The Courage to Hope
As we approach the end of 2020 and the beginning of a New Year full of uncertainty, it’s a powerful time to choose hope. But…
Jesus’ Prodigal Father Loves You!
One day on retreat I had a deep experience of the Father’s love and I want to share it with you. It’s inspired by what…
Even When You Fail God Chooses You!
God created us to think in images. If I tell you not to think of a red apple you will probably see a red apple.…
Restore Your Soul for Advent
Each year during the Advent season I pick a character from the nativity scene to spend some time reading about in scripture while praying and listening to the Lord.
Jesus’ Gospel Changes Lives
“Gospel” means, “Good news!” Does the gospel you believe bring good news for the life you’re actually living today? Jesus’ Gospel is the best news but…
Discover the Secret of Jesus’ Peace and Power
All true Christians and many other people from a great variety of religions and cultures would say that they want to be like Jesus. But…
Sabbath Rest is a Soul Anchor
I’ve been working long hours re-doing the organization and presentation of the content on our website to make it easier for you to experience the…
Sabbath as Praying and Playing
Eugene Peterson has been a spiritual mentor to me through his writings. Years ago in his book Working the Angles: the Shape of Pastoral Integrity I…
Suggestions for Solitude and Silence with Jesus
One of our Soul Shepherding ministries is to guide pastors, pastors’ spouses, and other leaders and caregivers in the practice of solitude and silence with…
Smile, Play, and Laugh with Jesus!
We developed this Scripture meditation for our Soul Care Groups.
Spiritual Disciplines List
Insights and Applications From The Spirit of the Disciplines by Dallas Willard This Spiritual Disciplines List features some main disciplines for life in Christ with concise definitions…
How to Do Lectio Divina
Our Lectio Divina Guides are one page handouts using key Bible passages. They're free, easy to use, and great for devotions, small groups, and retreats.