The woman at the well came every single day because it was the only way to sustain her thirst. In the same way, to tend our souls, we must make rhythms that keep us coming back to God every single day.
A Family Crossroads: When Faith and Sports Collide (Part 3)
My prayer is that we are raising disciples who happen to be athletes, not athletes who happen to be disciples. May our kids seek and find Jesus wherever they are, on a playing field or in the local church.
A Family Crossroads: When Faith and Sports Collide (Part 2)
Having coached for a short period of time, I want to shed light on two myths when it comes to our kids’ extracurricular schedules and their spiritual formation.
Interior Work
For imperfect people Habakkuk’s message is practical and finds its crucible in life’s sweetest relationship.
A Call to Genuine Love
How many of the words in Romans 12 are guiding my own life? And how many am I setting aside because of discomfort or stubbornness?
Reflections on Leadership from 2 Chronicles
Sometimes, as ministers or church leaders, it can be very unpopular to speak what we believe to be true. It makes us vulnerable, and it can make others uncomfortable – both of which can be quite difficult for leaders.
Holy Ground: Teaching the Gospel of Mark
The process of cultivating our hearts to receive the gospel, see Jesus, and live out the kingdom way of life is an ongoing process that is communal in practice.
The Odyssey’s Biggest Leap of Faith
What does The Odyssey reveal, especially to those of us who are leaders in churches or Christian communities?
Tolerance and Spiritual Maturity, Acts 15
Many matters related to the practice of the faith are not black and white but contain nuances. Recognizing this demonstrates spiritual maturity.
The Ten Plagues and the Jesus Way
There’s something in each plague that applies to how we live as a follower of Jesus. Very practical. And helpful.
Christians After Certainty: John 20:24-29
Faith that cannot survive questions was never faith. It was fear dressed up in confidence.
I Have Been Here Before
Grief is hard. But running from it is harder because when you run from the pain, you run from the healing, too.
Leading with the Aroma of Christ: Reflections on the Leadership of Those Who are Still Becoming Like Jesus
I encourage you to think about the ways you’ve responded in leadership and be open to the ways God wants to lead you in His anointing.
Nada Te Turbe: The Soul’s Dark Night
One of the most disorienting realities of life is the way God brings good out of circumstances that appear anything but. Gets me nearly every time.
Ministry for Such a Time as This
Our people, our ministries and our families have specific needs, but sometimes we don’t do a great job at identifying and ministering to those needs. So what can we do about it?
Acedia and Not Me (Please!)
One of the most disorienting realities of life is the way God brings good out of circumstances that appear anything but. Gets me nearly every time.
Prayer in the Apostolic Church: Acts 12
The life of the apostle Peter was preserved against all odds, and once again the church witnessed the power found in prayer.
Lowering the Wing: Humility as a Competency in Spiritual Care
I had not yet fully internalized just how beautifully diverse Muslims in the United States truly are, and how this immense diversity serves as a rich opportunity for a chaplain’s clinical growth.
Cultural Components of Grieving in Latino Populations
Latino cultural norms often encourage open emotional expression. Chaplains can support families by offering calm presence, providing space to openly grieve, and validating these expressions.
African Americans and Spiritual Care
The realities of history mean that, when a chaplain enters the African American patient’s room, there is often an unspoken wall already standing—not built from disrespect, but from a lack of trust.