I went on my very first mission trip when I was about 10 years old. Actually, I was just tagging along with my parents. Still, that week of serving in the heat outside of New Orleans had an amazing impact on my spiritual growth. Just a child and not able to fully participate, I watched with awe as my parents… Read More
I set several goals for myself last week. No one else knew anything about them. I didn’t tell a soul. I didn’t achieve a single one of those goals either. Most anything we attempt without accountability will rarely be achieved. Do you find that to be true? My bet is you’ve attempted to develop new habits, accomplish certain tasks or… Read More
I remember the first time I was introduced to the idea of meditation. I was told to empty my mind of everything and let it rest. Unfortunately I was told wrong. In fact, an empty mind is a vacuum for temptation and evil. Instead, our minds should be occupied, full and active. You see, the concept of mediation has been… Read More
Shortly after my first child was born I encountered a few crises in my life. Those little challenges drove me to a book I found in my mom’s bedroom called Lord, I Want to Know You. It was a short Bible study written by Kay Arthur. Hungry for something to establish my shaken life upon, I hungrily devoured that Bible… Read More
In recent months my quiet time with God has become more of a lifeline than ever. But I’m glad to report that as that sweet, simple and fairly short time alone with Jesus has become more necessary and critical to my survival, it has also become a greater source of joy. I absolutely love spending time in solitude with my… Read More
Whether you’re a people person or not, God has called you to live in community. God doesn’t intend for us to be Lone Ranger Christians. He makes it very clear in His Word that we grow best when we plug into a healthy body of believers, a local church. The 2nd key for consistent, consequential spiritual growth is growing in… Read More