Can our sinful anger truly be transformed into something God-honoring and good? David Powlison thinks it can—and lays out a thoughtful path to that end.
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Book Review: Untangling Emotions by J. Alasdair Groves and Winston Smith
A thoughtful exploration of the nature, role, and invitation our emotions offer in our journey of sanctification.
Book Review: The Common Rule: Habits of Purpose for An Age of Distraction by Justin Whitmel Earley
Contrary to what the world tells us, setting limits and habits in our lives is actually a powerful way to help us grow. This book shows why and how.
Book Review: Deeper: Real Change for Real Sinners
If you’ve ever wondered how the gospel of your salvation that secures your eternity can impact your life and relationship with God in the here and now, this book guides you into growing that deep fellowship you long for with your Savior.
Search Me, O God! (Psalm 139)
Though I was familiar with parts of Psalm 139, I had not really studied it as a whole. What it was saying was far greater than I imagined.
Summary Post: The Ministry of Spiritual Motherhood
A summary post of the past series , with reflection questions to build your own ministry.
Metamorphosis of the Heart
When God changes us, He is working to transform us at our deepest level—at the heart. What does that mean?
The Secret of Fruitfulness in the Midst of Heat and Drought
What is the heat in your life that threatens to lead you off track in your journey of faith? A look at what the heat is and how understanding it can be the first step to real change.
A New Year for a Change
A new quarter means a new topic! Join me in the next few months as we look at change in the deepest, hidden parts of us to encourage growth in Christlikeness.
Summary Post: Time Management for Intentional Living
A summary post for the process I use to evaluate and plan my time to live my part of God’s Story with intentionality and purpose.
How to Make Changes: 3 Steps to Take
Doing a time audit and evaluating it can help pinpoint changes to make. Here’s three steps to help you start making a plan to move forward.
Learning From Our Time Audit
Doing a time audit is the first step. In today’s post, let’s pause a moment to ponder what we can learn from it and celebrate the good God has already done.
Summary Post: Studying, Living and Sharing God's Word
A summary post on how to do inductive Bible study for yourself.
Better Than Bread: How to Study the Bible, Part 1
When we learn the skills of studying Scripture for ourselves, we have sustenance for our spiritual lives. Here, we will look at how to put Scripture in context as well as observe for details.
20 Ideas to Jumpstart Your Meditation
Twenty ideas on how to make meditation a part of your spiritual training.
Grow Up By Shrinking
Part of growing up means getting smaller. How does this irony work?
Breathe: Two Disciplines to Oxygenate Your Spiritual Life
Just as inhaling and exhaling form the unseen pattern of our daily lives, so we need to learn to inhale Scripture and exhale prayer as a pattern in our spiritual lives. Here are some suggestions on how to form this core rhythm to sustain and empower your communion with God.
10 Stages of My Planning Process
How to plan for the next year so that you live out God’s Story each day.
How to Do a Social Media Fast
While we often think of fasting in terms of food, a social media fast can also have many positive benefits. Who should consider doing such a fast and how do you do it?
Taming the Social Media Beast: 3 Tips to Steward Your Influence
Practical tips on prayerfully seeking God, discerning purpose, and wisely engaging in social media use.