Confronting Our Pain To Connect With The Father
◆ The mission of the church is contained in that word [Father]; the failure of the church is highlighted by that word. — N.T. Wright ◆ On this Father’s Day, I’d like to share some words on connecting with the Father. To start, please take a moment to center your thoughts by asking (and answering […]
The Power Of Praying In Circles
◆ Some [things] cannot be taken by direct assault; they must be taken like Jericho. — Ortega ◆ I’ve been thinking a lot about circles lately. So much of life is defined by circles—our days, week, months, and years form circles for us to move in and through. We’re constantly reminded that the end […]
The Eternal Presence Is Here
◆ Lead me to the heart of the present that I may be a sharer of your eternal presence. — John Philip Newell ◆ Over the past couple of weeks, we’ve spent time in a simple, three-word prayer that leads us “to the heart of the present.” And what do we discover there? The […]
Surrendering “Time” Through Prayer
Whether this Mother’s Day is a time of celebration or a reminder of loss, I pray the Spirit’s presence would be your joy and comfort. If you’re new to this weekly message on prayer as a way of life, then welcome. I’m glad you’re here and spending a few minutes with me. Each week, I […]
Surrendering “Place” Through Prayer
Where does this Sunday find you? I’m coming off a few days alone with my four kids (Juli’s away celebrating her sister’s 40th birthday). It’s been a lot of fun holding down the fort, but I’m a bit frayed and ready for her return. If you’re new to this weekly message on prayer as a […]
God Hears Our Silent Prayers
Today is the United States’ National Day of Prayer, a day when our government is required by its own law to remind us to pray. But many of us, if we’re honest, have lost faith in our prayers. We’ve prayed, and things didn’t seem to change. We’ve checked the boxes, but it feels like God’s […]
Prayer Is A Way of Life
I pray that this Sunday finds you well. If receiving this Sunday email on prayer is a new thing for you, then welcome. I’m glad I get to spend a few minutes with you. Last week I mentioned that my life is being transformed as I realize prayer isn’t just another “thing” to do; it’s […]
Prayer Isn’t Just Another “Thing To Do”
I pray that this evening finds you well. I first want to express my gratitude that you would welcome me into your inbox. There are limits to time and a lot of messages to read, so I don’t take it lightly that we get to share a few minutes together. Going forward, I will do […]