Practice God’s Presence While You Walk
A workout walk on a lonely canyon road becomes an unexpected spiritual discipline—learning to notice God, release burdens, love others well, and cling to him in ordinary, gritty moments.
Spiritual Disciplines
Spiritual Disciplines helps Christians grow in Christlikeness through habits that shape the heart over time. Explore Bible-based articles on practices such as Scripture reading, prayer, fasting, solitude, Sabbath rest, confession, generosity, and worship. You’ll find practical guidance for building sustainable rhythms, resisting distraction, and pursuing spiritual formation in everyday life—personally and within the church. These resources aim to help disciples cultivate a deeper love for God and a more faithful life that reflects Jesus.
Overcoming Busyness
Busyness can rob Christians of joy and intimacy with Christ. Dave Butts points to Jesus’ “one thing” and shows how learning from Martha—and from Jesus—reorders priorities for peace, rest, and effective service.
Whatever Happened to Stillness and Silence?
In a world full of noise and nonstop activity, silence can feel uncomfortable—but Scripture calls God’s people to stillness. Knofel Staton explores how quiet restores focus, strength, patience, and intimacy with God.
December 18, 2005
The First Christmas Song
Mary’s Magnificat reveals a heart shaped by Scripture. Learn how studying, meditating, praying, and (eventually) memorizing God’s Word can weave biblical language into everyday rhythms and form our responses to life.
Readers Tell How They Spend Time With God (published)
Christian Standard readers share practical, lived-in habits for reading Scripture and praying—using plans, journaling, hymn singing, prayer lists, and prayer walks to build consistent time with God.
Readers Tell How They Spend Time With God (unpublished)
Nine readers share practical ways they spend time with God—through prayer, Bible reading plans, journaling, and accountability. Their habits range from structured notebooks to simple daily rhythms that encourage consistency and reflection.
Their Joy Can Be Ours
Daily devotions that move from duty to delight To read the 23 testimonies shared in this week’s issue is at once to be humbled and encouraged. The examples show everyday believers pursuing prayer and Scripture in practical, disciplined ways. The point is not a regimen driven by guilt, but a relationship that shapes daily life. Everyday people develop creative, disciplined habits for prayer and Bible intake. Guilt-driven devotion tends to fade, but relationship-driven devotion grows. Mary’s lifelong familiarity with God’s Word shaped her faith and praise. By Mark A. Taylor To read the 23 testimonies shared in this week’s issue
Essential for a Satisfying Life
Walter Mischel’s marshmallow experiment shows how self-control shapes long-term outcomes. Discover why self-discipline matters and explore practical ways to strengthen self-control through crisis, learning, and everyday decisions.
Tell Us Your Plan!
Many Christians know they “ought” to read the Bible and pray daily, but still wonder how. This column invites readers to share simple devotional routines and practical helps. Email a paragraph with “devotions” in the subject line by October 3.
Is Ministry Where We Go to Lose Our Sense of True Calling?
A pastor reflects on nearly losing his calling to administrivia and urgency. Using a mountain-rescue “self-arrest” lesson, he offers practical disciplines and boundaries to reclaim prayer, focus, and presence with people.
