"The Radical Call: Understanding Matthew 10" delves into one of the most challenging chapters in Matthew's Gospel, exploring its timeless relevance for modern disciples. The blog examines Jesus's commissioning of His disciples, unpacking the profound implications of His instructions - from traveling without provisions to facing persecution. It navigates through the chapter's apparent paradoxes, such as finding life by losing it and combining serpentine wisdom with dove-like innocence. While acknowledging the demanding nature of Jesus's teachings, the piece highlights the deep comfort found in God's intimate care for His followers. Through careful analysis, the blog reveals how Matthew 10 strips away notions of casual Christianity, presenting instead a vision of discipleship that demands complete reorientation of life while promising divine provision and purpose. This exploration challenges readers to move beyond comfortable spirituality into a deeper understanding of what it truly means to follow Christ in today's world.

In the luminous moments between past and present, just like a path through an enchanted forest, our journey of growth reveals itself as more beautiful than we imagined. C.S. Lewis, from his study at Oxford's Magdalen College, offers us a profound truth: your past self didn't fail - they succeeded in bringing you exactly where you needed to be. Through the lens of Lewis's own transformation from atheist to Christian apologist, discover how every step, even those that seemed to lead astray, was illuminating the path forward. This reflection explores how our perceived failures are often like waves that propel a boat forward, or switchbacks on a mountain trail that make the impossible climb possible. Join us as we explore why your previous chapters weren't mistakes, but rather stepping stones guiding you through your own enchanted journey of faith and personal growth.