Lesallan | August 21, 2025 Navigating Doubt: A Theological Reflection When Faith Felt Unsettled I remember standing by the window of my childhood bedroom, wrestling with questions no sermon seemed to answer. I had just lost a close friend, and the familiar comforts of prayer sounded hollow. Every promise I Read more
Lesallan Bostron posted Aug 19, 2025 4:41 PM Faith Rooted in History: Luke 1:1–4 and the Call to Humble, Diligent Study of the Church’s StoryA Devotional Reflection for the Global ChurchInspired by Luke’s Historical Method and Commitment to Truth Lesallan BostronOhio Christian UniversityTHE3300 Historical Theology II (ONL25F2)Dr. Steven RubyAugust 19, Read more
Lesallan Bostron | August 14, 2025 Fruit That Lasts: Kindness as Spirit-Born Evidence Lesallan Bostron | August 14, 2025 Key Verse But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith (Gal. 5:22, KJV). Introduction In Paul’s letter to the Galatians, the apostle identifies “kindness” (translated as Read more
Written by Lesallan Revised August 14, 2025 Clothed in Grace: Embracing Spiritual Clothing, Identity, and Community Transformation Written by Lesallan Revised August 14, 2025 This verse from Colossians 3:12 (NKJV) is my focal point: “Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility…” Colossians Read more
Written and Published by Lesallan August 12, 2025 Amen 🙏. Kindness That Heals Introduction As we continue our “Rooted and Radiant: Living with Trust and Kindness” series, we turn our attention to the healing power of kindness. In Ephesians 4:32 (New International Version), the apostle Paul exhorts believers: “Be kind Read more
Written by Lesallan August 9, 2025 Global Christianity and Transformative Praxis: Personal Reflections on The Next Christendom The emergence of global Christianity signifies a profound shift in the center of gravity for the faith, moving from traditional Western strongholds to vibrant communities across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Philip Jenkins Read more
Lesallan | August 8, 2025 Everyday encounters invite us to practice two simple yet transformative virtues: humility and kindness. Humility roots us in reality—reminding us of our limits, our dependence, and our shared humanity. Kindness lifts us beyond ourselves, calling us to generous hearts, empathetic words, and deeds that reflect Read more
Published by Lesallan August 6, 2025 Faith in the Everyday: Sacred Rhythms for Ordinary Life Everyday life—work, family, chores—can become a living prayer when small, sustainable rhythms are adopted. This section explores four core sacred practices that honor God’s presence in the mundane and transform routine into refuge. Each practice Read more
Published by Lesallan August 6, 2025 The True Vine: Christ Our Source In the Gospel of John, Christ’s self-identification as the “true vine” within the Farewell Discourse offers a theologically charged metaphor that locates Him as both the origin and sustainer of spiritual life (John 15:1–8, KJV). By naming the Read more
Exploring the Transformative Power of Divine Companionship Lesallan | August 5, 2025 What If: Waking Up with God on Your Side Exploring the Transformative Power of Divine Companionship Imagine, for just a moment, the gentle quiet of dawn. The city is still asleep, the sky is only beginning to blush Read more