I’m spending the day at White Oak Conference Center for a one day planning retreat – no interruptions, time to think and focus. I try to do this once a month and it’s a huge help. After lunch today I sat in a rocking chair while reading a few articles on marriage for the upcoming… Read More »
Study Retreats & Listening To God
Jesus often withdrew from the crowds by retreating to the mountains to be with His Father. This week I’m at the beach on a study retreat so I can be with our Father. I’m listening to His voice. I’m reading scripture and books, writing notes and ideas, meditating and thinking, praying and walking. I’m seeking… Read More »
Reading God’s Word @ the Lake
It’s warm here in east Tennessee and the water on Cherokee Lake is calm. The setting is relaxing and beautiful. That’s the way I like it when I’m on a study retreat. The quiet calm of nature with few distractions. It allows me to focus on God’s Word and prayerfully listen to the Holy Spirit… Read More »
Spiritually Burned Out
I spent yesterday @ White Oak Conference Center and during lunch I met a youth pastor from a Baptist church in the Spartanburg area. He was there for a few days of personal spiritual retreat, the first time he’s ever done anything like that. Said he really needed it. He was tired physically, emotionally, and… Read More »