It's one of the LEAST observed practices from Jesus' teachings, but it can be life-changing for those willing to go for it. FASTING.

In this almost 30 minute (extended) episode, we look at the history of fasting, we look at why we would actually practice it, and what happens when we do.

DISCLAIMER (included in the podcast) - This is NOT a call to self-harm or self-punishment, and it is not a permission or encouragement for those with genuine eating disorders or body-image struggles. If you have questions or need help, please reach out.

How did Jesus take time in solitude?

What is the difference between this and isolation?

Why was the wilderness such an important location in Scripture?

How can we learn from the quiet?

All these questions and more are answered in this content-filled study on solitude and silence.

We relaunch the podcast and this series studying through the examples Jesus set in the way to live.

This week, we talked about Sabbath and simplicity.

Many of these ideas and resources are taken from Practicing the Way by John Mark Comer and the same website:

practicingtheway.org

5.15.2024 Weekly Recap

This week we discussed a challenging topic: Anger.

What does Jesus teach about anger? Are what He says (Matthew 5) and what He does (Matthew 21) different?

How do we reconcile the teaching of Jesus, and how do we live in light of them today?

5.1.2024 Weekly Recap

This week we continue our series looking at what Jesus had to say about generosity and sacrifice.

4.24.24 Weekly Recap.

We have had 3 "foundational" studies to prepare us for this practical training. This week we dove into the idea of forgiveness...

How did JESUS talk about it, what did that mean for those He was speaking to, and what does it mean for us today?

3.14.24 Weekly Recap.

We finish up our series talking about what it means for Jesus to be the "New Adam."

There are 3 main things that we tackle this week:

1.) Have you believed the Gospel?

2.) Do you rest in the forgiveness you've been shown?

3.) Do you still live for the things you've died to?

3.6.2024 Weekly Recap.

This lesson covers parts of Hebrews 4, Hebrews 7, and Hebrews 9.

In these passages, we see what it means for Jesus to be our High Priest. We see that He walked where we walked, He is King and Lord of all, and He has made us one with Himself.

2.28.24 Weekly Recap

We talk about God's holiness, our sinfulness, and Christ's perfect sacrifice for us.

This series will set the stage for Easter Sunday, as we reflect on what some of these things actually mean.

1.11.24 Weekly Recap.

We look at the Sermon on the Mount, The Last Supper, and The Fruit of the Spirit..... and we see what all of it has to do with us today.

It's always important when studying Scripture to do so in CONTEXT. This lesson is a helpful look into what that means and how to do it.