category / Disciplines
I have come to love January because it gives me the space for re-setting the rhythms of life that support wholeness. It’s like with the turn of the Calendar comes a cultural agreement that change is okay, as everyone does a clean sweep, re-evaluating what is important and setting...
After I came to faith in Jesus, I learned about this beautiful thing called grace—God’s riches at Christ’s expense. I don’t remember where I first heard it, but I heard it a lot. Over the years, the Lord has continued to expand my understanding of this amazing gift...
Praying in concert is powerful, not because it helps us get what we want, but because together we move toward the heart of God—both as individuals and as the body of Christ. Today we are going to look at the prayer forms that call us together. Most of...
This week we are going to get right into it as we talk about prayer forms. Prayer is the way into the presence of God. It a rich expression of worship; it is not an obligation or simply a religious duty. The posture of prayer is a surrendered heart...
A devoted prayer life doesn't just happen, but it's hard to get motivated when you just don't know what to pray. Here are 7 simple kinds of prayer to pray in all the everyday moments of life!
The reason why we pray matters. Most people understand there is a great value of prayer, but that's not enough. Prayer matters because it is the vehicle we use to develop a relationship with God. Methods and forms are helpful, but not the main point--intimacy with the Father is the reason why we pray.
Do you ever find yourself wondering how to rein in the crazy when life feels a little out of control? Yeah, me too. I mean, God’s design for life is supposed to be about completeness, fullness and abundance, even, but somehow in the pursuit of all things good, we...
Quiet time with God is important because it is how we nurture intimacy with him. God designed us in his image, which is hard wired for community—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. After creation, Adam and Eve enjoyed close communion with God in the garden. When Jesus died on...
Awe and wonder are essential elements of worship, because they help awaken our soul to the fullness of God.
Choosing to open myself to God is my responsibility. I do believe there are definitely things the church can do to help equip and resource me for that pursuit, but ultimately, the responsibility falls on me. You know what else? The same thing is true for you; choosing...
