by Sarah Shanahan | Jan 9, 2026 | Christianity, Spiritual Growth
If you are new to the H.E.A.R. Journal, you are in good company. We just started this together last week, and like anything new, there is a learning curve. Some days it will feel natural. Other days, it may feel slow or unfamiliar. That does not mean you are doing it...
by Sarah Shanahan | Jan 4, 2026 | Christianity, Spiritual Growth
Many of us want to read the Bible consistently, but good intentions can quickly turn into rushed reading or checking off a box on a plan. Scripture invites us into something deeper—not just reading God’s Word, but allowing it to shape our hearts and lives. Being...
by Jarod Brooks | Oct 2, 2025 | Christianity, Jarod Brooks, Spiritual Growth
Have you ever dropped something valuable and then felt sick to your stomach when it shattered? Our natural instinct is to sweep up the pieces and toss them. Broken things feel useless, don’t they? Many times, we can’t bring ourselves to throw it away, but we’ll set it...
by Sarah Shanahan | Aug 13, 2025 | Christianity, Discipleship, Spiritual Growth
Chris recently shared in his blog that setting aside distractions is important, as well as creating space to meet with God. For those with ADHD, just sitting still can feel like an Olympic task. Mind-wandering isn’t a bug in your brain—it’s part of how God...
by Chris Vaught | Aug 6, 2025 | Chris Vaught, Christianity, Discipleship, Life, Spiritual Growth
Have you ever tried to spend quiet time with God only to be distracted before you even begin? It can be hard to focus on God when everything else is pulling our attention. The moment you sit down to pray or read Scripture, your phone buzzes. A notification lights up...
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