We are called in Ephesians 4:29 to respond with words that give grace, encourage, and build up. This includes those hard moments when our kids are sinfully disobedient. You can read the post below or listen in to the podcast where I share a bit more content. Listen and Download the Podcast: Find All Podcast Episodes or Subscribe to the Podcast. Related Articles: Gently Correcting One AnotherPodcast EP 48: Cultivating Gentleness Biblically Communicating with Our ... continue reading...
Podcast EP 59: Evangelism (Spiritual Disciplines Series)
What is evangelism? The dictionary definition defines it as the spreading of the Christian gospel by public preaching or personal witness.So evangelism is the announcement, proclamation, and preaching of the gospel (1 Corinthians 15:1-4), which is the good news of and about Jesus Christ. It is a verbal message.The English word “evangelism” comes from the Greek word euaggelion, meaning: “gospel” or “good news.” In the verb form, euaggelizesthai, the meaning of the word changes ... continue reading...
Podcast EP 58: A Letter to My Younger Self
So, if I could go back here are some of the most important things I would like to tell my younger self:Listen & Download the Podcast: Find all Podcast Episodes with Show Notes Subscribe to the Podcast on Your Favorite App Related Articles: My Abortion Story & Why I Sidewalk Counsel at Abortuaries Giving Thanks in Difficult Circumstances Kindness in Our HomesAs I am now over half a century old, ... continue reading...
Journaling Tips from Elisabeth Elliot
Journaling is often viewed as just a way to remember or keep track of life's events. Many people who aren't Christians keep a journal. One of the reasons as a Christian, that I've been thankful to keep spiritual journals (consistently at times and inconsistently at times) is that it has helped me to see God's grace and mercy at work in my life over the years of walking with Him. My journaling time helps me to discern my motives and bring about sin that I need to confess to the Lord ... continue reading...
Podcast EP 57: Spiritual Journaling (Spiritual Disciplines Series)
Spiritual journaling is a way to slow our lives down and ponder deeply over the events of the day. In my life journaling has helped me to grow spiritually by discerning my thoughts and motives. It has shown me areas where I need to give thanks and praise to the Lord. My journaling time has reminded me of situations or people I need to be in prayer for.Journaling is an excellent time for me to see areas of weakness and set spiritual goals and not always just spiritual but other areas of ... continue reading...
