Praying self-willed, self-purposed prayers, too often promoted by “what we want” rather than praying Christ-willed, Christ-purposed prayers, prompted by “what we need”, is why many Christians struggle to have their prayers consistently and effectively answered. Teaching the “self-willed, self-purposed” kind of prayer leads to misguided faith.
Author Archives: Dr. Victoria Isaac
How to Defend Your Christian Faith
Wondering how to defend your Christian faith? Dr. Stephen Isaac, Sr. Pastor at the Reunion Church in Peoria, AZ, presents a compelling apologetic (defense) of Jesus Christ as the Messiah, the incarnate fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies written centuries before His birth.
Alignment in This Moment Will Bring Fulfillment in the Next
2026 will be a year of both spiritual and natural alignment, with both serving the purposes and plans fulfillment by the mighty hands and heart of our Sovereign God. The Word of the Lord was specific rather than a religiously stereotypical, umbrella-like generalization.
The Second Coming of Jesus
Since the time of the first Advent of the Messiah, and the days of the 1st and 2nd generation Church, there have been many words spoken and books written (both good and bad) about the second coming of Jesus. There have been plenty of heretics, false teachers, and divisive spiritual leaders who were more like spiritual predators than caring shepherds. The greatest threat to the community of Christ in all of this is the turning and shifting of focus away from Christ the Messiah and the biblical fulfillment.
Moedim and the Advent of the Messiah
The Hebrew word Moedim refers to appointed times. For the Jewish people, this includes the seven feasts and festivals such as Passover and Yom Kippur, all rich with significance as the point to the faithfulness of God towards His people. For Christians, Advent is the pinnacle of God’s appointed times, both the birth of the Messiah and His second coming.
Jesus the Messiah
The life of Christ, Christ Jesus, the Son of God, Immanuel, Christ the Word, Jesus the Christ, Jesus the Messiah, Yehoshua ha Mashiach Llesous, Issa, and on and on. Why? Well, the Bible is nothing without God’s plan of redemption for the world, and this plan would not be a plan without a Savior. Christ Jesus the Messiah is that Savior.
The Person, Purposes, and Power of the Holy Spirit
Many Christians are confused about Who the Holy Spirit is, what His purposes are, and how believers should engage with Him. Some Christians have a sound doctrinal understanding, but are not experiencing His Presence or operating in His power.
Let’s unravel some of this by digging into Scripture to develop a deeper understanding of the Person, purposes, and power of the Holy Spirit.
Fidelity to God’s Word
here is the word God is speaking to us – fidelity. Fidelity is not a new word nor recent concept – it is as old as time; old as in – the beginning. So let’s begin our conversation simply about the word itself – fidelity. Fidelity is a Biblical word; therefore, it is an eternal word. Fidelity is a relationship word; therefore, it loves, serves, gives, trusts, respects, and expects. It is a covenant word; therefore, it is a God word, and a word from God. To understand the significance of fidelity to God, we can start with acknowledging both the obvious and the maybe not so obvious. God seeks loving relationship with us, and then to honor and acknowledge those relationships, He makes a covenant with those He loves and those who choose to love Him – that is His way. God’s covenant with those He loves has been established in and through Christ Jesus, His Son. And, finally, God’s covenant with us is entirely upheld and fulfilled within the righteousness and fidelity of Christ Jesus, the Word.
The Resurrection of Jesus Paradox
They did not go to the tomb believing in resurrection.
The fact that they took burial spices along with them to anoint the decaying body tells us what their expectations and mindset were. Even after Jesus had given them six solid advance resurrection directives, they still came prepared and expecting to use ancient spices and juices to embalm the dead and lifeless body of Yeshua – the Christ.
They did not go to the tomb of Jesus expecting it to be empty.
They were surprised and astounded at what they saw, or did NOT see. They were even skeptical and disbelieving of the resurrection of Jesus when they heard later that morning that the tomb of Jesus was empty. In fact, based on the reactions recorded in the Gospels, it appears that it was the last thing they expected. It was the beginning of the Resurrection of Jesus paradox.
The Traditions of the Lenten Season
and Holy Week
Many Christians like to express their faith by observing some of the original traditions of Holy Week or, (as some have called it), Passion Week. Many others often just wonder what it all means. So, lets see…
To a seeking believer, there is no arguing that this time of year is very important to the origins of our faith, as well as our continued faith in God. Many believe it is even more significant to us than Christmas, and it is certainly our cornerstone message when proclaiming the Gospel of Christ as the truth to a better way to live and to love in this world – and the world to come.