The Way of the Lord Church Ministry is a church that desires to minister to the whole person and serve the entire community, and be rooted in unconditional love and forgiveness of those who offend us individually and collectively.
“For you did not receive a spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption, by whom we cry, ‘Abba! Father!’” — Romans 8:15 Abba is an intimate Aramaic term—tender, familial, and full of trust. It is the word of children who know they are safe. Jesus used that word […]
“Praise (hallelujah) the Lord! Praise the Lord, my soul. I will praise the Lord all my life; I will sing praise to my God as long as I live.” (Psalm 146:1-2) Hallelujah is formed from halal (to shine, to praise, to boast, to celebrate) and Yah (the intimate name for God). Hallelujah is not merely a shout of joy. It […]
WORD STUDY: SHALOM “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are stayed on You.” — Isaiah 26:3 Shalom is one of the richest words in the Hebrew language. It is often translated “peace,” but its meaning stretches far beyond calmness or the absence of conflict. Shalom speaks of wholeness, harmony, restoration, flourishing—everything in its right […]
Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. (Luke 2:14) A moratorium is a legally authorized period of delay in doing something. It is a waiting period imposed by an authority to suspend an activity. Sometimes, there is a cease-fire during a war because of a moratorium. There is a movie […]
“Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.” – 1 John 3:18 God’s love calls us beyond sentiment to action. Love is often described as one of the most profound human emotion, encompassing a range of feelings, behaviors, and experiences. Love shapes how we should live, speak, […]
“Let all that you do be done in love.” (1 Corinthians 16:14) Advent reminds us that God’s love is not distant or abstract. It is present in every ordinary moment, calling us to see and serve others with compassion. God’s character is to love. His love empowers us to act in ways that reflect His […]
“When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy.” (Matthew 2:10) Advent leads us to the manger, where joy was announced to the world. The wise men’s joy was a response to God’s guiding light. Advent joy is the celebration of God’s promises fulfilled. It is the exceeding gladness of seeing His plan unfold. […]
“Each one must give as he has decided in his heart… for God loves a cheerful giver.” (2 Corinthians 9:7) The joy of giving is a profound experience that enriches both the giver and the recipient, fostering a sense of connection, fulfillment, and purpose. Joy flows when we give freely and cheerfully. Advent is a season of generosity, mirroring God’s gift of His Son. Joy multiplies when shared. What It Is • Joy is a blessing to the […]
“Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds.” (James 1:2) Joy can exist even in trials because it looks beyond the moment. Advent reminds us that Christ came into a broken world to bring hope. Joy is the strength that sustains us through hardship. What Joy Is • Joy is confidence in […]
“You make known to me the path of life; in Your presence there is fullness of joy.” – Psalm 16:11 Advent reminds us that Christ came to dwell among us. His presence brings fullness, not fragments, of joy. The joy of salvation is a profound sense of happiness and contentment that arises from the assurance of being saved by God’s grace through faith in Jesus Christ. The concept of joy in salvation is deeply rooted in the Bible, where it is a transformative experience for believers. In the Old Testament, joy is often linked to (Link) deliverance and the anticipation of His salvation. For instance, Psalm 51:12 states, “Restore to me the joy of Your […]
