Learning to Rest
So much to do, so little time. Each evening some of us lay our heads on our pillow and attempt to sleep guilt-free as we leave an unfinished to-do list.…
ICRS interview of Heidi McLaughlin – author of Restless for More
Dear Friends -- It's going to be an AMAZING AUGUST! Each Friday during this month, I will share interviews with those I connected with at ICRS in Cincinnati, Ohio. I am so excited to share this compelling interview with my dear friend, AWSA sister, Heidi McLaughlin. Heidi is currently launching her third book, Restless for More: Fulfillment in Unexpected Places.
Here is how Heidi describes her new book: "We are driven to find life’s greatest meaning and joy. But we have lost our way. The truth is, we’ll never find our deepest fulfillment through more pursuits, accomplishments or doing more. We’ll find it through an intimate, loving relationship with God and through healthy and loving connections with others."
Finding Rest in God’s Love
One of the best things about the Lead Like Jesus Encounter is the unique experience it brings for growth in leaders. It works because leaders take time out for positive self-care as they uncover brand new ways to further practice God's presence. Through solid Bible teaching, group interaction and vulnerable activities, participants are encouraged to become engaged and to explore fresh ways to grasp a deeper understanding of the passion of God.
Finding Rest in God's Love
As leaders, we can't learn enough about forgiveness. Here's a reminder from an experience as I Facilitated a Lead Like Jesus Encounter. God loves us too much to leave us…
Come Unto Me
It’s finally Friday. What are you looking forward to? Taking a break from your "normal" routine? Splurging with all kinds of food you haven’t eaten because of your diet? Taking…
Soul Rest
With my coffee mug in hand and Bible in my lap, I’d been praying circles around family issues. All of a sudden, the sunrise interrupted my pathetic prayers announcing its…
Reset Your Rest Button
It's hump day—commonly known as Wednesday. Take a minute, stop, and evaluate yourself. Do you need to reset your "rest button"? Find out how here.
Learning to Rest
So much to do, so little time. Each evening some of us lay our heads on our pillow and attempt to sleep guilt-free as we leave an unfinished to-do list.…
Soul Rest
Last week I took a much-needed break from technology. For a few days, I fasted from using my cell phone; that meant no calling or texting family or friends. I…