“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work” (2 Timothy 3:16–17 NIV). Before I ever began to dance, I spent hours at the barre. Stretching. Practicing. Repeating. . . and… Continue reading Spiritual Disciplines (by Cathe Laurie) | Discipline Devotional
Tag: Spiritual Discipline
What Does God’s Discipline Look Like?
No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it- Hebrews 12:11 NIV Is there a difference between discipline and punishment? It matters because there are times when God’s discipline can feel every bit as unpleasant as punishment. However, there is… Continue reading What Does God’s Discipline Look Like?
All the Why’s Behind Philippians 4:8-9
Dear friends, this is now my second letter to you. I have written both of them as reminders to stimulate you to wholesome thinking- 2nd Peter 3:1 NIV It’s way above my paygrade. Nevertheless, sometimes I wonder about the “why” of some of God’s commands. Most of the “why’s” are easy. Thou shalt not murder is self-explanatory (Exodus… Continue reading All the Why’s Behind Philippians 4:8-9
Fasting Scriptures for Perseverance — Daniel Fast Journey
We all hit tough spots, those times when challenges pile up faster than our ability to handle them. And when we’re in these moments, perseverance is key! Maybe it’s a job that stretches your patience thin, a personal loss that feels like an aching, irreplaceable hole in your heart, or perhaps a goal that seems… Continue reading Fasting Scriptures for Perseverance — Daniel Fast Journey
How Many Times Should Christians Pray? Answers From The Bible
How many times you should pray isn’t recorded in the Bible. It’s an individual choice that should be continuous. However, it is recommended to be a daily activity. Christians sometimes wonder if they are praying less or too much and wonder again if something is wrong with their prayer pattern; Thinking that might cause them… Continue reading How Many Times Should Christians Pray? Answers From The Bible
Why do I feel dry? How do I get the joy back?
By Elizabeth Prata I am so encouraged by women who ask how to regain the joy of their earlier walk. And those who who care that they feel they are not walking as closely with the Lord as they might! So much better than apathy! They inspire ME to walk more closely with Him, or… Continue reading Why do I feel dry? How do I get the joy back?
Idolatry: Did you know about these two false gods?
By Elizabeth Prata I finished reading through Amos. A hard book, but a majestic one. God is at the center of it. His wrath, righteousness, and holiness. It ends with a promise, as do most of the prophetic books- I will plant them on their land,and they shall never again be uprootedout of the land… Continue reading Idolatry: Did you know about these two false gods?