Reader, Last week, I wrote about the soul, describing it as the part "where you commune deeply with God, and he teaches you about who he is and who you are." Every single person has this part inside them. But just because we have that part does not mean we're enjoying deep communion. When you're not connected with your soul, the path of your life becomes clouded. Real meaning and purpose elude you. So, how do you cultivate that connection? Jesus promised that if we draw near to him, he will...

Reader, This series of Advent emails is admittedly countercultural. In a season that bustles with activity, we’ve invited you to sit in silence. In a season that glitters with flashing lights and bright colors, we’ve asked you to face your inner darkness. In a season filled with echoes of “Happy holidays!”, we’ve dared you to wonder, “What if Jesus doesn’t show up?” At times, it might feel like we’ve invited you to behave like the ascetics of old—devout men and women who pursued radical...

Reader, Last week, we invited you to reflect on your life and name the darkness you need Christ to break into. But what if he doesn’t? You probably weren’t expecting that question. As American Christians, we rarely encounter heavy thoughts like that. We’re willing to entertain doubt, but only as a theoretical possibility—one we can ponder from the safety of our favorite armchair. When we were kids, however, it was a different story. Childhood fears often feel all-consuming. Since they lack...