Hidden Agendas: Enemy

I sat at the edge of our couch, wide eyes glued to the TV, and waited for the hidden attackers to leap out at any moment. I knew they were there. I just couldn’t see them. And, isn’t that just like our enemy? Lurking unseen in the shadows. Tracking us like prey. Having us inContinueContinue reading “Hidden Agendas: Enemy”

Abide: Wholly in the Holy

Our summer sure sped swiftly! While we’ve met here week after week, I’ve been growing in understanding of what Jesus means by, “remain in me as I also remain in you” (John 15:4). Remaining, that practice of dwelling or abiding, is more than prayer. It’s more than worship. Or Bible reading. Or making good choices.ContinueContinue reading “Abide: Wholly in the Holy”

Abide: Practices and Prayer

For years I poured myself into dance. By middle school, I was at the studio four nights a week, learning and rehearsing. Each goal I set for myself pushed me to work harder, and it paid off. My last performance with that dance company, a ballet solo, reflected all the hours and years of practice.ContinueContinue reading “Abide: Practices and Prayer”