Giving God PRAISE!

Send us Fan Mail Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 19. In this chapter, Jesus teaches about marriage, commitment, childlike faith, and the cost of following Him. We see His interaction with the rich young ruler, revealing how possessions and priorities can stand in the way of full surrender. This chapter calls us to examine what we are holding onto and challenges us to trust God completely. It...

Send us Fan Mail Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 20. In this chapter, Jesus teaches about the kingdom of heaven through the parable of the vineyard workers, revealing that God’s grace is not based on human standards of fairness. He again foretells His suffering and shows that greatness in His kingdom is defined by humility and service. We also see His compassion as He heals two blind men. Th...

Send us Fan Mail Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 16. In this chapter, Jesus confronts the blindness of the Pharisees and Sadducees, warns His disciples about false teaching, receives Peter’s confession that He is the Messiah, and begins to reveal the cost of following Him. This chapter calls us to spiritual discernment, unwavering faith, and a willingness to surrender our lives completely to...

Send us Fan Mail Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 17. In this chapter, we see a powerful display of Jesus’ glory in the transfiguration, a reminder of His authority over both heaven and earth. We also see a moment of struggle where the disciples are unable to cast out a demon, revealing the importance of faith and dependence on God. Finally, Jesus teaches again about His coming death and demo...

Send us Fan Mail Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 18. In this chapter, Jesus teaches about humility, the value of every person, dealing with sin, and the importance of forgiveness. He shows us that greatness in God’s kingdom looks very different from the world—it is marked by humility, compassion, and mercy. This chapter calls us to examine how we treat others, how we respond to sin, and how...

Send us Fan Mail Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 14. In this chapter, we see both tragedy and triumph. John the Baptist is executed, reminding us that following God can come with hardship. Yet we also see Jesus feeding the five thousand and walking on water—demonstrating His power, compassion, and authority over every situation. This chapter teaches us that even in loss, uncertainty, and fea...

Send us Fan Mail Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 15. In this chapter, Jesus confronts the religious leaders about elevating human traditions above God’s commands. He teaches that true defilement does not come from outward actions, but from the heart. We also see the powerful faith of a Gentile woman and the compassion of Jesus as He heals and feeds the crowd. This chapter reminds us that God...

Send us Fan Mail  Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 12. In this chapter, we see increasing opposition toward Jesus as He challenges the religious leaders and reveals the true meaning of God’s law. He demonstrates that mercy is greater than ritual, exposes hardened hearts, and teaches about the power of words and the condition of the heart. This chapter reminds us that outward actions alone do...

Send us Fan Mail  Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 13. In this chapter, Jesus begins teaching in parables, revealing deep truths about the kingdom of heaven. Through stories of seeds, soil, treasure, and harvest, He shows that the condition of the heart determines how God’s Word is received and what fruit it produces. Some hearts are hardened, some are shallow, some are distracted, and some a...

Send us Fan Mail  Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 11. In this chapter, we see a powerful contrast between doubt and faith, rejection and revelation, burden and rest. John the Baptist, who once boldly proclaimed Jesus as the Messiah, now finds himself in prison questioning what God is doing. Jesus responds not with condemnation, but with reassurance rooted in truth. At the same time, Jesus co...

Send us Fan Mail Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 8. In this chapter, we see Jesus demonstrate His authority over sickness, nature, and the spiritual realm. From healing a leper to calming a storm to casting out demons, this chapter reveals the power of Jesus in undeniable ways. It also highlights the importance of faith—those who trusted Him experienced His power. This chapter calls us to tr...

Send us Fan Mail Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 9. In this chapter, we see Jesus healing, forgiving, calling, and restoring people from all walks of life. He heals the paralytic, calls Matthew, raises a girl from the dead, heals the blind, and shows deep compassion for the crowds. This chapter reveals not only His power, but His heart. It reminds us that Jesus is not distant—He is compassio...

Send us Fan Mail  Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 10. In this chapter, Jesus sends out His twelve disciples, giving them authority to heal, cast out demons, and proclaim the kingdom of heaven. He prepares them for both impact and opposition, teaching them to rely on God, remain bold, and stay faithful. This chapter reminds us that following Jesus includes both purpose and challenge, but He e...

Send us Fan Mail Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 6. In this chapter, Jesus teaches about giving, prayer, fasting, priorities, and trust. He confronts outward religion and redirects our focus to the heart. This chapter calls us to live for God rather than for the approval of others. It reminds us that our relationship with Him is personal, not performative. Jesus teaches us to seek God first,...

Send us Fan Mail Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 7. In this chapter, Jesus continues His teaching from the Sermon on the Mount, focusing on judgment, discernment, prayer, obedience, and the difference between true and false discipleship. He challenges us to examine not just what we say we believe, but how we actually live. This chapter calls us to look inward, to build wisely, and to follow...

Send us Fan Mail Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 3. This chapter introduces John the Baptist preparing the way for Jesus. He calls people to repentance and challenges them to bear fruit that reflects a changed life. We also see Jesus baptized, and God affirming His identity. This chapter reminds us that preparation matters. Before stepping into what God has for us, our hearts must be aligned...

Send us Fan Mail Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 4. This chapter reveals Jesus being tempted in the wilderness, overcoming through God’s Word, and stepping into His public ministry. It also shows Him calling His first disciples and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom. This reminds us that before purpose often comes testing, and through obedience comes victory. God equips us to stand fir...

Send us Fan Mail Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 5. In this chapter, Jesus delivers the Sermon on the Mount, teaching what it truly means to live in God’s kingdom. He reveals that righteousness is not just outward behavior, but a matter of the heart. Through the Beatitudes and His teachings on love, purity, and obedience, Jesus calls us to live differently—set apart, reflecting God’s charact...

Send us Fan Mail Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 2. This chapter shows the wise men seeking Jesus, Herod’s opposition, and God guiding Joseph to protect his family. It reminds us that even in uncertain and dangerous situations, God is directing every step. We see that Jesus is worthy of worship, and that following God requires trust and obedience. Through every moment, God’s plan is unfoldin...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we’re answering an important question: why do we use the PRAISE system when studying Scripture? More than that, how does this approach transform the way we read, understand, and live out God’s Word? It’s easy to read the Bible and walk away unchanged, but God never intended His Word to remain information—it is meant to bring transformation. James 1:23–24 reminds us that hea...

Send us Fan Mail  Today we are studying Matthew Chapter 1. This chapter introduces the genealogy of Jesus and the story of His birth. It reminds us that God works through generations, imperfect people, and unexpected situations to fulfill His promises. What may seem like a list of names is actually a testimony of God’s faithfulness and His plan to bring salvation through Jesus Christ.  Chapter 1 r...