Author Archives: Laura

On our own, we are unable and needy. In Christ and by the Spirit we can live in faith as blessed, resting followers. The life of faith is hard, and we are unable on our own, for faith is always … Continue reading →

Lived Faith Pray Misconceptions about God the Father in combination with a high-negative affect can lead to malformed prayer. Proclaim Duty. Bearing Jesus’ image, proclaiming his good news, and loving as he loves form the church into a community that … Continue reading →

Preaching and the preparation behind it must be submitted to the requirements of both text and hearers. This means one’s preaching style must flex as needed. The preacher will strive to practice proper sermon preparation and toward clear delivery that … Continue reading →

Humans cannot judge persons, for we simply lack the capacity. Because our perception of reality is linear, the ever-changing reality of people’s character is hidden from us. We have partial perception, filtered by our assumptions, so we cannot see others … Continue reading →

Silence is an ongoing decision to take a periodic rest from making any sound. It is something planned and engaged in as an interior condition of the soul that is simultaneously an outward-facing force. The purpose of silence is growth … Continue reading →