It's the New Year, which provides us with a very rare natural window to be able to slow down and take stock of what is going on in our lives. But this isn't something that always comes naturally to us. Ian takes us through a few simple steps to help us meet with God, process 2021, and embrace what God has for us in 2022.
Read MoreChristmas is a busy and eventful time of year. It can be so easy to let ourselves get distracted from the real meaning of Christmas. Join us as we take some time to pause and reflect on what the holiday season is really all about.
Read MoreJesus was born in an unlikely place. Not a significant place or strategic place, unlike what many would have expected. So why did God go to such great lengths to ensure that Jesus was born in Bethlehem? Ian explores how God uses seemingly insignificant things to fulfill His purposes.
Read MoreOne of the signs of the Messiah was that he would be called Immanuel, which means "God is with us". But what does it mean that God is with us, and how does this impact our lives today? Ian shares how this amazing truth can transform the way we live.
Read MoreGod made it very clear that the Messiah would come from the line of King David. But what is the significance of this? Why did God choose David to be one of Jesus' forebears? Ian explores the prophetic significance of David's life and how his understanding of God's mercy and forgiveness reveals how we can relate to God today.
Read MoreWe live in a culture of relentless activity that is constantly driving us to do more. But Jesus modeled a different lifestyle, where He regularly withdrew from others to find solitude with His Father. By embracing the Practice of Solitude we can break the endless cycle of activity and reestablish our connection with God.
Read MoreThe Bible divides opinions in our culture — some love it and build their lives around it, some see it as irrelevant, and others see it as dangerous. But Jesus’ life was formed and shaped by the Scriptures. It informed His teaching and strengthened him to face any situation. As Jesus’ followers, we must also embrace the Scriptures as the primary way in which God speaks to us and helps us become like Jesus.
Read MoreIf we don't learn to control our appetites, they will control us and take us places we never intended to go. But that can be difficult in a culture that encourages us to gratify every appetite at every opportunity.
So how do we learn to control our appetites?
Todd looks at one of Jesus' most neglected practices, which can help us arrest our out-of-control appetites and bring them into submission.
We live in an always-on, hyper-caffeinated, 24/7 world…and it is running us ragged. We long to get out of this cycle but we’re not sure how. This is what the practice of Sabbath was created for, to break the endless cycle of busyness and reconnect us with God. Todd shares about why we need Sabbath and how to incorporate it in your life.
Read MoreWorship is often relegated to something religious people do. But no matter what you believe, everyone worships someone or something. The question is: what do you worship? Todd looks at the practice of worship and why it is so vital for us as disciples of Jesus.
Read MoreWe live in a hyper-individualistic society where independence and self-sufficiency are among our chief virtues. But part of being a disciple of Jesus means embracing community, where we are transformed to look like Jesus.
Read MoreAs disciples of Jesus, we’re learning to live the way Jesus lived. Since prayer was one of Jesus’ daily habits, it should become one of our habits as well. But learning how to pray can be a struggle, so Lauren highlights 5 different approaches to help strengthen your prayer life.
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