A Trip to the Thrift Store
I just needed a break from the busyness of my life, but God had other plans.
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Advent & Christmas-tide Seasonal Devotions
Advent: Promise of Peace
The season of Advent is by far my favorite time of year. It’s not the arrival of Christmas music, parties or gift exchanges, but the richness that unfolds through the holistic story of God making His way to us in the midst of our sin and darkness that makes this season so special. Advent is the gift of God’s love story fulfilled and it will never be cliche. Each week I will share a specific…
Guest pilgrims sharing their story
Whiplash: Bangladesh to Dubai
Whiplash verb. jerk or jolt (someone or something) suddenly, typically so as to cause injury. A reflection by David Forshee after visiting the displaced Royhinga in Bangladesh Laying in bed with a pounding headache and broken heart I tossed and turned. It had been a long day that spanned two countries with settings that were worlds apart. My day started in a 15-passenger van filled with missionary kids and a doctor…
Prayer Life
Defining the Prayer Relationship
Reflection after spending time cultivating a life of prayer. Time for a DTR (Defining the Relationship) We’ve all been in relationships where we need a specialized moment to define the intentions or establish guidelines. Though a bit comical, I hope this prayer journey has been like a DTR with God. A time for God to define who you are through His eyes; space for Him to establish His rule in your heart, and give you…
Prayer Life Spiritual Formation
Shhh…Let’s practice Silence
Week 2: Making space for silence in your life For the first few weeks back in the United States after living in China, I’d lay awake with my eyes wide open unable to settle. When the morning came I’d struggle to rustle out of bed. You may be thinking it must have been jet lag, or because I didn’t sleep till late. Truth be told, it was just too quiet. Too still. The night sounds…
