On Second Thought “Pray without ceasing” (1 Thessalonians 5:17). At first reading, Paul’s command feels impossible. We picture a monk withdrawn from the world or someone walking the streets whispering constant petitions. Yet when we pause and read Psalm 5:1–3 alongside it, something richer emerges. David says, “Give ear to my words, O Lord, considerContinue reading “Breathing Between the Moments”
Tag Archives: Christian prayer life
Rooted and Remaining
As the Day Begins “If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you.” — John 15:7 When Jesus speaks of abiding, He uses language of dwelling, remaining, continuing. The Greek word is menō—to stay, to remain, to make one’s home.Continue reading “Rooted and Remaining”