Young Adult Discipleship: Looking Forward

Young Adult Discipleship: Looking Forward

It was the summer of 2011, and I didn’t know what to do next. I had just graduated from Franciscan University of Steubenville with the plan of coming back to Michigan for a master’s degree in education. But as I filled out the application and thought about the path...
Reclaim the Sabbath: Part Two

Reclaim the Sabbath: Part Two

Below is a story of one person’s journey to observing the Sabbath. We hope this encourages others to consider how the Lord may be calling them to rest with the Lord on the Sabbath, as the Lord undoubtedly calls each of us in similar but unique ways that may change...
Rooting Our Identities in Christ

Rooting Our Identities in Christ

Dear Friends of Renewal Ministries,  Ralph asked if I would share some insights the Lord is giving us that are profoundly influencing the young people we work with. I think some lessons from the annual summer camp we run for middle school boys could prove valuable for...
Raising Next Generation, Spirit-Filled Leaders

Raising Next Generation, Spirit-Filled Leaders

The following post originally appeared in Renewal Ministries’ June 2020 newsletter. Last October, the id team took a few days to pray, evaluate, celebrate, and seek the Lord’s will for our work in 2022. While we anticipated the time would be fruitful and...