Why you need play as a spiritual practice
"Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you’ll learn to live freely and lightly." (Jesus, in Matthew 11:30) Sunday, I sat on [...]
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Shabbat Shalom
Shabbat Shalom. Sabbath Peace. I hope you experience it this weekend. This week I got a very nice letter from a reader named David. He's a physician, husband and father, and shared some of his [...]
Free Breathe study guide!
Is your life hectic? Hurried? Worried? I've got a freebie that might help with that. My book Breathe steps you through Jesus' invitation, in which he says, "Come to me, you who are weary and [...]
Free e-book copy of Breathe
Many of you remember my 2005 book Breathe. I know some of you continue to use it as a resource for small group discussions or your moms' ministries, or just to remind yourself to slow [...]
The empty table (and some thoughts on filling it)
As a treat to myself on a fall afternoon, I pull out my trusty Le Creuset dutch oven. At 3 in the afternoon, I chop onions, garlic, rosemary, and parsnips; brown beef ribs marbled with [...]
The Spiritual Practice of Play by Keri Wyatt Kent
One of my favorite spiritual practices is one you don’t hear much about: the practice of play. But it seems an appropriate topic to consider during summer. Play is an important part of what I [...]
BOOKS
When we live hurried and distracted, we miss the chance to experience the intimacy we long for. GodSpace offers clear, practical guidance, mixed with wit and warmth. Embrace the inconvenience of meeting God in [...]
SPEAKING
Speaking Topics Keri Wyatt Kent is a gifted, experienced teacher who communicates spiritual truth in a down-to-earth, authentic way. Audiences connect with her honest stories, and receive practical guidance on how to find God [...]
Hungry for rest
Best Christmas hymn lyric: "the weary world rejoices." It was kind of a theme at our house during the holiday season. We went a little slower, a little simpler. The tree decor, minimalist; the meals, [...]
Taking a breath before Advent
This year's shopping season may have started before the turkey leftovers fully cooled, but we have almost a week before Advent officially begins this Sunday. Rather than get caught up in the frenzy, take a [...]