An Intentional Life
I like to read. God often engages me in the words of others and I find one book can lead to another. When an author makes reference to a book or author, I follow those…
Some Fundamentals of Spiritual Formation
Spiritual formation is participating with Jesus in his training program to move us from a me-focused life to a God-focused life. Here are some basic concepts to get you started. Be authentic with God. God…
Reading for Formation
Lately I have been listening to www pray-as-you-go.org. Each day includes music, silence, a scripture reading, a few comments or questions, a repeat reading of the passage, a few final comments, and then a bit…
Conversations with Jesus
If I were to invite you to describe Jesus in short, pithy statements I suspect you might say things like, Jesus healed, Jesus saved, Jesus preached, Jesus prayed, Jesus fed or Jesus taught, but I…
This Homeless Man, This King
He was a homeless man, this king He invites – follow me He challenges us to be This crucified man, this miracle maker Present, absent, here again He didn’t seek, but sought Didn’t demand, but…
A Life Soaked In God
I just finished A God Soaked Life by Chris Webb. It has made me wonder what does a life soaked in God look like? Here are a few ideas. Less hurry, more rest Less anxiety,…
A Reflective Life
As I journey with God in Christlike character formation I increasingly recognize the value of a reflective life. God’s training in me occurs as I notice the circumstances and attitudes of my day. Was I…
A Different Life
This spring I met a woman I will call Betty. She has two kids, works, and attends church. As we have gotten to know each other I realized she doesn’t see any connection between her…
My Life With God
My life with God. Of course, I live my Life With God. After all, this is what a believer should do. But what does that actually mean, to live my Life With God? Well, I…
A Change of Character
It is easy to talk to God about behavioral issues. Lord, help me be a better steward of my money. Lord, help me loose weight. Lord, help me find a job, be healed from a…
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