Finding genuine connection with others can be hard. Everyone wants a supportive community, but life often bombards us with what can feel like imposing obstacles to that community. It’s easier to self-isolate than ever. In fact, technology often encourages this isolation, using algorithms to push us further into a content bubble; not to mention the … Continue reading “Obstacles to Community”
Does prayer even work? If you have ever wondered about this existential question, you’re not alone. So often we view prayer like a request box that God labeled, “What can I do for you?” We write down our heart’s deepest desire on a little slip of paper, slip it in the box, and impatiently wait … Continue reading “Does Prayer Even Work?”
As people, we have mixed motives. Often our deepest desires and strongest desires contradict each other. For example, the strong desire to eat that king-sized candy bar may not line up with your deepest desire to feed your body well. Even the Apostle Paul struggled with this dichotomy of human motivation in Romans 7:15: “I … Continue reading “Mixed Motives : “Search me, O God . . . !””
During a season of starting new routines, new habits, and new goals, why not start a habit of daily, focused prayer? Often, our prayer lives consist of a fleeting thought towards God or a pleading cry amidst crises. But prayer isn’t just something to sprinkle into your daily routine or a lifeline in turmoil. You … Continue reading “An Unceasing Invitation”
During Advent, we have reflected on the ideas of Joy, Peace, and Hope. We finish our journey to Christmas with the theme of Love. Specifically, we consider the giving of love. People don’t know how we feel unless we show them. I don’t know about you, but I have been guilty of assuming that people … Continue reading “Advent: What’s love got to do with it?”
We don’t know if you’re anything like us, but every year we make a promise to ourselves that this year will be a really special Christmas for our families. That we’re going to really celebrate the season, we’re going to do more than just get caught up in everything that has to happen, and we’re … Continue reading “Advent: Making the Most of Your Christmas Season”
In this episode, Heather and Jamie talk about the spiritual side of mental and emotional health. Check it out!
In this episode, Heather and Jamie talk about how Heather and her dad respond to conflict and how to pass positive traits to their kids. Check it out!
In this episode, Heather and Jamie talk about Heather making a counseling appointment, putting in the work to get healthy, and different ways to afford help. So, let’s talk about it!
What is spiritual warfare, really? We think it may be far more boring and ordinary than you might think. When you repent and apologize, commit to repairing your relationships, when you work against the conflict and tensions that divide you from the people in your life—that’s spiritual warfare.
In this episode, Heather and Jamie talk about spiritual warfare as the act of resolving conflict in your life. Check it out!
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