In this activity, we use the Lord’s Prayer as a template for looking to God and depending on him for our core needs. When Jesus instructs his disciples to pray, he reminds them to beware of two dangers: praying to impress others and praying to impress God. Instead, he calls his disciples to pray in...
Month: May 2024
Part 4: Quiet
This is Part 4 of our Let the Thirsty Come retreat series, which highlights different aspects of spending extended quality time with God. God calls us to come and be still, and this invitation flows from God’s mighty power – not from the stillness of our surroundings or circumstances. Even in the midst of troubles,...
Isaiah 55
In this message based on Isaiah 55, Josh introduces the heart of the Abiding Waters ministry, and the necessity for all believers to be daily coming to Jesus.
Imagining with a Text
God’s Word overflows with imagery that enriches our understanding and our engagement with who God is and what he is communicating to us as his children. As sons and daughters of our abundantly creative God, he has given us the unique ability of imagining and picturing scenes and interactions that are not physically present before...
Part 3: Creativity
This is Part 3 of our Let the Thirsty Come retreat series, which highlights different aspects of spending extended quality time with God. We have a beautiful and creative heavenly Father, and he has made us creative as a reflection of part of his character and image. In this month’s devotional, we explore the richness...