Some of my greatest failures, the most detrimental choices I have ever made, happened after I was baptized in Jesus’ name and filled with the Holy Spirit.

Illegal immigration is a highly debated issue, especially within the church. As believers, our challenge is to navigate the balance between respecting the law and extending grace to those in difficult circumstances. Should the church take an active role in assisting undocumented individuals? If so, what does that look like in a biblical framework?

Growing closer to other men who follow Jesus means surrounding yourself with people who care enough to correct, challenge, and encourage you. True accountability requires time—time spent together in meaningful conversation, in community, and in genuine fellowship.

Learn of Dr. Wakefield's journey into full-time ministry began in 2012 when she transitioned from the corporate world to working at her home church in Austin. Through this role, she encountered individuals in deep distress, including a woman who was suicidal. Realizing she lacked the resources and knowledge to truly help, she sought guidance through prayer, leading her to seminary.

In chapter 22, verse 7, Proverbs (ESV) reminds us: “The rich rules over the poor, and the borrower is the slave of the lender.” We have enslaved untold future generations by not holding our elected officials accountable.

Have you set a clear standard for your future son-in-law? Does your daughter know what that is? What about your son(s)?

As Christians, we often consider how biblical principles shape public policies—education, immigration, taxes, and marriage—but how intentional are we in applying them within our homes, the first mission field?

What if the legalization of vices we currently outlaw would enhance our capacity to reach those Jesus expects us to care for?

How often do we challenge our thinking and reflect on our societal norms as followers of Jesus?

Why do we as believers find it challenging to accept that legality doesn't always align with morality, and why is it difficult to be at peace with this realization?

Let’s do a thought experiment: Imagine that on your job site, the city inspector seems to have invented 107 new violations today that were not there yesterday, which could cost many thousands of dollars per day in delays. That’s easy for many to imagine because something like that has happened to them, or maybe it is right now.

Now imagine praying for that inspector’s well-being and her highest good.

Why would you even consider doing so?

Do you wonder if Jesus would refer to illegal aliens, the legal term, as “Invaders” or would he have approached this subject differently?

Do we, as Christians, support public policies that are incongruent with a biblical worldview? And if so, how would we know? 

If you were asked about your national identity, would you say without hesitation, a Christian, or would you say American? If you answer “Christian,” have you considered how that should shape your view on public policy?