I have had the pleasure and displeasure of seeing many aspects within the life of a church. One thing I am certain of, we are sustained and redeemed by the grace and mercy of God alone. Every leader, including myself will fail.
Category: Faith & Formation
Reflections on following God in real life—calling, ministry, obedience, leadership, and the slow work of spiritual formation.
He Means It
Have you ever experienced a moment in your life where it feels like it went from peaceful to chaos really fast? Yeah? Me too. I want to…… Read more “He Means It”
lost prayers
Lately, I have been thinking a lot about prayer. Asking myself if my life shows that I believe that prayer has the ability to change things. The…… Read more “lost prayers”
Needing People
My name is Jessie Childs and I am a recovering people pleaser. I have often struggled to voice my opinions and not get lost in the opinions of others. I love helping people and being what they need, and especially love helping them feel understood, but often struggle to be vulnerable in allowing others to be what I need.
I can trust him?
Hey there lovely reader–thanks for showing up and sharing this space with me! Words have always been a safe place for me—whether it be filling up pages…… Read more “I can trust him?”
Yes I will
This past Sunday, one of the few Sundays I have left as a staff member at my current church, the worship band sang one of my favorite…… Read more “Yes I will”
the honor of listening
Have you ever had a conversation with someone that sticks out a part from all the others? A line, a phrase, or a monologue even that reverberates…… Read more “the honor of listening”
Finish the Race.
Often, people ask me how my job is going. That is a common question to ask. A normal question. Yet, I often have a hard time articulating…… Read more “Finish the Race.”
Peculiar Treasure 