Christians have long used the Book of Revelation to decode modern politics—except, curiously, when it becomes uncomfortably close to home. By setting aside conspiracy theories and reading Revelation as a prophetic critique of empire, we discover a repeating cycle of Babylon, beasts, and compromised faith. John’s ancient vision still speaks with unsettling clarity to America,…
The Witch-Queen of Underland always gets my attention in C.S. Lewis’s Narnia book, The Silver Chair. With a little bit of magic, she uses conversation to slowly enchant the protagonists to believe the most ridiculous things: There is no Overland, just the Underland beneath Narnia. There is no sun; you just saw a lantern and…
While worshipping at a Charismatic Baptist Church in Scotland this morning, I felt the Holy Spirit pulse through me out of nowhere during a song. I wondered what was going on when a congregant caught me off guard seconds later. “Hi. I think the Holy Spirit gave me an image for you when you walked…
What if the new creation isn’t all harps and horses, but instead features redeemed technology glowing with divine purpose? In this imaginative reflection, we explore how the tools of our modern world—computers, cars, synthesizers, even AI—might find their place in God’s restored Kingdom. Drawing inspiration from Narnia’s lamppost, born from a crossbar thrown in fear,…
Jadis, the White Witch of Narnia, is a chilling portrait of sin—beautiful, powerful, and deadly. Even those who escape her grasp often remember her with unsettling fondness. This post explores the deceptive beauty of sin, the cycle of temptation, and the need to stay close to Aslan to leave it behind for good.
Join me on a journey through Oxford as I revisit the world of C.S. Lewis and explore the spiritual depth of Narnia. In this series, I reflect on how the Holy Spirit can illuminate hidden meanings in Lewis’s work—even beyond what he may have intended. There’s always more to the story when deep magic is…
Jesus tells us not to be anxious—but how do we actually live that out when anxiety feels like it’s running the show? In this honest and hope-filled message, Jamin shares his own story of wrestling with fear, and how surrendering to God helped him find peace in the storm. He also considers how Jesus himself…
Why did Jesus sometimes hide his miracles and tell people not to speak of them? In this post, we explore how the Gospels—especially Mark—present Jesus as intentionally concealing his power to avoid the crushing fame and danger that miraculous healing and resurrection would bring. Through the story of Jairus’ daughter, we consider what happens when…
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