Feeling burned out? Thinking of quitting? Wait! First take an intentional break. And to ensure you get a truly restorative one, determine what type of rest you need.
Author: Eva Burkholder
Find the Bible Study Method That Works for You
There are so many tips and methods to help you read and study the Bible. Try them all until you find one that works for you. If Bible study is new to you, start with the book of Mark in the New Testament. Otherwise, pick a portion you haven't read in a long time.
Breath Prayer: Short Prayers That Match the Rhythm of Breathing
Breath prayers are short two-phrase prayers said with the rhythm of our breathing. Ruth Haley Barton says they are “an expression of our heart’s deepest yearning coupled with the name for God that is most meaningful and intimate for us at this time.”
Daily Examen: Noticing Where God Shows Up
The Daily Examen is a regular practice of noticing and responding to God’s movement in one’s life.
Lectio Divina: A Contemplative Practice
Lectio Divina (sacred reading) goes back to the early centuries of our church and continues to be a source of spiritual growth for believers today.
Inductive Bible Study: A Treasured Tool
As a young woman I was taught the inductive Bible study method and it has served me well. I love marking the text, doing word studies, and discovering the main principle. The three components are observation, interpretation, and application.
Evaluating Our Time With God
A recent study of Psalm 19 caused me to reexamine my motivations and framework of my time with God
Suffering Produces Beauty and Growth
I avoid suffering because it’s uncomfortable. I don’t like pain. It can make me wonder if God loves me. But beauty and growth come through fire, pressure, pruning, molding, and darkness.
