Tony, for a long time, I haven’t been diligent about reading the Bible, but I want that to change. Where should I begin to read? Answer:The beautiful thing about your question is that it reveals hunger—hunger for God, hunger for truth, hunger for transformation. And here’s the good news: whenever you desire to[…]
Magnification is a fascinating concept. It’s the process of making something appear larger than it really is. When you look through a magnifying glass, an object suddenly seems enormous, even though its true size hasn’t changed. The image is exaggerated, expanded, and sometimes distorted—altering how you see it. That’s exactly what happens in life when[…]
Question: Dr. Tony, I’m a new Christian, and I have many questions about Jesus. Some of the stuff I’m learning is difficult to understand and believe. Some of my questions are: was Jesus even real, or what was He like on earth? I heard He was a Jewish rabbi. Is that true? Who did Jesus[…]
“How do you do it?” I asked. “Do what?” she replied. “How do you put your foot down sometimes and just say no?” My co-worker, Ms. Anderson, smiled and said, “I just had to learn to say no. I used to feel so guilty when I said it, but I had to learn to be[…]
Question: Dr. Tony, where is the Golden Rule found in the Bible? I know we’re supposed to live by it, but I want to be sure I know exactly what it says. Answer: The “Golden Rule” is one of the most well-known teachings of Jesus, though the exact phrase “Golden Rule” doesn’t appear in Scripture[…]
Adam and Eve had the perfect relationship with God in the Garden of Eden—but they settled for less by eating from the forbidden tree. Judas walked beside Jesus Himself, chosen for greatness, yet he settled for less by trading eternity for thirty pieces of silver. And if I’m honest, I’ve had seasons when I, too,[…]
