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Cultivate & Motivate
Learnings, teachings, and theology for anyone to reference during difficult times, stressful workdays, and times of study and growth.
Can You Lose Your Salvation?
Jesus promises His sheep will never perish and no one can snatch them from His hand. In this article, Kevin Hay explores why that promise makes salvation unbreakable.
Why Baptism Matters
In this article, Kevin Hay explains how baptism doesn’t save us, but shows that we’ve been saved. It’s the God-given sign that we have died with Christ and now walk in newness of life.
Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People?
Suffering often raises the age-old question: Why do bad things happen to good people? The Bible reminds us that our understanding of “good” is limited and that we live in a world broken by sin. In this article, Kevin Hay points us to the sovereignty of God, the refining purpose of trials, and ultimately the cross of Christ as our source of hope.
What to Look for in a Spouse: 7 Biblical Non-Negotiables
Everyone wants to find “the one,” but Scripture tells us to focus first on becoming the right kind of person. In this article, Kevin Hay walks through seven biblical principles that help you discern godly character in a future spouse.
Theology Terms Explained: “Providence”
Nothing in creation happens by chance. Providence reminds us that God is not distant or disinterested but intimately involved in every detail of life. Even the smallest moments are woven into His perfect plan for His glory and our good.
What It Really Means to Submit to Authority
In this article, Kevin Hay explains how submission is far more than passive obedience, it’s an act of worship. Rooted in faith, biblical submission reflects the humility of Christ and points to God’s perfect rule over all things.
How to Find Wise Counsel
In this article, Kevin Hay urges Christians to look beyond charisma and influence when seeking guidance. Instead, he points us to faithful men and women whose lives reflect Christ.
If God is Sovereign, Why Pray?
Many people wonder if prayer really makes a difference when God is in control. In this article, Kevin Hay explains why God’s sovereignty should move us to pray more, not less. He points to Jesus in Gethsemane as our perfect example of prayerful dependence.
Why the Church Exists
In this article, Kevin Hay pulls back the curtain on why the Church exists. It is not just a gathering place but God’s cosmic plan unfolding before the eyes of the world and even the heavenly realm. He reminds us that the Church is God’s chosen instrument to display His glory and extend His grace.
How to Be Courageous and Compassionate at Work
In this article, Kevin Hay reminds Christians that the workplace is one of the clearest testing grounds for faith. He calls us to stand firm in biblical truth while showing genuine compassion to co-workers, even when cultural pressures demand compromise.
How the Gospel Shapes Our Schedules
We live in a world that glorifies busyness, yet the gospel teaches us to steward time as a gift from God. In this article, Kevin Hay explains how our schedules reveal what we value most and how the gospel reshapes our priorities. True time management is less about productivity and more about worship.
Why Gossip Destroys What the Gospel Builds
In this article Kevin Hay reminds us that gossip is not a small or harmless sin. Scripture calls it a fire that can set entire communities ablaze. What the gospel builds through years of faithful prayer, discipleship, and preaching can be undone in moments by careless words. The gospel creates life and unity, but gossip fractures friendships, erodes trust, and dishonors Christ.
How the Gospel Shapes Our Forgiveness
In this article, we explore how the gospel shapes our understanding and practice of forgiveness. True forgiveness is not simply a feeling or a one-time act—it is a gospel-shaped response that releases the debt, entrusts justice to God, and reflects the mercy we have received in Christ.
Why Healthy Churches Must Breathe Scripture
There’s no life without breath—and no spiritual life without God’s Word.
In this article, Kevin Hay reflects on what it means for a church to truly “breathe Scripture,” and why expository preaching is essential to the church’s health and holiness.
How God Uses Trials: The Unseen Work of Suffering in the Life of a Believer
In this article, Kevin Hay teaches that trials are not signs of God's absence, but evidence of His fatherly care. Through hardship, the Lord matures us, strengthens our endurance, and draws us away from worldly comforts into deeper communion with Him.
How Do I Know if My Child is Saved?
Is my child truly saved? Every Christian parent wrestles with this important question. In this article, Kevin Hay explores four biblical evidences to look for. From conviction of sin to a growing love for Jesus, you'll learn how to spot the spiritual fruit of true salvation in your child’s life — and what your role should look like in that journey.
When Churches Drift
In this article, Kevin Hay explains that when a church trades sound doctrine for soft language, it doesn’t move forward—it drifts. Compromise should never be mistaken for compassion. True love holds fast to the truth.
Why Every Church Needs Biblical Shepherds
In this article, Kevin Hay explains why biblical shepherds are essential to the health of the local church. Drawing from 1 Peter 5, he outlines God’s design for elder leadership—humble, faithful men who care for the flock under the authority of Christ.
Why Should You Go to Church?
In this article, Kevin Hay unpacks six biblical reasons why church attendance isn’t optional for a faithful Christian life. From spiritual nourishment and genuine fellowship to corporate worship and accountability, this is a reminder of the irreplaceable value of gathering with the saints.
What Happens When Churches Forget the Gospel?
When churches forget the gospel, everything starts to unravel. In this article, Kevin Hay takes a look at the Corinthian church and explores what happens when the gospel becomes background noise—and why faithful churches must never move on from it.