When we set out to make changes to improve our life, we often miss one of the most important parts - the pace of our life. In this series, we discover the two words that are the answer to loving our life more:
Slow down.
Jesus was the most unhurried yet most productive person on Earth, and when we follow His example, we create the most space for what matters most.
Watch the series on YouTube here.
READING PLANS
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry (5 Days)
Hurry doesn’t just make you weary. It is the great enemy of your spiritual life. In The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, John Mark Comer provides four down-to-earth practices for staying emotionally healthy and spiritually alive: 1) Silence and solitude, 2) Sabbath, 3) simplicity, and 4) slowing. It’s the unhurried Way of Jesus.
Spiritual Disciplines (10 Days)
Do you feel like you are stuck? Do you feel like you've lost your passion and have become stagnant? The antidote to this sluggishness is the constant practice of spiritual disciplines. In this plan we'll talk about 9 spiritual disciplines that are meant to open the way towards spiritual maturity. We hope these basic teachings will be an encouragement and a blessing for you!
Understanding The Sabbath (4 Days)
Most of us are overworked and utterly exhausted, so the concept of Sabbath could not be more important. To honor the Sabbath means to “keep it holy,” and holy simply means “set apart.” Our Sabbath should look different than the other six days of our week. In this Plan, we’ll discuss what it is, what it isn’t, how it looks today, and finding our true rest in Jesus.
BOOKS
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry
By John Mark Comer
"Who am I becoming?"
That was the question nagging pastor and author John Mark Comer. Outwardly, he appeared successful. But inwardly, things weren’t pretty. So he turned to a trusted mentor for guidance and heard these words: "Ruthlessly eliminate hurry from your life. Hurry is the great enemy of the spiritual life." It wasn’t the response he expected, but it was—and continues to be—the answer he needs. In this book, you’ll find a fascinating roadmap to staying emotionally healthy and spiritually alive in the chaos of the modern world.
The Life You've Always Wanted
By John Ortberg
This book offers modern perspectives on the ancient path of the spiritual disciplines. But it is more than just a book about things to do to be a good Christian. It's a road map toward true transformation that starts not with the individual but with the person at the journey's end--Jesus Christ.
PODCASTS & VIDEOS
Why and How to Pray (Video)
It's really easy to overcomplicate prayer. Here are some helpful tips to keep it simple!
Getting More Out of Your Prayer Life (Video)
Okay, so you've learned how to pray but aren't sure if you're connecting with God. How can you get even more out of your prayer life? Watch this short video from The Ridge to find out how.
Why and How to Start Reading the Bible (Video)
How can you get started reading the Bible? Here are a few helpful tips!
Getting More Out of the Bible (Video)
The Bible is a pretty big book, so it's less intimidating to approach Bible study when you have a plan. This video will show you a few ways to get more out of your Bible reading time.
Simplicity: Fight Hustle, End Hurry (Podcast)
Tune in this week as John Mark and Jeff chat about simplicity. And how we can cultivate it as followers of Jesus.
Slowing Down: Fight Hustle, End Hurry (Podcast)
Tune in this week as John Mark and Jeff chat about slowing down. What it is, what it isn't, and why it's important to followers of Jesus.
Sabbath: Fight Hustle, End Hurry (Podcast)
Tune in this week as John Mark and Jeff chat about sabbath. What it is, what it isn’t, and why it’s important to followers of Jesus.
Silence: Fight Hustle, End Hurry (Podcast)
Tune in this week as John Mark and Jeff chat about silence. What it is, what it isn't, and why it's important to followers of Jesus.