For Such a Time as This: The Story of Purim and the Battle for God's People

Hello, friends, and welcome back to Nations 4 Jesus. Today, March 2nd, is a Jewish holiday that many Christians have never heard of—but need to understand.

It's called Purim, and it's the story of how God saved His people from complete annihilation. But more than that, it's a window into the spiritual warfare that has raged throughout history—and continues today.

This is not ancient history. This is a pattern that repeats in every generation. And as we'll see, it's a story that demands a response from every believer.

Let me start with the historical background.

The Feast of Purim is a time of great joy. Its important message is revealed by the name Purim, literally "lots." This recalls a time in Jewish history when a "lot" was cast to decide the day of destruction of the Jews.

The events of Purim are recorded in the book of Esther, set during the first dispersion to the land of Persia around 450 B.C.

The king of Persia—modern-day Iran—was Xerxes. His was the ruling empire, having conquered the waning Babylonians. Among the subjects of his kingdom was the sizable Jewish remnant displaced from the land of Israel, which had survived and flourished under the benevolence of the Persian leaders.

The Jewish people felt at home in their new land and had assimilated into the prevailing Persian culture.

But during the reign of Xerxes, events suddenly took a turn for the worse.

The primary instigator of these problems was a government official named Haman.

As Haman rose to power, he insisted on the homage he felt was due him. In good pagan tradition, Haman required all the king's servants to bow before him.

Among them was Mordecai—a Jew—who had once uncovered a plot to kill the king. Being a Jew, Mordecai was the only one who refused to bow to Haman as this would have been viewed as idolatry.

Scripture says, "Haman was filled with rage at such insubordination and desired to do away with all of the Jewish people in Persia."

Friends, listen carefully to what happened next. This is where we see the demonic nature of what was really going on.

Haman devised an evil and insidious way to set the exact time of extermination—not unlike Hitler's "Final Solution." He cast the lot (pur in Hebrew) to set the date "to destroy, kill and annihilate all the Jews, from young to old, including small children and women on a specific day, the thirteenth day of the twelfth month, the month of Adar, and to seize their goods as plunder."

Complete genocide. Every Jewish man, woman, and child in the Persian Empire. All on one day.

Haman promised the king an enormous payment, potentially 70 percent of the king's annual revenue. The king's positive response allowed Haman's deadly plan to roll forward.

Times could not have looked darker. But as Mordecai and his people turned to fasting and prayer, a rescue plan developed.

Now, here's where God's providence becomes stunning.

In a strange turn of events, a beautiful Jewish girl named Esther had earlier been appointed as queen of Persia. Mordecai, Ester's uncle, saw in this great "coincidence" a way the Jewish queen could help save her people.

Even though Esther had reached the pinnacle of Persian society, her uncle challenged her with some powerful words:

"Don't suppose that merely because you happen to be in the royal palace you will escape any more than other Jews. For if you fail to speak up now, relief and deliverance will come to the Jews from a different direction; but you and your father's family will perish. Who knows whether you didn't come into your royal position precisely for such a time as this?" (Esther 4:13-14)

For such a time as this. Those words echo through history.

At great risk to her own safety, Queen Esther approached King Xerxes and requested that the king and Haman be present at a banquet she would hold.

Meanwhile, it was a sleepless night for the king. His court records reminded him that Mordecai, who once saved the king's life, had never been rewarded. Through this particular "coincidence," the king decided that, along with his servants, he should honor Mordecai for his heroic deed.

At the banquet, Esther exposed the evil plot of Haman, to which the king promptly responded by hanging him on the very gallows Haman had built for Mordechai.

With Haman executed, the king now faced the problem of his previous decree to destroy the Jewish people. According to the law of the Medes and Persians, a previous law could not be nullified; however, additional laws could be passed to circumvent the current law.

King Xerxes decreed that while the Jewish community might be open to attack, they could now defend themselves with all the manpower they could muster.

Hence, the very day appointed for destruction—the thirteenth of Adar—became a day of deliverance and great joy for the Jewish community as they successfully repelled the attacks of their enemies.

Such is the history of the Feast of Purim as recorded near the end of the scroll of Esther.

Now, friends, let me tell you what this story is really about.

The book of Esther doesn't mention God by name, yet He can be seen working out His perfect plan behind the scenes.

This is a story about spiritual warfare. This is a story about Satan's relentless attempt to destroy the Jewish people—and God's faithfulness to preserve them.

Listen to what Scripture teaches us about the enemies of God's plan and His people.

Throughout human history, Satan has opposed God's people, His plan, and His Son. Only Satan's fury can explain the uncanny and repeated hatred spewed against God's people—the Jews and Christian believers in every age. 

Satan unsuccessfully sought to eliminate Jesus in Bethlehem and tempted Jesus to seek glory apart from the cross. Though a terrible enemy, Satan does not share God's omnipotence, omnipresence, or omniscience.

Because of Christ's death on the cross, Satan remains a defeated foe who will unscrupulously deceive and destroy people until his final and inevitable defeat when Christ returns.

Haman's deadly scheme reflects Satan's desire to eliminate the Israelites, through whom God had promised to send the Messiah as humanity's Savior.

Satan prowls the earth, looking for ways to deceive and devour people and defeat God, which he cannot do, even in the final battle at Armageddon.

Friends, here's the critical truth: While Satan wreaks havoc upon God's people, he cannot and will not ultimately defeat them.

Let me share three powerful truths from the story of Purim.

First, God is faithful to keep His promises to His people—and He will preserve them in every generation.

Esther 4:14 teaches us that although Purim is not directly mentioned in the New Testament, the lessons of this feast permeate it. The main lesson is found in the faithfulness of God toward His covenant people.

Genesis 12:3 is the promise to Abraham of divine protection: "I will bless those who bless you, but I will curse whoever curses you; and by you all the families of earth will be blessed."

The simple but profound lesson of Purim is that God will be faithful to keep His promises to His people.

God's consistent protection of the Jewish people should give all believers a sense of hope and security. God is a covenant-keeping God who is faithful to every generation.

Friends, this isn't just ancient history. Think about what has happened throughout the centuries.

The Egyptians tried to destroy them—the Babylonians tried to destroy them—the Persians tried to destroy them through Haman—the Romans tried to destroy them—the Spanish Inquisition tried to destroy them—the pogroms of Russia tried to destroy them—Hitler and the Nazis tried to destroy them—every time…God preserved a remnant.

And today, Iran and other nations openly call for the destruction of Israel—but God will preserve them.

Why? Because God keeps His promises. Because Satan cannot defeat God's plan. Because the Jewish people have a role to play in the return of Jesus Christ.

Second, when evil plots become known, God's people have a responsibility to act.

The message of Purim is not to be limited to the ancient history of Israel. If the will of God is to be carried out, then people have a responsibility to act.

When the evil plot of Haman became known to the Jewish community of Persia, there was a call for prayer and fasting. Ultimately, there was also a call to action as seen in Mordechai's exhortation to Queen Esther: "Who knows whether we have not been placed where we are for such a time as this?"

The message, then, is that God partners with people to protect His chosen people and that Christians today might be called upon to stand with the Jews whenever we see anti-Semitism.

Friends, this is where it gets personal for us.

Let me read you something that should shake every believer to their core. It's from Martin Niemöller, a German Lutheran pastor who initially supported Hitler but later opposed the Nazi regime and was imprisoned in a concentration camp.

"First they came for the Socialists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a Socialist. Then they came for the Trade Unionists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a Trade Unionist. Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out—because I was not a Jew. Then they came for me—and there was no one left to speak for me."

This quote is often cited as a powerful warning against apathy and indifference in the face of injustice, particularly during the Holocaust.

Friends, we're living in a time when anti-Semitism is rising globally. College campuses are filled with hatred toward Israel. The United Nations consistently condemns Israel while ignoring the atrocities of terrorist organizations. Iran is developing nuclear weapons with the stated goal of wiping Israel off the map.n “From the River to the Sea” chanted by ignorant people means the complete annihilation of the country and people of Israel. 

Where is the church? Are we speaking up? Are we standing with God's covenant people?

Or are we silent, thinking, "Well, I'm not Jewish, so this doesn't concern me”?

Or are we arguing about the issue and some even supporting anti-semitic podcasters like Tucker Carlson or Nick Fuentes. 

Or are our churches teaching Replacement Theology which is not Biblical. 

Mordecai's words to Esther apply to us: "For such a time as this."

You have been placed where you are—in your workplace, your neighborhood, your community—for such a time as this. When you see anti-Semitism, will you speak up? When you see Jewish people or Israel demonized, will you defend them? When you see the Jewish people threatened, will you stand with them?

Third, God will prevail over every deadly strike of an already defeated foe.

God's people should guard against Satan's deception but primarily focus on God's overcoming power. Aware of Satan's temptation and wily ways, God's people trust the Holy Spirit for power to resist him.

God will prevail over every deadly strike of an already defeated foe.

How will you trust God as you seek to live unswervingly for Him in this world? God is stronger than Satan. God lives within His people. In His power, they can overcome.

Friends, the story of Purim reminds us that we're in a spiritual battle. This isn't about politics. This isn't about geopolitics. This is about Satan's ancient hatred of the Jewish people because through them came the Messiah, the Savior of the world.

And if Satan hates the Jews, he also hates Christians—because we proclaim that Jewish Messiah as Lord.

So let me challenge you today with three applications:

First, pray for Israel. Pray for their protection. Pray for their salvation. Pray that they would recognize Yeshua as their Messiah. Psalm 122:6 says, "Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: May those who love you be secure."

Second, speak up when you see anti-Semitism. Don't be silent. Don't be like those who watched the Holocaust unfold and did nothing. When you see Israel demonized on social media, speak truth. When you hear anti-Semitic rhetoric, call it out. Be a voice for God's covenant people.

Third, remember that you have been placed where you are "for such a time as this." God has sovereignly positioned you in your sphere of influence. Don't waste it. Don't squander the opportunity. Use your voice, your platform, your influence to stand for truth and righteousness.

The lesson of Purim is clear: When God's people fast, pray, and take action, God moves on their behalf.

Esther could have stayed silent. She could have enjoyed her palace life and hoped the genocide wouldn't reach her. But she chose to risk everything with the words, "If I perish, I perish."

What are you willing to risk to stand for God's people and God's truth?

Let me pray…

Thank you for joining me today. The story of Purim reminds me that God is faithful, that spiritual warfare is real, and that we have a responsibility to stand with God's covenant people in every generation.

Until next time, keep your eyes on the nations, stand with Israel, and remember—you have been placed where you are for such a time as this.

Pastors, Your People Are Perishing: The Crisis of Biblical Illiteracy in the Church

Hello, friends, and welcome back to Nations 4 Jesus. Today I need to talk about something that's been on my heart for a long time.

It's about the state of teaching in many American churches today. I'm going to be honest with you: Jeff and I have left a few churches because of what I'm about to describe. This isn't about being critical or judgmental. It's about being heartbroken over what's happening to God's people when they're not being fed the Word of God.

[The original letter ]

About 15 years ago, a friend of ours named John Rackliffe wrote an open letter to pastors. His words struck a chord with us then, and they're even more relevant today. He began with this passage from Hosea 4:6: "My people perish from a lack of knowledge."

This scripture has always been powerful, but it speaks volumes in our current moment. When John wrote his letter in 2010, he was concerned about what he was seeing in Charleston-area churches. But here's what we need to understand: The problem has only gotten worse in the 15 years since.

[The state of biblical literacy today - updated statistics]

Let me share some sobering statistics with you. According to a 2024 study by the American Bible Society, only 11% of Americans are considered "Scripture engaged"—meaning they read the Bible regularly and allow it to transform their lives. That's down from 14% just five years ago. Among Christians specifically, less than 20% read their Bible daily.

Barna Research reported in 2023 that 37% of practicing Christians—people who attend church at least monthly—cannot name all four Gospels. Nearly half cannot identify more than two or three of Jesus's disciples. And when asked basic questions about core Christian doctrines, the majority of churchgoers gave answers that contradicted biblical teaching.

Friends, how did we get here? How did we reach a point where people who regularly attend church don't know the basic content of Scripture? I believe a significant part of the answer lies in what's happening—or not happening—in our pulpits every Sunday.

[John Rackliffe's challenge - the heart of the message]

Let me read you what John wrote to pastors 15 years ago, because it's still desperately needed today:

"Pastors, if you are reading this, the people want to know what God has to say about our world! Please tell them. If you don't know, read God's word and find out! Your flock is perishing from a lack of knowledge. Popular preachers can't help you. Best-selling books are inadequate. Slick programs are not the answer. The Bible is our only answer book. Please tell your people."

When John wrote that in 2010, he was concerned about topical preaching, guest speakers talking about self-help issues, and teaching from popular authors instead of Scripture. But today? The situation has deteriorated even further.

[The problem today - entertainment over substance]

Now we have churches where the Bible is barely mentioned at all. We have services that are more like TED Talks than worship gatherings. We have pastors who are more concerned with not offending anyone than with declaring the whole counsel of God. We have worship experiences designed to entertain rather than to encounter the living God. We even have so-called churches showcasing drag queens and leaders from Planned Parenthood. 

A 2023 study by Lifeway Research found that only 52% of Protestant pastors strongly agree that the Bible is the sole authority for their faith and practice. Think about that! Nearly half of pastors don't fully embrace biblical authority. Is it any wonder that their congregations are biblically illiterate?

And here's something that really concerns me: According to Pew Research, 63% of young adults who grew up in evangelical churches and left the faith say they never really understood what Christianity taught. They sat in church for years, but no one actually taught them the Bible systematically. They got stories and inspirational talks and feel-good messages, but they never learned the grand narrative of Scripture or the foundational doctrines of the faith.

[Why this matters - the times we live in]

Friends, John wrote back in 2010 that "the times we live in are difficult. Terrorism, frequent natural disasters, the American dream disappearing before our eyes, and reports of wars all over the globe are in our faces daily. People want to know why these things are happening and they want to hear it from God."

Well, if that was true in 2010, how much more is it true today? We're living in times of unprecedented confusion, division, anxiety, and fear. We have entire generations drowning in mental health crises. We have families falling apart. We have a culture that's hostile to biblical Christianity. We have believers who are being tossed back and forth by every wind of doctrine because they don't know what Scripture actually says.

And entertainment-driven, topically-focused, feel-good church services are not equipping God's people to stand firm in these times. Second Timothy 4:3-4 warns us: "For the time will come when people will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear. They will turn their ears away from the truth and turn aside to myths."

[What people need - biblical teaching]

Here's what John asked 15 years ago, and it's still the right question: "Will my next place of worship reveal a deep knowledge of who God really is? How can I tell if the church I attend is revealing to me who God is?"

His answer was simple: "Is your pastor regularly teaching from the Bible? If he is not, if he is choosing topics, teaching from popular authors or theologians' writings, or bringing in guests to talk about self-help issues, it may be time to look elsewhere."

Friends, people need to know who God is! Not who Oprah thinks He is. Not what the latest Christian bestseller says about Him. Not what makes us feel good about ourselves. They need to know who God has revealed Himself to be in His Word. They need systematic, verse-by-verse, book-by-book teaching that takes them through all of Scripture—not just the comfortable parts.

[The personal cost - why this matters to us]

Let me tell you friends, leaving a church is hard. It's painful. You have relationships there. You have history there. Your kids have friends there. But you need to ask yourselves: Are your children learning who God is? Are they being grounded in Scripture? Are they being equipped to stand firm in their faith?

Often times the answer is no. You may be getting a lot of entertainment, some great programs and lots of feel-good messages about living your best life. But you aren’t getting consistent, deep, systematic teaching from God's Word. And friends, you shouldn’t stay in a church that isn’t feeding your family the Word of God.

[What to look for - practical guidance]

So what should you look for in a church? Let me give you some practical guidance. First, does the pastor preach through books of the Bible systematically? Not just his favorite verses or topics, but actually working through entire books, verse by verse, chapter by chapter? This ensures that the whole counsel of God is taught, not just the pastor's pet themes.

Second, is the Bible the authority, or is the pastor using it to support points he's already decided to make? There's a big difference between expository preaching—where the text determines what's taught—and topical preaching where Scripture is just sprinkled in for support. Third, does the teaching challenge you, convict you, and call you to obedience? Or does it just make you feel good and send you home unchanged?

Fourth, are doctrinal truths being clearly explained? Do you understand more about God's character, His redemptive plan, His purposes in the world after attending this church? Can you look at what is happening in the world and understand it better through the context of Scripture. And fifth, is there an expectation that you'll read and study Scripture for yourself during the week? Or is Sunday morning the only time God's Word is opened?

[Biblical foundation - God's call to teach His Word]

Nehemiah 8 gives us a beautiful picture of what biblical teaching should look like. Verses 8-9 say: "They read from the Book of the Law of God, making it clear and giving the meaning so that the people understood what was being read. Then Nehemiah the governor, Ezra the priest and teacher of the Law, and the Levites who were instructing the people said to them all, 'This day is holy to the LORD your God.'"

Notice what happened: They read from God's Word. They made it clear. They gave the meaning. The people understood. And the result? Conviction, repentance, worship, and transformation. That's what happens when God's Word is faithfully taught!

[The call to action - for everyone]

So friends, here's what I want to challenge you with today. If you're in a church where you're not being fed the Word of God, it's time to have a conversation. Make an appointment with your pastor. Ask him, respectfully and humbly, why expository teaching from Scripture isn't happening. Tell him you're hungry for God's Word. Tell him your family needs to be grounded in biblical truth.

And if things don't change? It may be time to find a church that will feed you. I know that's hard to hear. I know it's disruptive. But friends, spiritual malnutrition has eternal consequences. Your children are watching and learning what you prioritize. If you stay in a church that doesn't take Scripture seriously, you're teaching them that God's Word isn't really that important.

[Five characteristics of a Bible-teaching church]

Let me leave you with five characteristics to look for in a Bible-teaching church. First, Scripture is opened every single week, and substantial portions are read and explained. Second, the teaching flows from the text—the passage determines what's taught. Third, the pastor looks at the world and helps you understand what is going on through the lens of Scripture. 

Fourth, the whole Bible is taught over time—Old Testament and New Testament, easy passages and difficult ones. And fifth, there's an expectation and equipping for personal Bible study—the goal is to make you a student of God's Word, not dependent on the pastor to spoon-feed you.

[Closing encouragement and prayer]

Friends, John Rackliffe ended his letter with these words: "Our time is short and God wants to use us for His purposes. Get out of the dark places and move into the light so that God can put you to work."

I couldn't agree more. Life is too short and eternity is too long to spend your Sundays in churches that aren't teaching you who God is. Pray and ask God to lead you to a church, a Bible study, or a home group that is learning about God from the Bible and honoring Him through genuine worship and obedience to His Word.

Let me pray for us: 

Thank you for joining me today. I know this was a challenging episode, but friends, it needed to be said. Your spiritual health and your family's spiritual health depend on being in a place where God's Word is taught faithfully.

Until next time, remember—as you keep your eyes on the nations, remember the warning that God's people perish from lack of knowledge. Don't let that be your story.

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A Global Hunger for God's Word: The YouVersion Story

Hello, friends, and welcome back to Nations 4 Jesus. Today I want to share some incredibly encouraging news with you—news that reminds us that even in a world filled with darkness, confusion, and chaos, people are hungry for God's Word.

This is the story of what's happening on the world's largest Bible app, and it's a story that should fill every believer with hope.

Let me start with the headline: YouVersion's 2025 report reveals a record number of engagement levels with the Word of God, with an increase in daily Bible use in Africa, Central Asia, and North America.

Friends, we're not talking about small increases. We're talking about explosive growth in places where people are desperate for truth.

The most used Bible app in the world—YouVersion—saw a 27% increase in daily Bible use in sub-Saharan Africa. North Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia saw a 33% increase in daily use. And even here in North America, we experienced a 15% increase.

Bobby Gruenewald, YouVersion's founder and CEO, said this: "We're witnessing a global movement. People are hungry for what's real and true. The Bible stands alone as the source of truth, carefully passed from generation to generation. It's alive and active, and relevant to our everyday lives. These numbers represent millions of changed lives—people finding hope, direction and purpose in God's Word."

Let that sink in for a moment. Millions of changed lives. Not millions of downloads. Not millions of app opens. Millions of changed lives because people are encountering the living Word of God.

Now, here's what really struck me about this report.

The verse that received the most engagement in the app was Isaiah 41:10: "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."

Gruenewald said, "I think this verse keeps rising to the top because it addresses one of our deepest needs, the assurance that we're not alone. In a world full of anxiety and uncertainty, people are drawn to God's promise to be with us, to strengthen us, and to help us. That message never gets old because the need for it is universal and timeless."

Friends, think about what this tells us. In a world drowning in anxiety, people aren't turning to self-help books or meditation apps or therapy alone—they're turning to the Word of God.

Over the last six years, Isaiah 41:10 has been the most read verse four times. Other top verses included Jeremiah 29:11—God's hopeful plans for us—and Romans 12:2—be transformed by the renewing of our minds.

And the most searched terms? Love, anxiety, and peace.

People are searching for what only God can provide.

Now let me tell you about some milestones that are just staggering.

October 2024 marked 1 billion downloads across YouVersion's apps. One billion. That's one out of every eight people on planet Earth who have downloaded this Bible app.

Franklin Graham posted on social media: "Wow—what a milestone! Congratulations to YouVersion Bible App on reaching their one BILLIONTH download this month! So grateful to the team who developed this tremendous tool to help people read and study God's Word. Incredibly, the Bible App is now in 2,300 languages and has users in every country of the world! Let's pray for one billion more downloads!"

And here's another remarkable stat: November 2nd marked a record for engagement with the Bible, when 19 million people opened the YouVersion Bible app in a single day.

Nineteen million people. In one day. Opening God's Word.

From late August through November, Sundays ranked among the highest-ever engagement days. And November saw a 19% increase in daily Bible use over November 2024.

Friends, something is happening. Something significant. Something the world isn't reporting but Heaven is celebrating.

Let me share three truths that this story teaches us.

First, people are hungry for truth in an age of deception.

We live in an era of fake news, AI-generated content, deepfakes, and information overload. People don't know what to believe anymore. They don't know who to trust.

But the Bible stands alone as the source of truth. It's been carefully passed from generation to generation. It's been tested, attacked, banned, and burned—but it endures.

And when people encounter it, they discover something they can't find anywhere else: truth that is alive and active and relevant to everyday life.

Hebrews 4:12 says, "For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart."

That's what people are discovering on YouVersion. This isn't just an ancient book. This is the living Word of God that speaks into their anxiety, their fear, their confusion, and their pain.

Second, God is moving powerfully in unexpected places.

Look at where the growth is happening. Sub-Saharan Africa—27% increase. North Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia—33% increase.

These are regions facing persecution, poverty, political instability, and spiritual warfare. And yet, people are turning to God's Word in record numbers.

This reminds me of what we've seen throughout history: the church grows fastest under pressure. When comfort is stripped away, when circumstances are hard, when life is uncertain—that's when people cry out for God.

And God is meeting them. Not through elaborate programs or celebrity preachers or fancy buildings. He's meeting them through His Word on a phone screen.

Third, when people engage with God's Word consistently, lives are transformed.

Gruenewald said, "The momentum we're seeing gives us bold faith for 2026 and beyond. When people consistently engage with God's Word, it transforms more than individual lives. There's a ripple effect in families and communities."

That's the key word: consistently.

It's not about reading your Bible once in a while when you feel spiritual. It's about daily engagement with the Word of God. It's about making Scripture part of your routine, part of your rhythm, part of your life.

And when that happens, transformation comes. Not just to you as an individual, but to your family, your church, your community.

Friends, this story should challenge us.

Are you in God's Word daily? Not just reading it, but engaging with it? Meditating on it? Letting it shape how you think, how you speak, how you live?

If 19 million people can open a Bible app on a single day, what's stopping you from opening your Bible—physical or digital—today?

And here's what I love about this: YouVersion makes it so accessible. The Bible App is now in 2,300 languages. It's available in every country of the world. It's free. It has reading plans, devotionals, audio Bibles, and community features.

If you've struggled to read the Bible consistently, download YouVersion. Pick a reading plan. Start with something simple like the Gospels or Psalms. Set a daily reminder. Join a community.

Make 2026 the year you fall in love with God's Word.

And if you're already reading daily, encourage someone else to start. Share a verse. Recommend a reading plan. Invite a friend to do a plan with you.

Because here's the truth: when people engage with God's Word, lives change. Families change. Communities change. Nations change.

Thank you for joining me today. This story from YouVersion reminds me that God is still at work, that people are still hungry for truth, and that His Word is still transforming lives around the world.

Until next time, keep your eyes on the nations, stay in God's Word daily, and remember—the Bible is alive, active, and powerful. Don't just own it. Read it.

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