Category: Teaching

The drive home from church tonight was filled with a disquieting echo in my spirit and bouncing off the walls of my mind. It lingered around the clash between two seemingly opposing forces: honor and humility. The story of Saul and Samuel, a king’s arrogance pitted against a prophet’s unwavering obedience, resonated deeply within me. […]

Last night for the first time since my spouse passed, I found myself pacing the house, my heart heavy with a prayer I had uttered countless times before: “Reduce me, oh, God. Break me.” It was a plea echoing the words of St. Ignatius of Antioch, who, facing martyrdom, surrendered to the divine will, understanding […]

The letter of 1 John was penned by John the Beloved to the “Elect Lady” and the “Church that meets in her house.” That leads us to believe that the people in this group were not novices in the things of God. They were heavy hitters in the Spirit, veritable spiritual giants by any metric […]

“Jesus, Our Bridegroom Calls Us to Intimacy and Communion” In Song of Solomon chapter 2, we see an ongoing dialog between the Bridegroom and the Bride. The entire book of Song of Solomon is controversial and thought by many not to truly belong in the canon of scripture. However, when we look at it beyond […]

In the Old Testament, within the pages of the book of Nehemiah, we encounter a compelling narrative that resonates deeply with our contemporary spiritual journey. Nehemiah, a faithful servant, found himself in the employ of King Artaxerxes I of Persia. As the king’s cupbearer, he held a position of trust and esteem, enjoying close proximity […]

In the tapestry of human interactions, we often encounter two distinct yet intertwined threads: entitlement and presumption. If left unchecked, these interwoven concepts can unravel the delicate fabric of relationships and hinder our spiritual growth. Understanding their nuances and embracing a mindset of humility and grace is crucial for fostering harmonious connections and deepening our […]

Some messages are timeless. My father (also my spiritual father), Roy Walden, Sr., went to heaven after decades of faithful ministry as a pastor in many churches across the mid-west and deep south. His doctrine and message was clear, profound, and anointed. The following message on “Grace vs. Law” is a liberating, informative, and inspiring […]

I want to speak to you about laying your Isaacs on the altar. This is a difficult and challenging topic, but it is one that is essential to our spiritual growth and development. What does it mean to lay your Isaac on the altar? It means to surrender the things that are most precious to […]