3 Steps to Calm Emotions in Trauma
Waves of trauma have battered us in recent weeks. Just as we stand back up we get knocked down again. Without help your soul could…
In the Grip of a Great Happiness
How audacious to claim, “I have life without lack because the Lord is my shepherd.” That’s the point of Psalm 23 according to Dallas Willard…
Life Without Lack: A Prayer by Dallas Willard
You can experience life without lack right now. Remember Christ is here with you. That’s what I told myself a few minutes ago when I…
Dallas Willard on the Power of Prayer
“I’m too tired to read my Bible and pray,” a pastor shared with me, “but I need the Spirit’s anointing to preach this weekend.” In…
The Story of My Spiritual Renewal
In 2002 had been living as a “Christian” for over 30 years, but I was depressed. Marriage, family, friendships, career, and ministry were all going…
Small Beginnings
What makes for a “good day”? For me it starts with prayer. This morning I awoke early. My thoughts started down the path of planning…
Worried about Money? Meditate!
The other day I was tempted to become worried and fearful. My income is way down this year and, with a son in college, our…
Is Jesus Enough for You?
Is Jesus enough for you? Really? Is being close to Jesus what is most important to you? I ask myself this question all the time.…
Pastor Stress Statistics
These are some of the stressors that pastors talk with us about.
Trying to Get More Done in Less Time?
I was talking with a friend who likes to drive in the fast lane. He thrives on trying to get more done in less time…
Rejoicing on a Mundane Monday!
Just another mundane Monday. Jesus Christ, the carpenter from Nazareth, understands — and he knows how to help us find joy and peace in tedious…
Meditating on a Tattoo
Recently I was in a conversation with an older, conservative pastor and he was explaining why he thought it wasn’t good to put tattoos on…