When “Called” Isn’t Enough

When “Called” Isn’t Enough

These are the generations of Aaron and Moses at the time when the Lord spoke with Moses on Mount Sinai. 2 These are the names of the sons of Aaron: Nadab the firstborn, and Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. 3 These are the names of the sons of Aaron, the anointed...
A Disciplined People

A Disciplined People

As Christians, how we settle, how we war, how we camp, and who we surround ourselves with matters in the order of things. The way we structure our lives (our rhythms, our relationships, our worship) reveals what and who sits at the center of our hearts. God doesn’t...
When Obedience Feels Like Risk

When Obedience Feels Like Risk

Yesterday I finally shared publicly about the new book — after being a little hidden and MIA for a while — and the response was incredible. So much encouragement, so much love, so many kind words. And I panicked. Not because I’m worried about sales. Not because I’m...
A Time to Heal

A Time to Heal

“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.” — Ecclesiastes 3:1 What happens when you’re injured and don’t even know it?What happens when you’re hurt but don’t have the luxury to stop, because too many people count on you, or...
Pressing Pause to Listen More Closely

Pressing Pause to Listen More Closely

If you have been checking in, waiting for the next podcast episode, browsing the site, or wondering where I have been, I want to share something tender, weighty, and holy with you. This past weekend, we announced to our church family that we are stepping away as lead...