Some images of the Holy Spirit feel big and dramatic, wind, fire, clouds, but oil is one of those quiet metaphors that sneaks up on you with how deeply it fits real life.
Novelist and journalist Christine Gunderson joins Julie Lyles Carr for an insightful conversation about the forces that drive us to do more more more for our kids and why it could be time for a reset.
As we look at the Holy Spirit through the image of fire, we’re reminded that God’s presence doesn’t consume us but transforms us, refining our faith in ways we often only understand in hindsight.
Prayer is the sacred way we draw near to God, building trust and relationship as we speak and listen to Him.
If you’ve ever caught yourself doom‑scrolling, multitasking your quiet time, or avoiding stillness, this conversation will feel uncomfortably familiar in the best way.
As we look at the Spirit through the images of cloud and wind in Scripture, we see that God’s presence both guides and moves us in ways we could never orchestrate on our own.
The Holy Spirit, the very breath of God, is one of those gifts that doesn’t just tell us who God is but gently shows us, hovering, ordering, and inviting us to pause long enough to receive.
The Samaritan woman’s story shows that no one stands outside the reach of God’s invitation.
Even Jesus was amazed at times, especially when He encountered simple, humble faith that trusted His authority completely.
Living the Christian life on our own quickly reminds us how much we need God’s presence. That’s why Jesus promised the Holy Spirit…