The Holy Spirit: Our True North

Our True North is the Holy Spirit. In the vast expanse of the night sky, a single star has guided countless travelers throughout history. The North Star, or Polaris, stands as an unwavering beacon of direction, positioned almost directly above the Earth’s North Pole. While other stars wheel through the darkness in their nightly dance, Polaris remains steadfast, offering a fixed point of reference for those seeking their way (true north). This celestial constant serves as a powerful metaphor for the Holy Spirit’s guidance in our lives. Just as ancient mariners and explorers relied on Polaris to navigate treacherous waters Read More

Mindset Mondays: Practicing God’s Presence

We can never spend too much time practicing God’s presence. In my devotional reading a few days ago, I was captivated by the author speaking about maintaining a life of peace and joy by practicing God’s presence. She said the secret to a life of peace and joy is maintaining an awareness of God’s presence even in the most mundane of circumstances. Even though we often mentally acknowledge that God is everywhere, we are less aware of God with us and in us (Psalm 16:8). We must be intentional in turning to God (in us) over and over again to Read More