TAKE 5 | The Rush to Nowhere: How Anxiety Fuels Our Fast-Paced Lives
Forgetfulness is one of the great challenges of spiritual growth. So easily do we forget to submit to God and instead choose anxiety which fuels hurry and temptation. How might we be reminded to slow down and submit to God today?
TAKE 5 | In the Eye of the Storm: Finding Peace Amidst Anxiety
Jesus cares about our concerns, but they don't worry him. He takes care of us just as he cares for and provides for the birds of the air and the flowers of the field. Where is he providing and caring for you?
TAKE 5 | The Journey to Peace: Overcoming Anxiety in Mind, Body, and Spirit
Anxiety can secretly envelope the different areas of our life, affecting our mentality and even the physical tenseness of our body. But when we take away anxiety's authority and replace it with God's peace, out mind, body and spirit can recover.
TAKE FIVE | Mini-Retreat - Resurrection Seems Late
Resurrection is the transformation from death to life. It is only through Christ that we are able to rise from our deathly sin to holy eternal life. But in our humanity and with our doubt it may not always feel that way. Do you feel trapped in death by your sin?
TAKE FIVE | Mini-Retreat - The Wisdom of Peace, Contentment, and Simplicity
As we prepare to speak into the lives of 300 urban teens and leaders, I am super excited to have them learn how to apply Proverbs to their life in our "Be Yoda!" seminar, however, for those of us in the second half of our lives, the wisdom in Ecclesiastes is often more relevant. See if you agree
TAKE FIVE | Mini-Retreat - A Choice That Can Reduce Anxiety
I can be a control freak at times. How about you? And if you don't feel in control, that can lead to anxiety. Well, this week we get to unpack this a bit further with our dynamic duo at Unhurried Living.
TAKE FIVE | Mini-Retreat - Unshakable and Assured
Today's thought hit me right between the eyes. I am in the midst of digesting the winter teen retreat, and as our first event, it can be easy to get lost in critically reviewing all the things that need improvement rather than focusing on God's goodness and provision. We hosted an event for over 450 with no COVID cases, and 100+ students decided to "Keet that Same Energy" by looking steadfastly to Jesus. Amen.