I'm reading old journals, newsletters, and correspondence for my next book and I'm reminded again how much the discipline of praying God's word was part of my life when I served as a global worker in Indonesia. I filled pages and pages in my journals with verses written into prayers for myself, my family, and our work.
Spiritual Practices
Practicing the Presence of God: A Way to Dwell with Him
I am learning to dwell with God and be present with him through my granddaughter. I get the honor of spending every Monday with her while her parents are at work. When she is awake, I have resolved to be present to her, to not look at my phone or turn my attention away from … Continue reading Practicing the Presence of God: A Way to Dwell with Him
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
Pondered Treasures 