The word "bless" means "to kneel." It's bending down in love and honor to lay hands on someone to declare good. It's more than encouragement—it's agreeing with God's vision for that person. It's opening a door and cheering on all the life he has in store for him or her. It's speaking prophetically of opportunities …
Shine
“God, you are our unending grace and blessing. You radiate your joy in us, so that your ways may be known on earth, and your salvation among all nations” (Psalm 67:1-2, paraphrase). Think about this verse for a moment. It’s saying one of the greatest ways God reaches the world is through you living with …
Sticking Together
Everyone knows what's going to happen as soon as they hear the movie or TV line, "We can cover more ground if we split up." Even as kids we knew Scooby was right when he wanted everyone to stay together, though Freddy would never listen. The real mystery then, is why as adults we constantly …
Breathing in Peace
Some days, it’s all you can do to find a moment alone to breathe before you have to deal with the waves of dread trying to wash over you. But you can quiet those waves. You have the authority and ability to do that with Jesus. He’s inviting you right now to look squarely at …
A Little Peace
Peace: Disciplining your heart to stay vulnerable to God’s voice, and disciplining your mind to stop fighting what God has said to your heart. “Don’t give in to worry. Instead, pray about everything, telling God what you need, and thanking him for all he’s done. Then you’ll experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything our minds …
Equip Your Spirit 