In the New Testament, "church" is the gathering of Jesus' followers into a community of support and worship. What actions and practices did they use?
Solitude and Community (Remastered)
In the Gospels, we find moments when Jesus steps away from the crowds for times of solitude to reflect and pray. What value did Jesus find in this practice of solitude, and how has it served his followers over the centuries and across the globe? In this first of three teachings on Christian practices, Tim explores the practice of silence and solitude, considering how to balance it with the equally important practice of community. Tim gave this message at Door of Hope Church in Portland, Ore., on July 20, 2014.
Feasting and Fasting (Remastered)
In the lives of Jesus and the apostles, we discover the twin practices of fasting—that is, withholding food from yourself for an intentional reason for a period of time—and also feasting and celebration in community. What are these practices and how do they work together? In this second of three teachings on Christian practices, Tim explores the meaning of feasting and fasting and why it’s important to have both. Tim gave this message at Door of Hope Church in Portland, Ore., on August 3, 2014.
Praying and Acting
This is the third of a three part series about important spiritual practices that have marked the lives of followers of Jesus throughout history and in all different traditions of the church.