A Unique Silence
- October 07, 2018
- by
- Jared Odenbeck
There is a certain unique silence, a certain peculiar enveloping darkness that falls upon those who submit themselves entirely to the will of God. The silence comes not from separation, nor the darkness from isolation. The silence surrounds those who receive invitations to tranquility of soul. The darkness hangs heavy to steal away directional desire.
It is like finding yourself in the vastness of the Sea, far removed from any sight of land, far removed from any discernible familiarity. The unknown. Here, there is no room for control. You must surrender to the greatness and...
What We Do With Vapor
- October 03, 2018
- by
- Esther Followwill-Johnson
Life is a symphony. Sometimes it feels like you’re being played at full gusto with every instrument engaged in a glorious refrain. Other moments...
When I Lose My Sense of Direction
- October 03, 2018
- by
- Lori Travers
I’m a bit A.D.D. I typically forget where in the world my car is parked amidst the sea of other white vehicles in the...
Psalm 84
- September 25, 2018
- by
- Jared Odenbeck
“Gladden the soul of your servant, for to you, O Lord, do I lift up my soul.” (Psalms 86:4)
The Psalmist, here, David,...
The Other Side of Grace
- September 24, 2018
- by
- Sage Blalock
In church this Sunday, the worship band played a song that I had never heard before. As such I chose not to sing it...
We are the Light of the World
- August 14, 2018
- by
- Sage Blalock
In Matthew 5, Jesus gives the legendary Sermon on the Mount. In verses 14-16, the Lord says something that I think would be helpful...
Mortimer in the Elevator
- August 08, 2018
- by
- Guest Writer
Guest post by Allison Mullins
During a particularly low point in life, the boys and I went to the beach. “The boys” were my three...
Saying Less
- August 07, 2018
- by
- Esther Followwill-Johnson
“When there is an abundance of words, transgression is never far away. But the wise restrain their lips.”
Proverbs 10:19
Lately I have felt convicted in...
Of Prayer and Lasagne
- August 02, 2018
- by
- Guest Writer
Guest Writer: Allison Mullins (www.prayer4unity.com)
Recently the campus location of my church held a series of Wednesday night gatherings. For each session, the church’s Bible...
Nothing But the Blood
- June 24, 2018
- by
- Ivan Moore
My wife has impeccable style. She keeps an eye on trends, looks for ways to innovate, and is in tune with her body. One...