Gratitude & Joy Resources
Gratitude & Joy Resources
Did you know that God designed us so that we run on gratitude and joy? Check out these resources to take steps to become a healthier follower of Jesus by practicing gratitude and joy daily!
When One You Love Is In the Dark
When One You Love Is In the Dark
Depression —and mental illness in general— feels particularly scary to many of us, and we don’t know where to start. Here are some practical things you can do to help those who are depressed around you.
Hopeful Lament
Hopeful Lament
Lament is about giving grief a way to be expressed so it doesn’t end up doing violence to us or those around us. In that way, lament is a life-affirming gift! Many of these practices are also appropriate for those dealing with things like anxiety and depression as well.
Be Kind to Yourself
Be Kind to Yourself
The ways we talk to ourselves about the things that are bugging us are part of a practice of self-kindness. As we learn new ways of dealing with the moments of difficulty in each day, we make space for the moments of joy to take greater hold of us!
Lectio Divina
Lectio Divina
Lectio divina means “spiritual reading” and is a slow, rhythmic reading and praying of a Scripture passage. It’s a way to move Scripture from the head to
the heart. The goal of lectio divina is to deeply experience the truth of a small amount of Scripture, not to gain lots of information.
Prayer of Examen
Prayer of Examen
The Prayer of Examen is a powerful prayer where we’re invited to encounter God, express gratitude for the gifts of each day, and commit to moving forward in His grace and joy!
Praying Scripture
Praying Scripture
What is a simple solution to the routine of praying about the same old things? The simple, biblical solution is to pray through a passage of Scripture. When you do this, you’ll pray about the same old things, but in new ways!
A Simple Way to PRAY
A Simple Way to PRAY
Prayer is communication with God. Everyone who desires to love God is called to pray. Let these four guidelines help you in a developing a meaningful time of prayer with your Father!
Prayer 101
Prayer 101
At times, prayer can seem overwhelming or complicated! Well, we want to help you learn more about prayer and answer some of the frequently asked questions!
Lectio for Families
Lectio for Families
Lectio for Families is a free daily devotional that helps families explore faith through conversation and prayer together! It features daily Bible readings, a weekly memory verse, engaging questions to pause and talk about, and prompts for reflection and prayer. Families can either listen to the audio content together or read it as they pass the device to each other.
Pregnancy Resources
Pregnancy Resources
If you’re struggling with pregnancy or infertility, you don’t have to face it alone. There are resources and people to help you get you started on your path to healing and restoration.
Mental Health Resources
Mental Health Resources
If you’re struggling with youe mental health, you don’t have to face it alone. There are resources and people to help you get you started on your path to healing and restoration.
Grief Resources
Grief Resources
If you’re struggling with grief, you don’t have to face it alone. There are resources and people to help you get you started on your path to healing and restoration.
Doubt Resources
Doubt Resources
If you’re struggling with doubt you don’t have to face it alone. There are resources and people to help you get you started on your path to healing and restoration.
Domestic Violence Resources
Domestic Violence Resources
If you’re facing domestic violence, you don’t have to face it alone. There are resources and people to help you get you started on your path to healing and restoration.