Sent for what exactly?

Eyes on Jesus and Shine โ€œFollow Me.โ€ The words of Jesus to each disciple as He called them into His seminary internship program. Each one made a difficult life choice to turn towards Jesus and away from the work of their hands. Rabbi Jesus offered an opportunity to go and learn. This was an opportunity … Continue reading Sent for what exactly?

God’s New Thing: the importance of forgetting

A new thing. Do you remember a time in your life when you were giddy about doing a new thing? Was your adrenaline raging through your body so that sleep was impossible? Did you feel nervous and over the moon with anticipation all at the same time? Take a moment and let yourself remember (and … Continue reading God’s New Thing: the importance of forgetting

The Privilege and Responsibility of Freedom

May this be the day that Americans across this land, โ€œfrom sea to shining seaโ€, awaken to freedom, what it requires, and give thanks. Awaken us to Your goodness, Lord God, and teach us to appreciate Your kindness. May this be the day we see You more fully in Your holiness and bend our knees … Continue reading The Privilege and Responsibility of Freedom

Heโ€™s with you in the dark

โ€œBlessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.โ€โ€ญโ€ญMatthewโ€ฌ โ€ญ5โ€ฌ:โ€ญ10โ€ฌ โ€ญNIVโ€ฌโ€ฌ Withness is Jesus Oh how our Jesus understands this statement. While it feels lonely to be persecuted, He is with you. And surely the darkness threatens to hide your existence. Perhaps, you are sure no one sees … Continue reading Heโ€™s with you in the dark

I want what Heโ€™s havingโ€ฆ

โ€œTrust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this:โ€โ€ญโ€ญPsalmsโ€ฌ โ€ญ37โ€ฌ:โ€ญ3โ€ฌ-โ€ญ5โ€ฌ โ€ญNIVโ€ฌโ€ฌ I want comfort. God wants me to hold trust. … Continue reading I want what Heโ€™s havingโ€ฆ

The Divine Invitation to Rest: Embracing God’s Example

What would it look like in your imagination to start to immediately walk with Him - all the while dropping your stuff and receiving His rest?

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Failing is easy; just do nothing.Success is hard; you have to try 24/7.~Lisa Brittain This post is dedicated with love and respect for all who are persevering with God in marriage. Weโ€™re cheering you onโ€ฆ 37 yearsโ€ฆ Lots of good, some truly hard seasons, and some real bloopers. But our commitment to God has won … Continue reading Page 16