Spurgeon’s 15 Tips for a Deep and Effective Prayer Life
Kevin Halloran
(Article) Read Spurgeon's own words as he gives advice on how to pray better.
Habits of Grace: Enjoying Jesus Through the Spiritual Disciplines
David Mathis
(e-book) Hear his voice. Have his ear. Belong to his body. Three seemingly unremarkable principles shape and strengthen the Christian life: listening to God’s voice, speaking to him in prayer, and joining together with his people as the church. Download this free e-book, study guide, and 5 day email course today!
Fasting for Beginners
David Mathis
(Article) A good overview to understand and practice fasting.
A Simple Way to Pray Every Day
Nick Aufenkamp
A simple model using the Lord's Prayer as a guide for daily time with God.
Resolutions Are Not Enough
David Mathis
New Year’s resolutions can be an important first step, but they are a far cry from real, lasting change. But by focusing on a few changes instead of many, resolutions can result in significant growth.
Pray the Bible
MatthewHenry.org Need some direction on how to start praying or a new idea to keep praying? Here's a resource...
The Most Neglected Spiritual Discipline
Thomas Christianson If you’re new to the idea of fasting, allow me to share some thoughts with you about how this Lent season can be a helpful, beneficial opportunity for you rather than simply an unpleasant experience.
7 Ways to Fight Distraction During Prayer
Gavin Ortlund I’ve been trying to pray more this year. But prayer does not always come easily to me. I often find (can you relate?) that I sit down to pray with the best of intentions, only to suddenly catch myself, a few moments later, daydreaming about yesterday’s conversation, tomorrow’s meeting, or next week’s vacation.
The First 15 Bible Verses a Christian Needs to Memorize
Scott Slayton If you are a new Christian, young Christian, or have never memorized Scripture, these are the first 15 verses and short passages I would commit to memory.
A Simple Way to Spend 45 Minutes a Day With the Lord
Mark Altrogge There is nothing more important than spending regular time with the Lord. Find a time that works best for you and try to establish a consistent habit. Give this little system (or some variation of it) a try and you will find you can easily spend 45 minutes with the Lord.
A Place to Start for Spiritually Stuck People
Paul Maxwell I’m spiritually stuck. We are stuck people. We get distracted, pulled down, undone. God feels distant and irrelevant. Dane Ortlund says, “You are not abnormal. So relax. We all go through this from time to time.”
Bible Reading Plans for 2016
Nathan Bingham Many Christians take the beginning of a new year to evaluate their Bible reading habits, and then change or begin a Bible reading plan. For your convenience, we’ve compiled a list of Bible reading plans for you to choose from.
The One Must-Read This Year
John Piper I have never called any book a “must-read” except one, the Bible. I suppose that’s because I take the word “must” so seriously. I mean, “Must,” or you perish. “Must,” in order to make it to heaven.
Stopping Before You Start: 6 Possible Objections to Reading the Bible in a Year
Melissa Kruger Today, I’m going to spend some time considering possible objections. I know you have them. I have them too. Every time I begin a Bible reading plan, I find myself apprehensive. I just don’t want to do it. So, let’s take some of the objections that might be spinning around in your head (and mine) and go through them.
Fruitful Vines: 7 Reasons to Read the Bible in a Year
Melissa Kruger We’ll look at some of the specific benefits that happen as we delve into the entire text of the Bible, seeking to answer the question: Why is it helpful to read the whole Bible in the course of a year?
Daily Bread: 8 Reasons Why You Need It More Than the Think
Melissa Kruger Therefore, in the hope of persuading you to enjoy the best feast in town, I’m planning to spend the next few weeks sharing about why reading the Bible in a year is a worthwhile pursuit.