We are told to count it “pure joy” when we encounter trials. Hard times produce perseverance, which forges character. Here are scriptures to pray when you need encouragement to persevere.

Are you looking for a Bible reading plan for your devotional time during Holy Week? Here are Bible reading plans from all four gospels.

How do you pray when fasting? Fasting is about more than the food—or lack thereof! When we fast, it's vital to engage the Word of God, stay in an atmosphere of worship, and pray without ceasing.

The Bible tells us to “fear not.” We aren’t overcome by the darkness around us, but we’re called to bring light and life to our communities!

Ready to start Christian fasting as a spiritual discipline? Here are 11 keys so you can start fasting with truth and grace.

Have you ever faced a challenging situation and felt like giving up? I know I have. Whether it's everyday life or during a time of fasting, prayers for strength are vital.

Fasting is a spiritual practice that is thousands of years old and deeply rooted in the Christian faith. Committing time to fasting and prayers is an act of obedience, and transforms you physically, emotionally, and spiritually. 

Find more info on our group 21 day fasting and prayer encounter, happening September 5-26, 2023.

Have you ever read your Bible and wondered what it is to fast and pray? When I first heard about fasting in church, I didn't know anyone who fasted regularly. Although fasting is also popular for health and weight loss reasons, spiritual fasting has been practiced for thousands of years and is about more than your body - it also touches soul and spirit!

Would you like to make daily journaling a habit? Here are 50+ prompts to get you started when you don’t know what to write.

As a Christian, you may be curious about what type of meditation to practice and how to do it. Here’s all you need to know

Every person gets to experience a unique relationship with God. As you spend time with Him, hear His words, and walk in His ways, be confident that you don't need to compare yourself to anyone else.

The M’Cheyne Bible reading plan will take you through the entire Bible in a year: the Old Testament once and the New Testament and Psalms twice.

Have you grown up celebrating the season of Lent in a special way? Or is it something you’d like to start doing? Either way, this blog post's Lent Christian spiritual practices will strengthen your relationship with the Lord and help you in growing your faith–any time of year!

We've all had moments where we can't help but wonder if something is just a coincidence or if it's a divine appointment or sign from God. How do you hear God more clearly? Do you want to know Him better and see Him in all things?

What are the primary types of Christian fasts and what do they mean for us today? Let’s examine the biblical definition of fasting and other fasting terms you may have heard of.

Here are a few reasons why fasting in the months of August, September, or October can help create a fresh Fall start for your spiritual life.

Have you been in a season of transition or change lately? One of the great benefits of fasting is pressing in to hear God's voice. A word from God gives us encouragement, alignment and direction, and we need this spiritual sustenance – especially when we sense something new is on the horizon.

Is this summer more hectic than you imagined? Are you looking for peace and stillness in spite of busy schedules? Time to make this your best summer ever as you draw close to the Lord and decide to press pause, set boundaries, and live intentionally in the moment.

The keys to this battle are staying anchored in the truth, rooted in love, believing the best of others, and being obedient to what God has called us to do. We have the responsibility to filter through and stand against the accusations, slander, and doubt the enemy tries to throw at us, “and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ” (2 Corinthians 10:2).