Why Humpty Dumpty Didn’t Have a Prayer, But You Do

Keith KettenringAncient Paths, Christian Living, The Uncommon Journey

Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall, Humpty Dumpty had a great fall. All the King’s horses and all the King’s men Couldn’t put Humpty together again. [featured-image single_newwindow=”false”] I imagine that when Humpty Dumpty fell, not only did his shell crack beyond repair but his insides got scrambled (sorry!) as well. There was no piecing together a broken yoke and … Read More

What MYSTERY Will Teach You About God…And Yourself

Keith KettenringAncient Paths, Christian Living, The Uncommon Journey

Experiencing God is a mystery. Yes, there are minuscule aspects of God that we can understand – those aspects that God manifests to us. Yet, God is far beyond our understanding. As Thomas Hopko said: “God cannot be known. But, you have to know Him to know that.” [featured-image single_newwindow=”false”] An Invitation to a Mystery  Over the next few posts, … Read More

A Simple Prayer to Give You a Peaceful Day

Keith KettenringChristian Living, Prayer & Fasting, The Uncommon Journey

Here is a simple way to discover more peace in your life. Ask for it. Pray for it to the One who is Peace. Although you are surrounded by endless noise, political chaos, personal troubles, and societal concerns, peace is available. Yet, finding peace in this mess is not easy. But, there is hope. [featured-image single_newwindow=”false”] I pray a prayer … Read More

How to Discover Joy in the Midst of Shame

Keith KettenringAncient Paths, Bible Insights, Christian Living, The Uncommon Journey

The Way of Jesus: Bearing a Little Shame Wretched man that I am! Who will save me from this body of death? –St Paul [featured-image single_newwindow=”false”] I just experienced a recent job change and move to a new state—another wearying “new beginning.” It caused me to reflect deeply on my life over the period of many months. Usually I remember … Read More

Simple Spiritual Practices That Help You Actually Live as a Christian

Keith KettenringAncient Paths, Christian Living, Prayer & Fasting, The Uncommon Journey

Less is more when it comes to living an authentic Christian life. I didn’t always believe this. As a person eager to know God better, I grabbed onto anything I thought would help me – journaling, prayer, meditation, contemplation, study, solitude, Lectio Divina, retreats, and more. I read Foster, Willard, Whitney, Nouwen, Rohr, Peterson and lots of others (all very … Read More

Why Fasting Will Make You a Better Christian

Keith KettenringAncient Paths, Christian Living, Prayer & Fasting, The Uncommon Journey

In my zealousness to know God, I grabbed almost anything I could to help me. I tried multiple “spiritual disciplines.” I read dozens of books. I attended many conferences and seminars. I was a spiritual discipline junkie! How could that be bad? Right? Well, I got really frustrated with all the experimentation and “pick-and-choose-whatever-I-want-approach.” That is, until I realized that … Read More

3 Simple Practices that Counteract Your Pride

Keith KettenringAncient Paths, Christian Living, Prayer & Fasting, The Uncommon Journey

I am a proud person. Pride shows itself in my life most often when I don’t get my way. When someone contradicts me, won’t do what I ask, or says “no” to me, my ugly ego rises and rebels. It doesn’t like to be dismissed. Can you relate? [featured-image single_newwindow=”false”] Do you recognize how self-preoccupied you are? Have you developed … Read More