Tag: Growth
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Then Sings My Soul

That sense of nearness to the Lord, of being surrounded by His Presence, is the most fulfilling and freeing experiences that our hearts can have. We were made to worship. Indeed, it is in a posture of worship that our hearts were created to do everything: sing, dance, work, and rest. We are intended to…
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Anchors of Advancement

There are very few things I love as much as a good adventure. The idea of wandering around a city without a map or taking a spontaneous hike during an aimless road trip is thrilling. Experiences like those are the backdrop for many of my favorite memories. As much as I love diving head first…
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A Hope that Speaks to Growth

A few days ago, I decided to postpone answering emails and sifting through reports and poured myself a big cup of coffee. Stepping out onto my balcony, I watered a few potted herbs and plants and then settled down in a chair with my Bible and journal. I had been sitting and resting in the…
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The Invitation of the Mundane

A relentless flood of emails fills my inbox as I muddle through a growing pile of projects at work. The past couple of months have been busy around the office. Events, trainings, and new initiatives fill my schedule, and even before ten o’clock rolls around I can already sense self-imposed pressure to accomplish as I…
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An Attentive Heart

As one of the most important and dynamic facets of Christian faith, prayer is at the forefront of many ministries, sermons, books, and meetings. The purpose of prayer is to release the government of the Kingdom that earth would indeed be as it is in heaven (Matt 6:10). But prayer also serves the purpose of…