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When “What Would Jesus Do?” Meant Following Him at Any Cost
Long before WWJD became a slogan, it was a serious question meant to shape everyday life. From a simple necklace worn on a first date to a marriage centered on Christ, this question has guided decisions big and small how we love, serve, spend, forgive, and follow Jesus. This reflection looks at the history behind WWJD and why living it out still calls us back to Scripture, obedience, and a faith that is lived, not worn.

Amy Diane Ross
Jan 223 min read


Desert Monasticism, Scripture, and the Danger of Fear-Based Faith -AD 473
On January 20, AD 473, Euthymius the Great died after shaping the desert monastic movement—one marked by sincerity, sacrifice, and deep zeal for holiness. But church history and Scripture together force a hard question: does withdrawing from the world produce true holiness, or does it risk hiding the light Christ called us to shine? This reflection examines desert monasticism through the lens of Scripture, testing both its fruit and its failures.

Amy Diane Ross
Jan 203 min read


John Wycliffe: The Man Who Gave the Bible to the People -1384
On January 16, 1384, John Wycliffe died after devoting his life to placing the Bible into the hands of ordinary people. Long before the Reformation, he challenged church authority, exposed corruption, and insisted that Scripture not religious power was the final authority. His English Bible was illegal, dangerous, and costly, yet it ignited a movement that reshaped the church forever. Wycliffe’s conviction still confronts believers today.

Amy Diane Ross
Jan 173 min read


Jesus Drew a Line: Who Is Actually in the Family of God?
Who truly belongs to the family of God? In Luke 8:19-21, Jesus redefines belonging not by bloodline, but by obedience. Dive into how historic Christianity never separated faith from action and why modern teachings often miss this crucial link. Discover what it means to hear and do God’s Word, and why genuine faith always bears the fruit of obedience. Join us as we explore the powerful truth behind Jesus’ words and their relevance today.

Amy Diane Ross
Jan 136 min read


Warning: How To Kill a Church
Churches rarely lose spiritual life overnight. Decline happens slowly through neglect, misplaced priorities, fractured unity, and a shift from Christ-centered mission to personal preference. Drawing from Scripture, church history, and lived experience, this reflection exposes the subtle warning signs that weaken a local body and harm real people. This is not an attack on the church, but a call to repentance, renewal, and faithfulness to Christ, who alone sustains His body.

Amy Diane Ross
Jan 512 min read


When the Blind Lead the Blind: The Real Gospel in a Lukewarm Age
Discover Jesus’ warning in Luke 6 about building your life on the solid foundation of His words. This post explores the danger of a “lukewarm” Christianity, the blindness of false teachers, and why obedience is the true test of saving faith. Learn how the early church understood discipleship, holiness, and spiritual discernment.

Amy Diane Ross
Dec 23, 20254 min read


When Rituals Replace Obedience
Many believers go through the motions—fasting, attending church, serving—yet miss the heart of true obedience. In Zechariah 7, God confronts His people, asking, “Did you really do it for Me?” This devotional explores what happens when rituals replace surrender, and how God desires obedient hearts, not empty habits. If you’ve been feeling distant from God, this word will call you back to deeper fellowship and true worship.

Amy Diane Ross
May 20, 20253 min read
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