A four-day devotional designed to encourage those facing chronic illness.
Author: Eric Targe
Christ Follower | Husband & Best Friend of Rebecca | Father of World's Cutest Kids | Pastor at Park Community Church Near North
Firstborn
A poem inspired by the Christ Hymn of Colossians 1. Jesus is the firstborn over all creation, the firstborn of Mary, and the firstborn from the dead.
The Wreath
A poem reflecting on Jesus’ explanation of the narrow door.
The Banquet
A poem based on Luke 14, and Jesus’ perspective of our banquets.
Brightening a Dim Christmas
Despite our best efforts to restore the brightness of Christmas we crave. Most “joy-bringers,” when chased, reveal themselves to be Christmas killjoys.
Friend-Shipwrecked
Deep friendship is essential in an increasingly isolated world. Cultivate friendships through time, curiosity, and vulnerability, enriching life and combating loneliness.
Forgiveness ≠ Reconciliation ≠ Restoration
“Forgiveness”, “reconciliation”, and “restoration” are not synonyms, they are separate actions that might entail the healing of a relationship, but the three are not necessary components of one another.
Why We Pray
There are diverse motivations for prayer, from seeking medical benefits to fostering relationships. Prayer is about developing a relationship with God, who cares for humanity. Ultimately, prayer involves persistence, faith, and understanding God’s timing.
40-Day Lenten Devotional
A 40-Day Lenten Devotional through the Gospel of John written in partnership with another pastor from Park Community Church.
Are You Relationship Ready?
7 characteristics you should look for and seek to personify before you start a romantic relationship.
Love, Life, and Liturgy 