This time last week, I watched as paramedics loaded my mom into an ambulance and rushed her to the emergency room. It was one of those moments that feels almost unreal; the kind of scene you might see on television, except you’re suddenly living it, and your world feels like it’s being turned upside down.Continue reading “Where Does Your Help Come From?”
Author Archives: The Devotional Guy™
The Devotional Guy™ is a blog written by Rainer Bantau helping Christians think biblically and live purposefully in a complex and changing world.
The Battle for Our Attention
Last night, as Terri and I were having dinner at a local Italian restaurant just down the street from us, she noticed a couple sitting nearby who were eyes deep into their phones, missing the opportunity to simply enjoy each other’s company. Our phones are just one of the ways we live distracted and struggleContinue reading “The Battle for Our Attention”
Wisdom Wednesday | Daily Wisdom Practices
Over the years, I’ve found wisdom in daily life is less about knowing a lot and more about living well with what you know. Wisdom shows up in our ordinary choices, relationships, and responses. Listen before speaking Wisdom is curious. It asks questions, seeks understanding, and does not rush to judgment. James reminds us that weContinue reading “Wisdom Wednesday | Daily Wisdom Practices”
