Over the next several weeks, we’re focusing intently on what Jesus teaches His disciples about the Holy Spirit. These chapters, John 14 through 16, record Jesus’ final conversation with His disciples before the cross. It’s Thursday night. Judas has already …
One of the most painful wounds a person can carry is the experience of being abandoned. It often begins early in life, sometimes when a parent walks away, other times when a caregiver is emotionally unavailable, even if physically present. …
“Spirituality” has become trendy in our culture. Pew Research reported last year that 7 out 10 Americans think of themselves as spiritual. Many people are seeking a deeper sense of meaning and purpose in their lives, finding spirituality as a …
Do you ever notice how quickly you check your phone when certain people text you? You could be in the middle of dinner, halfway through a chore, or just dozing off, and yet if that name pops up on your …
Praying to God can be difficult. When we manage to close our eyes and bow our head, our heart is already looking for the exit. It feels awkward and mechanical. Our mind races and are not sure what to say. …
There’s a quiet scene in a novel called Gilead, written as a long letter from an aging father to his young son. He knows he won’t live to see his son grow up, so he tries to leave behind more …
Where is the Lord leading us and how can we know we are on the right path? These are questions every believer wrestles with at one time or another, especially in times of crisis. Oftentimes, we want to be faithful …
What makes a place feel like home? It’s not just where we sleep. It’s where we rest. It’s where we are known, welcomed, and safe. A place can have walls and furniture, but not feel like home. And other places, …
There are times in life when we simply don’t understand what God is doing. We make plans, but they fall apart. We pray, but the answers don’t come the way we expect. We try to follow Christ, but the path …
