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Why the World Is a Perfectly Safe Place to Be

Carolyn Arends invites us to agree with Scripture and ​“replace worst-case scenario thinking by anticipating the future God intends for His creation.”
Carolyn Arends
Carolyn Arends
June 11, 2021
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Don’t Waste Your Anxiety

Philosopher J.P. Moreland knows firsthand how debilitating anxiety can be. In this excerpt from Finding Quiet, he shares what anxiety is, steps we can take to combat it, and how it may be an opportunity for formation.
J.P. Moreland
J.P. Moreland
June 11, 2021
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What is Spiritual Direction?

What is spiritual direction and how do you choose a spiritual director?
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Richard J. Foster & Renovaré Team
June 4, 2021
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How We Order our Hearts

How can we rightly order our hearts to love well what is worthy of love? And can we do this in a way that opens the door to spiritual transformation, rather than being just another self-help or time-management system? Carolyn Arends looks at how letting go may be the key to finding order.
Carolyn Arends
Carolyn Arends
June 3, 2021
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What to Do When Serving God Becomes a Burden

We’re ​“blessed to be a blessing.” But, what if you’re at the end of your blessing rope, so to speak, and feel you have nothing left to give? This classic piece from Hannah Whitall Smith offers wise advice.
Hannah Whitall Smith
Hannah Whitall Smith
May 21, 2021
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Following Jesus and Living in the Kingdom

In an insightful interview, Dallas Willard addresses imbalances sometimes present in evangelical and charismatic contexts and points us toward life in the Kingdom of God.
Dallas Willard
Dallas Willard
May 21, 2021
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Blessed to Bless

Ruminating on the theme of blessing, Linda Christians shares some helpful passages from Dallas Willard’s book, Living in Christ’s Presence.
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Linda Christians & Dallas Willard
May 21, 2021
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Prophets and Poets

Luci Shaw believes poets, especially poets of faith, should cultivate the gift of perception and awareness in order to help illuminate invisible realities.
Luci Shaw
Luci Shaw
April 22, 2021
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A Hurry-Free Life

Does ​“relentlessly eliminate hurry” mean embracing an inefficient life? Carolyn Arends explores if it is possible to work quickly without being in a hurry.
Carolyn Arends
Carolyn Arends
March 23, 2021
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The Cure for Distraction

In 1978, Richard Foster wrote, ​“Superficiality is the curse of our age.” More than forty years later, it feels as relevant as ever. Yet, the reigning curse that threatens the growth of our souls has a new challenger — distraction.
Nathan Foster
Nathan Foster
March 19, 2021