Prayer Starters helps you connect in prayer with a God that loves you like crazy. Each episode begins with a scripture, offers a... more
God calls for us to make our way home to him. Keywords: Return; uncertainty; home; invitation; wander. Scripture: Isaiah 44:22
A glimmer of light for that one who is lost.Keywords: Home; faith; lost; found; Shepherd; welcome home. Scripture: 1 Peter 2:25
God loves us with a pure, untangled love. Keywords: Love; unconditional; relationship; receive; Heavenly Father.Scripture: 1 John 4:9-10
If we lack a life of love, our words are just noise. Keywords: Love; words; speak; change; heart; noise. Scripture: 1 Corinthians... more
It’s tempting to box God in. Keywords: Limitation; greater; faith; ministry; temple; Solomon. Scripture: 2 Chronicles 2:6 ESV
That answer to your prayer might just come in the form of a friend. Keywords: Friend; mentor; help; wisdom; prayer; struggling;... more
When in a prolonged season of difficulty, it may be hard to believe things will be good again. Keywords: War; battle... more
He does mean you. Excerpt from Chapter 2 of Come With Me: Discovering the Beauty of Following Where Jesus Leads... more
Jesus gave a “come with me” invitation that flipped religion upside down. He still does!Keywords: Cross; Savior; invitation; come with... more
There is no such thing as an ordinary life if Jesus is at the center of it. Keywords: Jesus; witness; personal;... more
Jesus comes to us when we are afraid, and brings peace. Keywords: Fear; peace; resurrection; doubt; uncertainty; hope. Scripture: Luke 24:36
The path of faith is not neatly laid out, but Jesus leads us day-to-day. Keywords: Direction; suffering; path; faith; trust; adventure. Scripture: Luke... more
Jesus meets us in those impossible places and brings life. Keywords: Tomb; resurrection; Jesus; Mary; women; life; rolled away.Scripture: Luke 24:2-3
Touching Jesus with our lives and our worship. Keywords: Touch; worship; closer; Messiah; tomb; Joseph; burial. Scripture: Luke 23:52
When we cry out the name of Jesus, he assures us that he hears us. Keywords: Thief; cross; faith; I need... more
Jesus’ death was the beginning of life for us. Keywords: Cross; sacrifice; life; death; sin; anointed; good news. Scripture: Luke 23:33
One voice may seem not much, but one voice can make a difference. Keywords: Injustice; unfair; boldness; bravery; right and wrong;... more
God comes near when we are in agony, and nurtures in that hard place. Keywords: Jesus; darkness; afraid; uncertain; hope; help;... more
Remembering the gift Jesus gave us.Keywords: Cross; communion; broken body; broken bread; remembrance; bread.Scripture: Luke 22:19
We live such busy lives, but we need rest and refuge in our busy days. Keywords: Busy; rest; solace; balance;... more
Your story may be the very thing that helps someone begin their own story with Jesus. Keywords: Story; witness; testify; testimony;... more
Our plans may be grand, but it is the presence of God that makes it lasting. Keywords: Build; plans; church: temple;... more
We all come to a place where we personally decide who Jesus is. Keywords: Identity; Jesus; Messiah, opinions; invitation; Lord.Scripture:... more
We may not know what to ask, but Jesus sees the real question and offers what we need. Keywords: Truth; listen;... more
Jesus was Messiah and also Lamb of God -- and that changes us. Keywords: Cross; lamb of God; Messiah; salvation; sin;... more
We may not feel ready, but if God says that it is, that’s sufficient. Keywords: Ready; comparison; obedience; submission; trust.Scripture: Luke... more
When Jesus asks us to throw out our nets one more time. Keywords: Prayer; persevere; deep; trust; don’t give up; weary.Scripture:... more
Jesus came to seek and save those who are lost. Keywords: Salvation; Zacchaeus; Jesus; forgiveness; making a wrong right; seek. Scripture: Luke... more
When we feel desperate, we call on Jesus and he hears that cry. Keywords: Jesus; desperation; call for help; healing; open... more
Prayer is a lifeline when the noise is loud and the battle feels way too big. Keywords: Prayer; tenacity; don’t give... more
When we feel desperate, we call on Jesus and he hears that cry. Keywords: Jesus; desperation; call for help; healing; open my eyes. Scripture:... more