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Video Update: Two Big Announcements

Friends, Happy July 4th to all of you in America as we celebrate freedom this weekend! And...I have two announcements to share with you. What are they? You'll have to watch this week's video to find out! In Love, John

Video Update: God's Consolation

Friends, I'm recording this from a river. Being here is so life-giving. It's the perfect setting to talk about God's consolation and grace. In this week's video, I share about a gift from God that will help you pray against the chaos storms and oppression of the enemy. I think you'll find it a beautiful rescue for your heart this summer. Offered in Love, John

Video Update: Wandering Thoughts

Hi Friends,Did you know we have around 60,000 thoughts a day? That's a lot of ideas running through our mind...and unfortunately, about 80% of them are negative. In this week's video, I offer ways to counter that as you go about your day.In love,John

Video Update: Early Morning Walk

Friends,I love summer in Colorado. Time in nature nourishes, heals, and replenishes us in so many ways. In this week's video, I share more while on a recent morning walk.Offered in love,John

Video Update: The Ladder of Love

Friends,Stasi joins me this week for really special announcement! The Ladder of Love is an exquisite new women's event happening later this year. Watch this week's video for more about the retreat—including important registration and timing details!Offered in love,John & Stasi

Video Update: What to Say in Difficult Conversations

Last week, I shared what mature love looks like when dealing with difficult people and hard conversations. That message struck a chord with many of you! So in this week's video, I offer some additional intriguing insights on how to love well in tricky situations.In love,John

Video Update: What Mature Love Looks Like

Hi Friends,How do we love those around us maturely when we see things that we can't ignore? It's not loving to let them carry on in their blind spots ... but we also can't always just say what we see. So what are we to do?Offered in love,John

Video Update: Do It Anyway

Friends,It's been a long week. Filled with really good things, but also draining. Can you relate? In those moments, the temptation is to just check out. In this week's video, I share a better option.Offered in love,John

Video Update: The Joy of Generosity

Hi friends,In this week’s video, I share some thoughts on generosity and the joy of helping people and projects in need.Offered in love,John

Video Update: Big News About the Pause App!

Hi Friends,I have two new exciting things to share with you—a men's event this summer and (this is huge!) a brand new offering in our Pause App. Find out all the details in this week's video!In love,John

Video Update: A Different Approach to Summer

Friends,Happy Friday! What are you going to do with your summer? It's coming soon...at least for those of us in the northern hemisphere. In this week's video, I offer thoughts on how to pursue the possibilities with God.In love,John

Video Update: Breakthrough and Healing

Friends,We experienced such immense breakthrough during last week's Wild at Heart Retreat. God is on the move. The healing of the human heart is happening. And as allies of this ministry, you are a part of it all!In this week's video, I want to share a glimpse into this gathering...including a time of worship with men from all over this world.Offered in love,John

Video Update: What to Do When Chaos Accelerates

Friends,I hope you're enjoying the longer days and the beauty of spring's arrival.In this week's video, I offer some counter-intuitive advice on the acceleration of chaos in the world...and how that impacts us. The big lie is that the more we know, the more we can control. But that's simply not true.In a moment like this, it's far more important to be a student of our hearts, fears, and longings. Because while we can't control the future, we can draw near to God and what he's up with us...and the world.Offered in love,John

Video Update: Abiding with God in the Chaos

Friends,Talk about furious opposites! From being in the beauty and solitude of the desert last week to recording this week's video from an Atlanta airport car rental center where I'm running late for an event.It's not as easy to experience communion with God in the chaos of delayed flights and pressure, but we can choose to stay in God and release everything to him...no matter the situation or setting.Offered in Love,John

Video Update: The Healing Power of Nature

Hi Friends,I think you're going to enjoy the unique location of this week's video. It's the perfect setting to talk about the difference in deserts and space stations. The contrast between the two illuminates our need to regularly get out of the artificial and immerse ourselves in the natural world. I also share a simple exercise for how you can have more immersive experiences.Offered in love,John

Video Update: The Wrong Question About a Busy Life

Hi Friends,Spring is finally here in Colorado. Yeah, there's still the occasional snow, but Spring is here and I couldn't be happier.Over the past several weeks, I've been doing a ton of interviews around the release of my new book—Experience Jesus. Really. While every conversation is unique, I often get asked some variation of this question: How do I fit more of Jesus into my already busy life? The counter-intuitive answer is we have to start with Jesus, and everything else in our day must bow to that. I share what that looks like in this week's video.Offered in love,John

The Seductive Lie of Control & a Peek into My Office

John's Weekly Video Update

Hi Friends,I want to share a bit about life here in my office. It's where I record many of these weekly messages, and it's also where we filmed the Experience Jesus. Really. video series. I'll tell you how you can watch them for free.I also have some fatherly council on the seductive lie that knowing is security...or that it somehow gives us more control over our lives. It's a false sense of well-being that isn't helpful in our journey to becoming ordinary mystics.Offered in love,John

The Hidden Danger in Seeking Approval

John's Weekly Video Update

Friends,I have a personal story to share that happened this week during the release of my new book, Experience Jesus. Really. But before I do, I want to thank you for your encouragement and help in launching this profound message. So back to my story. In this week's video, I share how Jesus rescued me from the poison chalice of this world. It's a timely reminder about how essential it is to continually turn to Jesus and center our identity in him alone.Offered in love,John

What Most People Are Missing in Their Faith

John's Weekly Video Update

Friends,The transition to longer days and more sun is taking place here in Colorado. And I love it!I also love that Experience Jesus. Really. releases this Tuesday, March 4th! It is so much more than a book launch. This a beautiful Kingdom invitation into the refuge, strength, and wonder of God that will prove a lifeline to countless people. In this week's video, I share more about that as well as announce a special March 4th livestream I hope you can join us for.Offered in love,John