Rediscovering Forgiveness: A Journey Through Easter
As we approach the contemplative season of Easter, marked by reflection and renewal, our thoughts turn to the profound themes of forgiveness, rebirth, and resurrection. The essence of Easter offers a powerful lens through which to explore the transformative power of forgiveness, not just as a theological tenet but as a lived experience that echoes […]
Advent Devotions 2023 – Embracing Joy
In the penultimate week of our Advent devotions for 2023, our focus turns to a theme that sparkles amidst the anticipation: Joy. C.S. Lewis, a master of weaving profound truths into simple narratives, once wrote, “Joy is the serious business of Heaven.” As we approach the celebration of Christ’s birth, let us delve into the […]
Advent 2023 – The Gift of Peace
In the quiet hush of the second week of 2023 Advent, we turn our hearts to contemplate the gift of peace. C.S. Lewis once mused, “God cannot give us a happiness and peace apart from Himself, because it is not there. There is no such thing.” This Advent, as we explore the theme of peace, […]
Advent 2023 – A Journey of Hope
As we usher in Advent 2023, we embark on a journey not just through time but through the profound depths of hope. C.S. Lewis once remarked, “Hope is one of the Theological virtues. This means that a continual looking forward to the eternal world is not…a form of escapism or wishful thinking, but one of […]
Processing Pain and Loss: Understanding How to Heal
Life is a blend of highs and lows, joys and sorrows, triumphs and tragedies. At Epic Life Creative, we’ve journeyed with countless individuals and organizations, helping them navigate these dualities. Today, we delve deep into the art of processing pain and loss, a topic that resonates with many. The Journey of Reflection Every one of […]
Amid the Clamor, Seek the Stillness
“Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Psalm 46:10 (NIV) In the whirlwind of ministry, it is all too easy for pastors and leaders to lose sight of the One who calls us to serve. The demands of leading a […]
Daily Devotionals Made Easy with the Lectio 365 App
Are you looking for daily devotionals that can help you grow spiritually and deepen your relationship with Jesus? Epic Life Creative is excited to introduce you to the Lectio 365 app! This free daily devotional resource, created by 24-7 Prayer International, is designed to help you pray the Bible every day and connect with God […]
Balancing Act: Evangelization vs. Secular Relevance
WALKING ON A WIRE One of the biggest challenges in our calling to spread the Gospel is knowing when to evangelize through words or action. Both, or neither! In our world today, so many are offended by Christianity or any belief that opposes their own. How do we temper bold evangelization with secular relevance? How […]
Your Church Can Simulcast (And Probably Should!)
First of all, what is simulcasting exactly? Simulcasting is not live streaming a regular church service (although your church might want to consider that as well). Simulcasting is when your church streams an event being held somewhere else. Probably the most popular and common example is a youth group Super Bowl party. Youth groups and […]
Remembering to Remember (part 2)
The best part of my life has been and will continue to be God’s awesome faithfulness. One of the biggest roadblocks I run into again and again is my inability to remember God’s awesome faithfulness as soon as I begin to spot a wave coming towards me. [for a few words and a personal story […]