This year, our family is observing the Lenten fast in a rather unorthodox fashion. While food items such as meat or sugar are often fasted, this year we have decided to do something quite different: We’ve decided to give up complaining for Lent. Yes, you heard me right. Complaining. It’s easy when your life mostly… Continue reading We Gave Up Complaining for Lent
Category: Spiritua Disciplines
5 Simple Ways to Grow in Thankfulness
Thanksgiving is coming up and I’ve been meditating on this passage in 1 Thessalonians 5, “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” As we seek to live with thankful hearts before the Lord, here are some ideas of how to get… Continue reading 5 Simple Ways to Grow in Thankfulness
The Gift of Solitude
“A harried executive who went to the desert father and complained about his frustration in prayer, his flawed virtue, and his failed relationships. The hermit listened closely to his visitor’s rehearsal of the struggle and disappointments in trying to lead a Christian life. He then went into the dark recesses of his cave and came… Continue reading The Gift of Solitude