Enable me, God, to be poor in spirit, mournful, meek, and hungry for righteousness. Empower me, Jesus, to be merciful, pure, peaceful, and willing to suffer for what is right. Energize me, Spirit, that I might do the good deeds that act as salt and light. Father, in my relationship with others make me the one [...]
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How Ministers Answer “How are you?”
The Pepperdine Bible Lectures are a time when I reconnect with fellow ministers from around the country, many of whom I haven’t seen in months or years. Here’s what I heard most frequently yesterday at the PBL when asking my fellow-ministers, “How are you?” “I’m o.k…” (Not, “I’m OK!”) “I’m hanging in there.” “I’m making [...]
Day 35 of 40 Following the Prayer Steps of Jesus
Today is the 35th day of Lent, a 40 day season of spiritual reflection, repentance, and renewal. During these 40 days we’ll explore the prayer life of Jesus, walking chronologically through every mention of Jesus’ prayer life and prayers in the Gospels. I often think of prayer as the pathway to two things: resources and relationships. [...]
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Freedom of Simplicity: Finding Harmony in a Complex World
