Preston Trail Blog

The Lord's Prayer is not a formula to be recited but a profound framework for all of our communication with God. When we slow down and pray each phrase with intention, allowing the Holy Spirit to sear...  Read More

Instead of praying to a distant, reluctant deity, Jesus teaches us to approach God as a caring Father who wants what is best for us. This changes everything about the way we pray and relate to the div...  Read More

Here’s the thing, Jesus knows our hearts can be tricky. We might put on this whole "holier than thou" act outwardly, but inwardly, we're just craving that sweet, sweet approval from people. Jesus call...  Read More

Unlike hypocritical religious shows, authentic biblical fasting always produces real-life fruit. God shapes our character, prompts us to help others, and allows spiritual breakthroughs to happen. The ...  Read More

In one of his most challenging teachings, Jesus commands his followers to love their enemies and pray for those who persecute them (Matthew 5:44). This edict on how to treat our opponents goes against...  Read More

Kindness means being honest in all parts of our lives. So let's commit to speaking truthfully. Whether at work, home, or anywhere else, let's speak with honesty and kindness. And when we're tempted to...  Read More

Divorce is painfully common today. When it happens, it raises hard questions around what scripture teaches. In Deuteronomy 24:1-4, Moses permits divorce as a concession, given the cultural realities o...  Read More

Advent is a season where we prepare our hearts for the birth of Jesus and is a time for you dive deeper into God's word during a meaningful and often busy season. It is our desire to provide opportuni...  Read More

Many of you are wondering how you can be praying for Israel and the Middle East. As Christians our attention easily turns first to the people of Israel, and rightly so for many reasons. But we also re...  Read More

When we drift from God’s purpose for our lives, we need to be redirected. When we’re distracted, God has instructions on how to realign ourselves to do his will....  Read More

The beginning of a new year is an opportunity to set new goals and have new perspectives. It is important to have a vision for the new year that is spiritual and eternal. ...  Read More

John, the apostle who wrote the book of Revelation, wrote three short letters that are before Revelation in the Bible. In 1 John 4, he unpacks the concept of love. As we open up first John 4:8, we rea...  Read More