Holding the Line Without Hardening the Heart
Standing for what is right matters. Truth matters. Order matters. But so does how we stand. Conviction rooted in self righteousness hardens the heart. Conviction rooted in humility steadies it.
How Spiritual Direction and Science Work Together for Stress-Free Living
How Spiritual Direction and Science Work Together for Stress-Free Living In today’s fast-paced world, stress is a constant companion that doesn’t need a dedicated month to remind us of its presence. We face stress year-round, whether it’s the pressure of balancing work and family, managing health challenges, or even redefining ourselves in times of change. […]
How to Find a Spiritual Director: A Guide for Deepening Your Faith Journey
How to Find a Spiritual Director: A Guide for Deepening Your Faith Journey Engaging on the journey to find a spiritual director is a transformative experience, especially for those at a spiritual crossroads. Whether you’re deepening your connection with God, navigating life’s challenges, or nurturing your faith, this path is integral to your spiritual growth. […]
Navigating Life’s Journey with a Spiritual Director: A Guide for Women Over 40
Navigating Life’s Journey with a Spiritual Director: A Guide for Women Over 40 I’m reminded of the beautiful complexity of life’s journey, especially as a woman over 50. We’ve seen miracles and marveled at the wonders of science. We’ve lived richly, loved deeply, and yet, at times, felt an unsettling void where our faith used […]
Promise 1
Promise 1 “The Lord will fight for you while you keep silent.” April 7, 2018 When I get confronted with a battle that feels undeserved, where undoubtedly I’ve put my best foot forward, and yet I am still blamed or judged negatively, my defenses flare. My gut reaction is to put up my dukes and […]
Promise 2
Promise 2 “Even now, take your stand and see this great thing the Lord will do before your eyes.” 1 Samuel 12:16 NASB After times of incredible victory, there always seems to come a season of stretching, pruning, or growth. The truth is, it’s a real struggle to be joyful and grateful in those seasons because they are painful […]
Book Reflection on The Way of the Heart
Book Reflection on The Way of the Heart Kenna Bynum Wife, Mother, Spiritual Director, Soul Care Facilitator, Writer, Speaker, Teacher August 20, 2018 The Way of the Heart by Henri Nouwen is a book that poses the issue of our current society’s bent toward domination and manipulation, particularly in the area of spirituality and religion, as well […]
Book Reflection on Renovation of the Heart
Book Reflection on Renovation of the Heart Kenna Bynum Wife, Mother, Spiritual Director, Soul Care Facilitator, Writer, Speaker, Teacher April 7, 2018 In a world where “individual desire has become the standard for everything.”, Dallas Willard, in Renovation of the Heart, writes about transformation of the spirit into the character of Christ, which is counter intuitive to […]
Book Reflection on Invitation to a Journey
Book Reflection on Invitation to a Journey Kenna Bynum Wife, Mother, Spiritual Director, Soul Care Facilitator, Writer, Speaker, Teacher April 7, 2018 The book, Invitation to a Journey by M. Robert Mulholland Jr., is a great source for anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual journey. It verbally diagrams the perpetual cycle of a holistic spiritual life connecting personal, communal […]
