The following post is an original that I wrote during a really difficult time in my life. I was questioning God, faith, spirituality, and life in general. Our spiritual live aren't perfect, so here's a little glimpse into mine. 2019 "There's no lie you won't tear down coming after me." Reckless love. People have been singing about … Continue reading When Faith Breaks
Something my old therapist used to tell me often was to study the word "at ease/rest" in Scripture. He would accompany this tidbit with a long, deep sigh that somehow I always echoed. As someone who struggles with anxiety, perfectionism, and, as Lin-Manuel Miranda put it, "I'm not throwing away my shot!"-ness, I desperately want to … Continue reading God & The “Hustle”
I'm currently listening to a book on perfectionism. It got me thinking about perfectionism and my own spirituality. Often we're handed these amazing standards to live up to then guilted when we don't.
Full disclosure, I used to think church was supposed to be a fortress. I don't anymore. There was one singular verse (and a whole spiritual reckoning, but that might be less compelling) that changed things for me: Mark 2:17. Jesus says He came that the sick might have a doctor. Sick people dont go to military … Continue reading Hospital Vs. Fortress (A Personal Theology of Church)
Yeah, yeah, Gen Z is less likely to participate and be loyal to an organized religion (read: any organization). But that's not what's interesting. What's fascinating is why.
For a long time, I've wondered why it seems like there are so many differing--even conflicting--pictures of God. I don't even mean different religions, I mean: even in Adventism.
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He looked at me with the same eyes He had as a boy when He had scraped His knee or lost His first pet—a deep painful longing for comfort that only a mother can bring.
Looking for a Bible study on intercessory prayer? Look no farther! Here are some verses to get you started on your journey. Genesis 18:23-33 Philemon 1:22 James 5:14-16 Matthew 5:44 1 Timothy 2:1 Colossians 1:9 1 Thessalonians 5:25 Job 42:10 1 Tim 2:1-2 Matthew 17:15 Mark 7:24-30 Luke 7:1-10 John 4:46-54 Comment if you have … Continue reading Bible Study: Intercessory Prayer
John though of himself as the disciple Jesus loved. He connected with Jesus in a unique way that shows His humanity and divinity. But John also heavily explored the idea that when Jesus enters someone's life, He gives them a new identity. Join us on a journey of personal discovery as we dive into the … Continue reading (re) Born Identity
