Spiritual Disciplines: Why Read the Bible?
What we do is certainly important but why we do it is even more important. It can be helpful to step back and ask yourself, “why do I read the Bible?” Doing the right behavior is important but the “why” we engage specific actions is what gives sustaining life and
Spiritual Disciplines: The Big Picture of the Bible
Coming to the Scriptures without background knowledge has some advantages because you might be better able to read the scriptures for what they say without preconceived ideas. However, without understanding the larger storyline of the passage/s you are reading, the Bible can quickly become confusing. In some ways it is
Spiritual Disciplines: How to Pray?
In Luke 11, the disciples ask Jesus to teach them to pray. It is comforting to think the disciples needed to learn how to pray too. As we walk with Christ, we are to grow in his likeness. This is the process of sanctification where we are learning and growing
Spiritual Disciplines: Why Pray?
Prayer, like many Spiritual Disciplines, is difficult to engage without it becoming a task to check off the list rather than a discipline which changes us, connects us to the Lord and affects the world. For this reason, it is important to remind ourselves of what we are doing and
Spiritual Disciplines: What is Prayer?
In the beginning of creation, God directly interacted with man. Genesis paints a picture of God and Man in close communion. The picture then shifts after man rebels against God in disobedience. God in his mercy continues to love and provide for man, but sin affects their relationship. Where once
Restoration Attempts in Marriage Podcast
Communication with our spouse can be hard. It is important to note that the content of our conversation is not most important. Process is critical. In this episode, Kaleb Beyer teaches us, with very practical tips, how to steer our conversations back on track. In so doing, we will answer
Biblical Decision-Making Part 1: Introduction
There are few things that Christians struggle with more than knowing God’s will. Sometimes it seems like God provides clear guidance to other people, but our personal search for clarity on hearing God’s voice can be difficult, full of uncertainty, and downright confusing. What are we to do then? Give
Why Do I Study God’s Word?
My first emotion: anger! My first response: blame! My first question: Why me? In the heat of the moment, this was my initial reaction. Then the Holy Spirit brought God’s Word to bear upon my present reality. It spoke straight to my need. It targeted my sinful response. It sliced
Developing Relationships Webinar
How to Build Relationships How do I build and develop a deeper relationship with someone? This is one of the most common questions about interacting with others whether as a mentor, teacher, parent, or even friend. In this webinar, we talk through various elements which all of us are looking
Marijuana Podcast Episodes
Marijuana: Acceptance of marijuana is sweeping across America. There is a growing number of states legalizing recreational cannabis and movements to decriminalize possession and sale of smaller amounts are gaining support. How should Christian’s think about this drug in today’s society? In this episode, Dr. Aaron Plattner provides some very welcome