A prayer inspired by the woman at the well Lord Jesus, thank You for teaching me the rhythms of the day. I treasure midday because it’s a chance to take a break from my work. Often it’s a chance to enjoy fellowship with friends and a great meal. Sometimes, I close my eyes and take … Continue reading It Is Midday: A Prayer
Category: Practicing Presence
Is Your Quiet Time Quiet?
We all need quiet time. It helps us reset. It gives us a chance to simply sit with God, no plans, no thoughts, just being. Quiet time refreshes us, reduces stress, tunes our spiritual hearing. Quiet time is life-renewing. Jesus modeled quiet time. Luke 5:16 tells us, “Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed” … Continue reading Is Your Quiet Time Quiet?
Praying with Jesus
"In the morning, while it was still very dark, he got up and went out to a deserted place, and there he prayed." -- Mark 1:35 (NRSV) This is one of my favorite Bible verses about prayer. I love it because it's a reminder that Jesus went off to be by Himself to pray. It's … Continue reading Praying with Jesus
Centering Prayer
Centering prayer is one of my favorite ways to spend time with God. It's a time to just sit and be still in the presence of God. Not talking or listening. Just being. We seldom spend enough time just sitting quietly. Every part of us needs that stillness - body, soul, spirit. Even more so, … Continue reading Centering Prayer
Adventures with God 