Here are 10 quotes from a variety of Christians, past and present, on the practice and benefits of fasting. “In fasting … you are learning to be joyful, even when you don’t get what you want. You are practicing suffering and, through it, increasing your capacity for...
Not to bring up food during a 21 day fast, but … if you were a kitchen appliance, what would you be? I would be a pressure cooker. I’ve done a lot of work over the years to heal these tendencies, but at my worst, I could cook a pot roast in under an hour...
The meals I carefully curate for my toddlers look very different than what I eat myself. Star-shaped pieces of cheese or truck-shaped sandwiches go into their lunchboxes. My own meals are quick and portable, often bordering on junk food. Did you know that Dr Pepper...
Have you ever felt like God’s blessing has passed you by? The feeling is a constant companion for me. Ever since I was young, I not only desired but expected to one day get married and have children. That expectation has led to years of wrestling with God. I’ve asked...
Our son Isaac (Ike for short) is both passionate about and gifted in football. Playing quarterback is his thing. When he’s not playing in a game, he’s practicing with a team. When he’s not practicing with a team, he’s getting one-on-one training from one of his...
“If you have your Bible with you, and I hope you do, please open to Psalm 16.” Next time you hear one of our pastors say this at the beginning of a sermon, sneak a quick look around you. How many brought their printed Bible to church? How many are grabbing one from...
