Shalom stories

Jesus said in John 4:23–24 that the Father is seeking those who will worship Him in spirit and in truth. This means God is not looking for religious performance, empty rituals, or emotional hype. He desires a heart-centered relationship grounded in His Word and empowered by His Spirit. In truth means aligning your life with God’s Word, not personal opinions or cultural trends. In spirit means engaging God through your inner being, led by the Holy Spirit, not just your intellect or emotions. Seeking God in this way transforms faith from religion into relationship. 1. Begin With an Honest Heart God responds to sincerity. You do not need polished words or spiritual language to approach Him. Come as you are. Admit your weaknesses. Acknowledge your doubts. Confess your sins. God honors humility over appearance. When your heart is honest, your worship becomes real. 2. Develop a Hunger for God’s Word Truth is found in God’s Word. If you desire to seek God in truth, Scripture must become centr...

Have you ever woken up from a dream where you were back in your old school or the village you grew up in? You may have felt nostalgic, confused, or even unsettled. As Christians, understanding these recurring dreams can provide spiritual insights into our current life, our past, and God’s plans for us. 1. Dreams as Windows into the Spirit The Bible teaches that God can communicate with us through dreams. In Joel 2:28, it says: "Your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions." Dreaming about your childhood village or school may not just be memories replaying—it could be God speaking to you. These dreams can carry messages about unresolved issues, personal growth, or spiritual preparation. 2. Revisiting Your Past in Dreams Returning to your old school or village in dreams often symbolizes a return to foundational experiences. In Christian understanding, these places represent the formative stages of your life—the e...

Dreams have always played a meaningful role in Scripture. From Joseph’s dreams in Genesis to God’s warnings through dreams in the New Testament, the Bible shows that God can speak during sleep. However, not every dream carries divine meaning, and not every troubling dream indicates spiritual attack. Discernment, prayer, and biblical wisdom are essential. This article explores types of dreams that may reflect spiritual identity confusion, misplaced purpose, or inner conflict, rather than promoting fear. The focus is on restoration, clarity, and Christ-centered identity, not speculation or accusations.  1. Dreams of Becoming Someone Else If you dream that you are living another person’s life, using their name, or occupying their role, it may symbolize identity confusion or pressure to conform. Spiritually, this can reflect a struggle between who God has called you to be and external expectations (see Jeremiah 1:5).  Such dreams may be a call to return to God’s original design fo...