Written by Doug Stringer during America Reads the Bible, held April 18-25 in Washington D.C. In a time marked by noise, division, and uncertainty, something profoundly simple—and deeply powerful—is taking place in our nation’s capital. As part of America Reads the Bible (April 18-25), nearly 500 voices have gathered in Washington, D.C., with a singular […]
In a world obsessed with platforms, titles, and perceived influence, we must remember: God is not impressed with our position; He is drawn to our posture. It is not where we sit, stand, or speak that determines our effectiveness—but how we bow in humility, how we listen to His Spirit, and how we live when […]
Originally I wrote and published this as part of a national special edition for The Washington Times at the end of 2015, but I realize today, in 2026, that call is even more urgent. Our world has only grown more unstable, our institutions more fragile, and our need for divine intervention more evident. In the […]
On the morning of April 12, 2026, I was drawn to re-read the books of Zephaniah and Joel. They are two of the books of the Bible that I’ve used in previous writings and articles over the years as lessons to glean from regarding Awakening, In particular the all three chapters of Zephaniah really provoked […]
HE IS RISEN — HE IS RISEN INDEED “Why do you seek the living among the dead? He is not here, but is risen!” (Luke 24:5–7) Each time I have visited Jerusalem, I have made my way to the empty Garden Tomb. As you leave the tomb, an inscription on the door declares: “HE IS […]
The Finished and Victorious Work of the Cross During Passover, Passion Week, and Resurrection Weekend, millions pause to reflect on the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Yet for many, this sacred season has been reduced to cultural tradition like Easter eggs, celebrations, and commercial distractions. For believers, however, this moment calls us back to something far […]
A Three-Part Holy Week Series PART 3: FROM DELIVERANCE TO NEW LIFE Passover celebrates freedom from slavery. Resurrection declares freedom from death itself. After the sorrow of the Cross came silence — a Sabbath pause between promise and fulfillment. Then, everything changed. The tomb was empty. The Resurrection is God’s confirmation that the sacrifice was […]
A Three-Part Holy Week Series PART TWO–GOOD FRIDAY, THE CROSS & THE HIGH COST OF LOVE The cheers of Palm Sunday give way to the silence of Good Friday. Betrayal replaced celebration. Darkness replaced expectation. The King stood before a Cross. Good Friday confronts us with the seriousness of redemption. Jesus was not a victim […]
A Three-Part Holy Week Series PART ONE — PALM SUNDAY & PASSOVER As sundown arrives on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 (Hebrew year 5786), Passover begins, a sacred remembrance of God’s deliverance of Israel from slavery in Egypt.For over 3,500 years, Jewish families have gathered to remember how God redeemed His people through the blood of […]
