Chris Reighley

Founder of Shoe Leather Gospel and fellow pilgrim on the journey of faith. I teach Scripture with clarity and warmth to help believers put truth in their shoes and walk with Christ through every step of life.

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Christian Hope Explained with Scripture

Christian hope is more than optimism. It is the steady anchor found in God’s promises and the return of Christ. This page gathers reflections that lift the heart and steady the soul. Step into hope that holds firm in every season.

  • Jesus, the Light of the World in a Dark Age

    Darkness is not new, but neither is the Light. Join us by the fire as we trace the story of Christ, the Light of the World, and His power to break the…

  • The Origins of Christmas: History, Traditions, and Legends

    Christmas didn’t appear overnight. It grew through centuries of worship, symbolism, and storytelling. This long-form Advent deep dive traces how December 25 was chosen, how Saint Nicholas became Santa, why we hang…

  • The Local Church as a Beacon of Hope

    Hope does not arrive through spectacle. It grows through the ordinary faithfulness of believers living out the light of Christ. This article lifts up the beauty of small acts of love, courage,…

  • Living with Hope in a Deconstructing World — The Certain Victory of Christ

    Though the night darkens, Christ’s victory is sure. See how believers can live with joyful hope, even as culture collapses around them.

  • What is a Biblical Worldview?

    Restoration: The Renewal of All Things

    From Eden to New Jerusalem, this post highlights the biblical hope of restoration and God's plan to renew all things.