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Recommended by Timothy Willard

Some of my reflections as a Pastor’s kid (PK) and a missionary kid (MK) that grew up at the International House of Prayer (IHOPKC). P.S. I still love Jesus.

A must read for insight into what's going on in the Church world of IHOPKC and beyond. Incisive, spirited, needed.

- Timothy Willard

The Rapt Newsletter

By Justin Camp w/ Rapt

From tech to art to books to habits, our award-winning newsletter is for busy but thirsty people of faith who want to explore widely, live deeply, and encounter God. We curate an essential selection of ideas and resources to usher you into his presence.

Justin & Jenn do amazing work. I've known them for years. Their hearts, their creativity, and their passion for Christ will inspire you along your spiritual journey. Subscribe and enjoy!

- Timothy Willard

Leah Boden || The Collective

Learn, Be Inspired, And Grow - Together || Home of The Collective Community

Leah's work in the homeschooling world is inspiring, thoughtful, and exactly what you need for your homeschooling journey. She's wise, creative, and passionate about shepherding the minds of the next generation.

- Timothy Willard

The Priory

By Karen Swallow Prior

Prayers of Attention

Where else can you get life wisdom, commentary on John Donne, and exposes on the publishing world? Karen's work is important and inspiring. Subscribe, absorbe, enjoy.

- Timothy Willard

One Astonishing Thing After Another

By Wesley Vander Lugt

Despite all the trouble, life is astonishing. History is not merely "one d*mn thing after another" as Henry Ford reportedly concluded, but a surprising, divine drama. I try to follow Mary Oliver's advice: "Pay attention. Be Astonished. Tell about it."

Whatever is Lovely with Lauren Chandler

a space to consider whatever is lovely wherever you are

Stewarding Your Life Well

By Jake Duncan

Stewarding Life Wellness

Lillie Duncan

Reclaiming the sacred and remembering who we are through healing, connection, and story.

Thoughtful, refreshing, deep. Lillie's publication is a ministry of words.

- Timothy Willard

Sean of the South

By Sean Dietrich

Sean Dietrich is a columnist, novelist, stand-up storyteller, and musician, known for his commentary on life in the American South. His work has appeared in Newsweek, Reader's Digest, Southern Living, and he makes appearances on the Grand Ole Opry.

Love Sean's writing. Funny. Inspiring. Heart warming. Check him out!

- Timothy Willard

Mend with Christine Willard

Tending to Heart and Home

Deep. Inspiring. Practical.

- Timothy Willard

EVERGREEN

By Julie Cannon

A community committed to finding and preserving what is good, beautiful, and true.

Encouraging. Thoughtful.

- Timothy Willard

Theological Letters

By Dr. Nathan Jacobs

Dr. Jacobs is an artist turned scholar (of philosophy and religion), turned filmmaker. "Theological Letters" hosts his letters on philosophy, religion, and (occasionally) art and pop culture, written in reply to inquirers over the years.

Thorough. Theologically challenging.

- Timothy Willard

Austin Kleon

Weekly art, writing, and creative inspiration from the author of Steal Like an Artist and other bestsellers.

Creative. Inspiring.

- Timothy Willard

Still Today

By Meredith

a weekly humor column about faith, family, and (sometimes) Saints.

Meredith is a friend and great writer. Read her work and be encouraged.

- Timothy Willard

SOAR with Sara Hagerty

Conversations and writing for the hidden and fenced-in … those feeling hampered by life, but who have that niggling thought: “I think I can still find God, here.”

Reading Sara's words is like stepping into a familiar home. Her wisdom and passion for God will inspire and encourage you along your spiritual journey.

- Timothy Willard

The Path Before Us, with Matthew Lee Anderson

I write about theology and the moral life, which includes reflections on Scripture, the body, honor and reputation, the imagination, technology, and much more.

Thoughtful writing on theology, ethics, and spiritual life. A must read.

- Timothy Willard

From the Vicarage

By Sarah Clarkson

Stories grow. Birds sing. A novel sits ready as the kettle boils. And Evensong rings in the darkness...

Sarah's work is thoughtful, artful, and beautiful. A kind soul and deep thinker in theology and the arts. Required reading.

- Timothy Willard