A Surprising Spiritual Benefit of Fasting: Preparation for What’s to Come
We experience a major spiritual benefit of fasting even if God answers no to what we’re praying and fasting for. Through fasting, God prepares us for what’s to come. Fasting […]
Our Identity in Crisis
From the moment we open our eyes and cry out for the first time, life sets us on this winding road where we begin trying to figure out who we […]
Our Identity in Christ
Many within the church where I (Michelle) serve have adult children who are not walking with the Lord. The children were raised in the church, had daily family devotionals growing […]
Our Identity and the Enemy
I don’t even like capitalizing the word “enemy” in the title of this article. I get that it is an important word in the title, thus we capitalize said word, […]
Do You Believe What God Says About You?
The world around us seeks to shape our identity into one that is unrecognizable from the one Christ gives us. It’s tempting to exchange the biblical truth of who God […]
What Works in Disciple Making? 10 Answers from People I’ve Discipled
At core, I’m a disciple maker. I believe Jesus’ Great Commission to “make disciples of all nations” (Matt. 28:18-20) is a command on my life to walk beside women as […]
Prayer & Fasting: Real Life Theology with Renée Sproles
Renée Sproles sat down with Michael Eagle, co-author of “Prayer & Fasting,” and his wife, Michelle. Together, they discussed the spiritual benefits, as well as the difficulties you may have […]
Thinking about an Extended Fast? Lessons Learned from My Gen Z’er
Extended Fast — Community, Conviction, Direction Participating with church or friends sustains resolve, even from a distance, as shared Scripture and stories strengthen obedience during fasting. As prayer deepens, the […]