Psalm 46:10 says, “Be still and know that I am God.” There’s a clear correlation between being still and knowing God. In your quest for greater intimacy with Him, stillness matters. But what it means to “be still” may be more than what you think. Let’s take a closer look at this verse. The Hebrew […]
Another myth about hearing God
In the last blog post we talked about three myths when it comes to hearing God’s voice. Let’s pick up where we left off, and blast away at one of the most serious misconceptions people have about communication with God. Myth #4 This is the prevailing mindset of far too many Christians. This myth says […]
When there is no kindness
Philo of Alexandria said, “Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle.” In my younger years in ministry, I was sometimes impatient with those who requested prayer for the same issue again and again. I remember thinking, “Can’t you just get past this and move on?” Thankfully, age, time with God, and […]
3 myths about hearing God
When it comes to hearing from God, many people say things that simply aren’t true. They talk to me about things not in the Bible—things never displayed in the lives of the early Christians. Still, these myths persist. As we roll into the new year, my hope is that you’ll think about hearing from the […]
Get back into His presence
I was coming out of the grocery store the other day when I saw two young men soliciting funds for a Christian ministry. I almost passed them by until I noticed their eyes. There was a sparkle there that grabbed my attention*. And just like that, I was in the presence of the Lord. I heard […]
Out of sorts and out of season
If you read my last blog you’ll know that I had a difficult Summer. Though the sorrow has begun to fade, the last few months have left an icky residue. I can only describe it by saying I feel totally “out of sorts.” I haven’t had the desire to write, or study, or even spend […]