Summit, Spirit, Sky: connect to Creator, community and creation!
Summit, Spirit, Sky: connect to Creator, community and creation!
Day 13 — Peace as Inner Integration Scripture: Philippians 4:7 — “The peace of God, which is beyond all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.” Reflection: Peace arises —in part— from integration of mind, body, spirit. Peace becomes an outcome of the Spirit’s connective presence within us. Let that abiding aspect of Godself[…]
Day 12 — Peace in Creation Scripture: Psalm 23:2 — “You let me rest in grassy meadows; you lead me to restful waters.” Reflection: Nature restores us to spiritual alignment. Peace is ecological as well as personal. How can you connect with creation and rediscover the peace of the world outside and around you? Practice: Spend at least five[…]
Day 11 — Peace That Heals Division Scripture: Ephesians 2:14 — “Christ is our peace; in Christ, the dividing wall of hostility has been torn down.” Reflection: The gospel is always anti-division, anti-violence, anti-hate. Christ dismantles walls. Where are the barriers in your life? Your relationships? Your perceptions? Your own being? Practice: Reach out to someone with whom you’ve[…]
Day 10 — Peace That Frees Us from Fear Scripture: Isaiah 41:10 — “Don’t fear, for I am with you; don’t be afraid, for I am your God.” Reflection: Fear constricts the spirit. Peace is God’s gentle widening of our hearts again. In all times and places, God goes before us and remains with us. We[…]
Day 9 — Peace in the Storm Scripture: Mark 4:39 — “Jesus woke up, rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, ‘Peace! Be still!’” Reflection: Peace does not mean the absence of storms. Rather it promises that God’s presence abides within times of turmoil, conflict, chaos and tension. Practice: Notice a place in your life[…]
