Daily Focus | Foundations of This Fruit Pastor Joseph Farrah

We live in a time where “truth” is often presented as flexible — more like a feeling than a fact. Society encourages us to adapt our beliefs to be “inclusive” or “relevant,” but faith calls us to stand on the unchanging Word of God. The clash is real: uphold God’s…

From childhood, girls are often told to be polite, agreeable, and accommodating — even at the expense of their own boundaries. This “nice girl” conditioning can mute voices, blur identity, and teach compliance over courage. But Jesus Himself wasn’t “nice” in the safe, sugar-coated sense — He was kind, truthful,…

In a culture that rewards men for stoicism, “pushing through,” and silent endurance, stress often hides in plain sight. Many men internalize pressure until it leaks out as irritability, health problems, or burnout. True manhood isn’t about being bulletproof — it’s about knowing when to stand firm and when to…

It’s one thing to live for Christ in private, but what about when the room, the office, or the social feed is moving in the opposite direction? The pull to blend in is strong — no one wants to be labeled “the odd one out” or “too holy.” Yet the…

Not every calorie counter or picky eater has an eating disorder — but where’s the line? Today we clarify the critical difference between disordered eating (often socially accepted or encouraged) and full-blown eating disorders. This is vital knowledge, especially for early intervention.