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LIVING SCRIPTURES is an ongoing series that explores how the Holy Spirit inspired the Scriptures within their original historical, cultural, and literary contexts and then invites Him to illuminate and apply these truths today.

1-MINUTER REFLECTIONS is an ongoing series featuring short, personal reflections that offer encouragement, perspective, and practical wisdom for cultivating life and relationships.


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We have several series of subjects we've discussed in our blog. These series include:

LESSONS FROM THE GARDEN In this series, Lacey reflects on everyday experiences in the garden — exploring how planting, pruning, cultivating, and simply paying attention can reveal meaningful lessons about our relationships with God, ourselves, and others.

RECOVERY In this series, Nathan reflects on his own recovery journey while comparing recovery and Christian cultures — exploring both to better understand and apply grace toward ourselves and others.

REFLECTIONS In this series, Nathan reflects on personal experiences, observations, and questions — exploring how the ordinary and unexpected moments of life can help us better understand our relationships with God, ourselves, and others.


Recovery: Rock Bottom & Coming to Oneself – Part 2 October 19, 2026Nathan SteelRecovery: Rock Bottom & Coming to Oneself - Part 2What can the father in Jesus’ story teach us about allowing consequences without using suffering to force someone to change?

1-minute Reflection: What Does It Take to Come to Yourself? October 16, 2026Nathan Steel1-minute Reflection: What Does It Take to Come to Yourself?Sometimes growth begins when we stop avoiding reality and become willing to see ourselves honestly. Like the prodigal son, clarity can lead us toward healing.

Recovery: Rock Bottom & Coming to Oneself – Part 1 October 12, 2026Nathan SteelRecovery: Rock Bottom & Coming to Oneself - Part 1Recovery calls it “hitting rock bottom,” while Jesus describes someone “coming to themselves” — two perspectives that reveal the role consequences can play in change.

1 Minute: Are You Keeping the Peace or Avoiding Conflict? October 9, 2026Nathan Steel1 Minute: Are You Keeping the Peace or Avoiding Conflict?I've spent plenty of time avoiding uncomfortable conversations and calling it “keeping the peace.” But I've learned that quiet relationships aren't necessarily peaceful ones.

Reflections: Expecting Something Different October 5, 2026Nathan SteelReflections: Expecting Something DifferentWhat if God’s blessing isn’t the promise of favorable circumstances, but His provision for becoming healthy and whole regardless of what happens?

1-Minute Reflection: Are Sobriety and Freedom the Same Thing? October 2, 2026Nathan Steel1-Minute Reflection: Are Sobriety and Freedom the Same Thing?Being in recovery has taught me that avoiding destructive behaviors isn't always the same as experiencing freedom. Sometimes the most meaningful growth happens beneath the surface.

Reflections: When God Is Disappointing September 28, 2026Nathan SteelReflections: When God Is DisappointingWhat happens when God doesn’t do what we believed He would? Disappointment can reveal the difference between trusting God and trusting our expectations of Him.

1-Minute Reflection: Are Sobriety and Freedom the Same Thing? September 25, 2026Nathan Steel1-Minute Reflection: Are Sobriety and Freedom the Same Thing?I've learned through my own recovery that painful consequences don't automatically produce change. Sometimes rock bottom reveals what we've been avoiding, but what happens next is still our choice.

Reflections: Releasing the Outcomes September 21, 2026Nathan SteelReflections: Releasing the OutcomesWe can be responsible for our choices, obedience, and effort without taking responsibility for outcomes we were never meant to control.

1-Minute Reflection: Could Life Without Jesus Be Better? September 18, 2026Nathan Steel1-Minute Reflection: Could Life Without Jesus Be Better?I've often wished I could have walked alongside Jesus. But something he told his disciples has challenged how I understand the incredible gift of the Holy Spirit.