What Happens When We Pray
Right before Jesus offers up the Lord's prayer, He tells us that "God knows what you need before you ask Him." In our classic, efficient, American fashion, that seems counterintuitive. We scratch our heads and wonder, "So, why should I bother to pray if He already knows what I am going to pray?"
The Practice
of the Nots
What if our willingness to say NO possesses the capacity to also fuel our intimacy with God and the transformation of our souls? We want to introduce you to "The Practice of Not's." These practices force us to stop, slow everything down, and ponder.
Cultivating
Curiosity
As we settle for the status quo routine, we outgrow our wonder without realizing how detrimental this is to our faith and experiencing a full life. Cultivating curiosity possesses the power to reignite our faith. We have to be intentional about developing a curious heart. But what does a posture of curiosity look like practically?
What Do I Do When My Faith Feels Stale?
So, how do we add a little bit of flavor and zest to our faith during those times pursuing God feels stale? It starts by looking inward, examining our hearts, and asking some hard questions. We extend the same invitation to God that King David uttered in Psalm 139:23:24 "Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting."
Tell Me A Story: Understanding The Parables Of Jesus
Telling a story is a great way to make a point. Stories not only capture our attention and captivate our hearts, but they may also challenge the way we see the world around us and our part in it. Stories stick with us, from the fables and tales we read as children to the movies we watch as adults. No one knew this truth better than the master storyteller Himself - Jesus…
Praying
Through
The Beatitudes
Are you searching for a life of fulfillment? Thirst for righteousness. Do you want to experience true joy? Love, forgive, and fight for justice when others hate. Do you desire true significance? Serve others and work toward reconciliation. Are you yearning for peace? Keep your heart pure. We want God’s heart to be our heart. With this in mind, we’ve created a resource that helps you pray through The Beatitudes, and reflect on the character traits of a Christ-follower listed in it.