The “Selfie” of Examen: A Centuries-Old Practice in Modern Life
Today, we take more selfies than ever before, but how often do we pause to self-examine our lives? How often…
Category: Prayer
Spiritual Journaling: A Rhythm of Relationship with Jesus in the Pages
Every moment of every day, God is at work in our lives, weaving our existence into a tapestry that spans…
Cultivating Gratitude: A Spiritual Journey
I started to pray for gratitude. I put a sticker on my vanity mirror, and for one year, every morning…
Bible Verses About Mental Health: And What We Can Learn From Them
God cares deeply for our well-being, which of course includes our mental health, and Scripture is filled with his support,…
How to Create a Daily Prayer Habit
Not only is prayer a command to Christians but it is also a gift that allows us to develop godly…
5 Signs Your Faith is in Crisis (And 5 Healthy Ways to Respond)
A crisis of any kind is marked by intense difficulty, trouble, or danger. In these moments, it’s natural to feel…
Spiritual Lessons From Psalm 119
When I taught my kids how to tie their shoes, they didn’t master it on the first, second, or even…
Aiming Our Hearts Toward God
When we run away from idolatry and toward God, our hearts are aimed toward his. When our hearts are aimed…
Pray and Keep Praying
I have been thinking about prayer, and how and when we pray. Please read this passage from James 5, in…
What Does the Cross Mean for You?
I want to bring your attention to just a few verses about the cross today. Something to get you thinking,…
Prepare Your Heart: Rejoice and Pray
This is rich with what we need today, in 1 Thessalonians 5:16: “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks.” Today we’re…
Prepare Your Heart: Thanksgiving
God desires for you and I to give thanks no matter what’s going on in our lives, because it’s good…