Category: Spiritual Disciplines
Coveting, Quarrel, Killing: A Plea From the Book of James
Have you ever taken a big swig of orange juice, when you thought it was something else? It’s jarring! Or, have you ever had to take a cold shower? Once on a mission trip, the only options I had
Faithful in Small Things
Jesus taught—and teaches still—many countercultural principles. He said that if a person wants to be first, his aim should be to keep going to the back of the line; that if a person wants to be a
A Message to Church Leaders
As I’ve been reading through 1 Peter recently, I can’t help but notice the dramatic transformation that took place in Peter’s life. In the Gospel narratives, Peter is portrayed as a bit
Nourished by God’s Word
Hey, friends! It’s been a long time. I dropped off the radar with writing for a while there because I’ve had an unexpected life change. My sweet mom passed away on July 7. There were no known
A Father’s Help
“Because of their faith in Him, their daily portion will be a Father’s help and deliverance from evil. This is true for all who turn to hide themselves in Him” (Psalm 37:40)! For those of us who
The Prayers You Need Most Aren’t the Ones You’re Praying
Each of us has had his heart broken. Most of us have suffered betrayal. We have all felt the disorientation that comes with grief. Every last one of us has made decisions we wish could be undone.
For All the Weary
“Are you weary, carrying a heavy burden? Then come to Me. I will refresh your life, for I am your oasis. Simply join your life with Mine. Learn My ways and you’ll discover that I am gentle,
Audacious Praying
Then Jesus told His disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up. He said: “In a certain town there was a judge who neither feared God nor cared what people
Identity Theft
“If we’re not set free from sin until we die, then Jesus isn’t our savior—death is.” —Georgian Banov Georgian’s quote above is one I like to revisit from time to time, as it puts life in
Quiet & Confident
Hey, friends! Psalm 57:7 in The Passion Translation rings, “My heart, O God, is quiet and confident. Now I can sing with passion your wonderful praises!” Other translations