We think spiritual formation is the process of learning to love what Jesus loves by forming our habits around His habits. They don’t say, “old habits die hard,” for no reason. Reshaping your habits is difficult without Jesus at the center.
For the last several weeks, we’ve been studying the book of Acts together. This Bible study is for those who’ve never studied Scripture as well as longtime Bible readers looking for a spark of inspiration for further study. This week, we’re discussing Acts 6-7.
Are you avoiding what’s really going on inside? Seriously, when’s the last time you got real about what’s going on in your life? Do you push it off by saying “Shouldn’t I have it more together?” Like,” Is it okay that I’m struggling in this way?”
Conflict is inevitable. Hopefully, that gives you some peace—if you’re experiencing conflict, that’s okay. In fact, it’s normal. Conflict isn’t bad but the way we navigate it can be bad. So, how should you navigate conflict? There are definitely some really unhealthy ways to walk through conflict but did you know there is a Biblical way to navigate it.
Welcome back friends, old and new. This is the next installment of our slow, simple study through the book of Acts and today we’re reading through Acts 5. Can I tell you something? What you’re doing here is more powerful than you think it is. Be encouraged! We often put too much pressure on individual … Continue reading “GOING DEEPER: Acts 5 (9-Minute Bible Study)”
What would it take for you to release the resentment you’ve been carrying? Whether big or small, the emotions you refuse to feel, the ones you avoid, affect your whole life. In this episode, Jamie and Heather explore ways to better name their emotions and release resentment. Check it out. Have you ever been laying … Continue reading ““I’ve been harboring some resentment.””
Our simple Bible study continues with Acts 3-4. The Bible is not just for the pros. We hope you’re starting to see: you can know the Bible for yourself! Already in the first two chapters, we have a sense the author of the book of Acts (Luke) is up to something big. The scope of … Continue reading “GOING DEEPER: Acts 3-4 (12-Minute Bible Study)”
In this episode of Life In Motion, Heather and Jamie sit down to talk about Jamie’s NES full body scan and the damage that comes from hiding your authentic self.
You can’t read through scripture without seeing the work of the Holy Spirit in it. From Genesis 1, as He’s hovering over the waters to Acts where He’s the power behind every move and work of the first church, the Holy Spirit is all over scripture. So, how come He’s so misunderstood?
The purpose of these studies is to help beginners to develop an appetite for studying Scripture and also to inspire seasoned Bible students to follow Spirit-led rabbit trails that emerge from a plain reading of the text. This can take as little as 10 minutes or point you down a path to a further adventure.
