Spiritual writer Jack Deere wrote, “The biggest difference between the first-century church and the modern church in the Western world is the first-century church was a praying church. We are a talking church.”[1] When I lead in prayer, I try to pray more and talk less. Let’s follow the example of the first-century disciples and ask one thing of Jesus, “Lord, teach us to … [Read more...] about Lord, Teach Us to Pray . . . completed.
Faith
Inspiring a deeper walk of faith in God, expressed as Father, Son, and Spirit. Living out our shared experiences of life in Christ.
Alexander & Mary Boddy, British Healing Pioneers
From the noisy industrial town of Sunderland in Northern England came unlikely healing pioneers, Rev. AA (Alexander) and Mary Boddy. Sunderland at the time was the largest shipbuilding port in the world, full of noxious factory fumes and clanging steam hammers. As a spiritual well of revival, Sunderland was visited thirty times by John Wesley. Alexander Boddy was … [Read more...] about Alexander & Mary Boddy, British Healing Pioneers
Gather25
On March 1, 2025, more than 70 Christian leaders from every continent will gather the world together for moments of teaching, prayer, worship and sermons for the world’s first-of its kind international gathering of Christians, Gather25. The 25-hour event, founded by Jennie Allen, will feature Priscilla Shirer, Louie Giglio, Sadie Robertson Huff and others, in addition to … [Read more...] about Gather25
Encouragement strengthens hope
An Interview with Amy Vezina, Director, Health Insurance Operations, Sun Life, Waterloo, Ontario In today’s corporate business world, ‘what’s in it for me’ dominates many conversations involving change. Yet, the Bible teaches us servant leadership, opposing this self-centred ‘me first’ attitude, is what we need to learn. Taking care of others as our focus will … [Read more...] about Encouragement strengthens hope
Lord, Teach Us to Pray . . . continued.
Cheers, it’s 2025! You’ve entered one-quarter of the way into the 21st century. How do you feel about the problems and possibilities ahead? I feel a bit nervous but excited. And I don’t make New Year’s resolutions anymore. Instead, I evaluate the past year in December and make intentions for the coming year. Yes, I intend to eat better, exercise more, and be more patient! … [Read more...] about Lord, Teach Us to Pray . . . continued.