silence and solitude

Silence and Solitude

Do you ever set aside time for silence and solitude? People who know me would tell you that I’m a people person and an extrovert. I am energized by being around other people. I love to interact with them, especially other believers.  I spend most of my time in the day around students, faculty, or family members. I’m either teaching …

Prayer

God Hears Prayer

Have you ever thought about what a blessing it is that God hears the prayers of His children? Regarding the Lord’s attention to our prayers, Peter wrote, For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and his ears are open to their prayer. But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil. 1 Peter 3:12 …

don't worry

Don’t Worry, Pray

In his letter to the church in Philippi, Paul encouraged these believers not to worry but to pray. He wrote, Don’t worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7 (CSB) Paul …