Late last year noted pastor, Thom Rainer came out with a book entitled, “When the People Pray: An Invitation to Pray for Your Pastor and Revive Your Church.” I haven’t actually read the book (yet), but I do remember listening to a podcast interview with the author. He described experiencing a time of depletion and discouragement in his spiritual life which culminated in him asking his congregation for prayer support right from the pulpit. The book, then, was an outflow…
A devotional by Pam Benedict. For months, millions of people prepared. They bought specialty items from grocery stores, analyzed weather forecasts, and planned travel routes with Google maps. They read articles, listened to podcasts, and tuned into science programs. Those far away bought airline tickets and booked Airbnb’s, so they could be closer. Schools canceled classes, businesses closed early, and adults took the day off. In a time characterized by polarizing opinions, this was something everyone could agree on… this…
22 The Lord said to Moses, 23 “Tell Aaron and his sons, ‘This is how you are to bless the Israelites. Say to them: 24 “‘“The Lord bless you and keep you; 25 the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; 26 the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.”’ 27 “So they will put my name on the Israelites, and I will bless them.” Numbers 6:22-27 We’re caught in another rainy pattern this week, aren’t we? It seems like the rain will never stop. We’ve had over 2…