Yesterday, I talked about the spiritual discipline of secrecy. Practicing acts of kindness in secret with your family can be a deeply meaningful and enriching experience. Here are a few ideas to consider: Surprise Breakfast: Wake up a bit earlier than usual and prepare a special breakfast for your family. You can leave a note… Read More »
The Spiritual Discipline of Secrecy
I would like to challenge today’s readers to do a good deed for someone in secret. You may decide to bless the person with a card, or buy him or her lunch, or do some other act of kindness, but do it anonymously. Do it as unto the Lord. This is one way of practicing… Read More »
The Fundamental Requirement of Effective Prayer
Prayer is personal communication with God in worship. Through prayer we contact God and learn to relate to him. Prayer provides us with the opportunity to fellowship with God and to receive guidance and direction from him. God also meets our needs through prayer and allows us to join with him to accomplish his plans.… Read More »
Hearing God in Prayer
Do you need to hear from God today? One way to hear the “voice” of God is to quiet the mind and emotions. Relax yourself for a moment. Take time to fellowship with the Lord in praise, thanksgiving, prayer, Bible-reading, and singing. As you “rest” in God’s presence, he will communicate his thoughts to you.… Read More »
Prayer as a Spiritual Discipline
Introduction: Christian prayer stands as a fundamental aspect of the believer’s spiritual journey, serving as a transformative practice that fosters intimacy with God, spiritual growth, and alignment with his will. Rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ and the rich traditions of the Christian faith, Christian prayer holds a central place in the lives of… Read More »
Reading the Bible with Friends and Loved Ones
Reading the Bible with friends and loved ones can be a deeply enriching and meaningful experience. Here are some tips to make the most out of your group Bible study: Choose a Schedule: Decide on a regular time to meet that works for everyone involved. Consistency helps establish a routine and ensures everyone can participate… Read More »
A Daily Diet of God’s Word
Just as natural food provides nourishment to our physical bodies, so the Word of God provides essential nourishment to our minds and spirits. Therefore, we need to consume a daily diet of the Word of God. Enjoy this short video teaching from Wednesday, November 21, 2021. You can download additional materials by visiting the links… Read More »
The Spiritual Disciplines of Solitude and Silence
For the past few days, I have been addressing the topic of spiritual disciplines. A spiritual discipline is a physical or mental activity derived from Scripture that a Christian does to aid his or her spiritual growth. Spiritual disciplines are what we do in the natural to positively benefit our spiritual lives. These disciplines have… Read More »