Returning from Thanksgiving holidays usually means that Advent is upon us. Advent is the time of the year we prepare to celebrate the Incarnation of Jesus, that moment in history when the second …
Jay’s Blog – Thankful for Grace
Earlier this week, I wrote in my prayer letter that cultivating gratitude is the gateway discipline to intimacy with God and personal holiness. Cultivating gratitude and intentional mindfulness over …
Jay’s Blog – Praying in the Presence
Of all the ways to draw more deeply into the presence of God, nothing beats prayer. Prayer is the most important of the spiritual disciplines, because it’s the primary means by which we commune with …
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Jay’s Blog – Clarity is Kindness
I’ve never met a leader who thought they crushed communication. No matter how good they are at it, every leader thinks they can do it better. In fact, the only leaders I know who genuinely believe …
Jay’s Blog – The Least of These
One of the most powerful ways to practice the presence of God, to abide in him, is to practice the spiritual practice of generosity. Why do I refer to generosity as a spiritual discipline? Shouldn’t …
Jay’s Blog – The Hardest Shalom
This year, our school theme has been “Seeking Shalom.” We have discussed that shalom does not simply mean peace, but mercy, justice, and peace that comes with being in a place of right relationship …