Jason Minnix speaks about what it means to “deny our self” through a spiritual formation lens. We also explore how who we truly are emerges as we seek actual encounters with God. [Luke 9:23-25] Reflection What is my false self? Have I taken time to appreciate how my protective self has served me? How does your false self inhibit intimacy […]
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Incarnation: God With Us
Gideon Tsang speaks about the incarnation and how God with us impacts the way we should live in this new year. [John 1:9-14] Reflection What are some things that we might be blind to and need to see in a new light this coming year? What are some ways we can improve how we relate to God in the new […]
Lectio Divina – Galatians 4
Weylin speaks about the transition from anticipation to the lived reality of Christ on earth as he leads a time of reflection and meditation through the practice of Lectio Divina. [Galatians 4:1-7] Reflection How can we move from anticipation to the reality that Jesus has given us freedom to live the way God intended us to live? What is God […]
Advent – Anticipation and Hope
John Chandler speaks about the anticipation of those who lived in the time of Christ’s birth and what that means for us today during the season of Advent. [Psalm 89:1-4] Reflection What are the stories that need to be remembered and retold during this season of Advent? How can our longing for God to act turn into a desire for […]
Advent: Joy Retrieved
Jason Minnix speaks about the struggle and hope that lead to joy as we reflect on anticipation during the season of Advent. [Isaiah 61:1-11] Reflection: How do we make space for darkness during Advent and sit with the difficult emotions of our lives? How can we be with those who experience poverty and are in need this Advent season? How […]
Advent: Waiting for Eternity
Gideon Tsang and Mick Santostefano share about their experience in Dehli, India and reflect on how Advent is the finite waiting for the infinite. [2 Peter 3:8-15] Reflection: What kind of people should we be that anticipate the justice of God? Do we trust in God’s promise that he will bring justice? What are the things that we need to […]
Practicing Emotional Intelligence
Gena Minnix speaks about God restoration of Moses and how his narrative invites us to emotional intelligence as a spiritual practice. [Exodus 33:12-23] Reflection: How can we be more aware of the ways we engage God through our emotions? In our anger, fear and shame, how can we experience the gift of assertiveness, humility and compassion?