Be inspired as Christian adventurers & storytellers get real about spiritual growth, daily spiritual practices, and favorite books, podcasts, and resources.

San Francisco Penninsula
Joined August 2020
"Doubt is as real as faith, and probably as common. In fact, I’d argue that doubt is a key element of mature, meaningful faith. Doubt keeps us honest." -Paul Prather ⁠ Read "Off-Kilter on Purpose: How God Grows You Through Doubt" raptinterviews.com/articles/…
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Today, @chuckdegroat shares about his journey from ministry hurt to ancient contemplative spiritual practices and what he’s doing now to further his union with God. Only at Rapt. Read more of Chuck's thought-provoking interview: raptinterviews.com/features/…
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Today, @john_starke and @jenastarke sat down with Rapt and shared how they keep Sabbath while raising four kids, leading Apostles Church in Manhattan, and writing books. Read more of John and Jena's thought-provoking interview: raptinterviews.com/features/…
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"When our work becomes the source of our meaning, we slowly turn our desktops into altars, our deadlines into liturgies and our promotions into sacraments. Work becomes a temple and achievement our god." -John & Jena Starke raptinterviews.com/articles/…
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Recently, Ruth sat down with Rapt and shared what’s coming next for her as she steps away from active leadership responsibilities, how she’s harvesting the fruit of the last 25 years of her life and why community is essential to spiritual transformation. raptinterviews.com/features/…
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"I was bone-weary after two decades of pastoring. If nothing else, 21 days away from my phone would offer a much-needed digital detox. I figured the effect on my central nervous system alone would be worth the monkish austerity." -@johnmarkcomer raptinterviews.com/articles/…
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Nona Jones is an author, preacher, business executive and entrepreneur who dedicates her life to helping others know Jesus. Join us as Nona shares all her favorites — from food to spiritual habits to life-changing resources! raptinterviews.com/features/…
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"We are the most entertained, overstimulated, hyperconnected and profoundly lonely generation in human history. We’ve traded presence for productivity, community for content and face-to-face friendship for the algorithm’s recommendations." -@iansimkins raptinterviews.com/articles/…
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🎧 17 Christian podcasts people are talking about right now, and they're actually worth your time. We pulled listener data and ratings from Apple, Spotify, and Podchaser to build a list you can trust with your precious time. Full list 👉 raptinterviews.com/17-podcas…
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Today, @bobbie_schae shares about the beauty and shadow side of being an over-committer and how she enjoys the Sabbath by joy stacking things that bring her life. Read more of Bobbie's thought-provoking interview: raptinterviews.com/features/…
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"Ever been moved to tears by beauty without knowing why? That's God's love breaking into your smallest moments." -Timothy Willard Read "A Tidal Race: God’s Immensity Squeezing Into Your Days" raptinterviews.com/articles/…
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Rapt sat down with Jennie Allen to chat about faith, life and how God is moving in her right now. She shared with us how she fights not to pass down a mindset of striving to her children and pulls back the curtain on how revival is breaking out all over. raptinterviews.com/features/…
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"But the question in biblical worship is never if God will show up, but if you will. He has issued the call and set the table; will we be at the banquet?"-@AdrielTweets Read "God Already Set the Table. Will You Come?" raptinterviews.com/articles/…
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🎬 9 faith-based films for your next movie night that viewers love AND critics respect. We checked IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, CinemaScore, and the Dove Awards so you don't have to pick between "inspiring" and "well made." Full list 👉 raptinterviews.com/9-films
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Today, Graham Joseph Hill shares the physical exercises that pave the way for prayer and the four things that help him fend off the grip of depression. Read more of Graham's thought-provoking interview: raptinterviews.com/features/…
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"This invitation isn't meant to be demeaning; rather, it serves as a message offering relief from burdens we aren't meant to carry." -Bobbie Schaeperkoetter Read "Be Still, Even With a Calendar Like Yours" raptinterviews.com/articles/…
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The conversation below is an encouraging one. From Nana’s beef potpie to walking off anxiety to life-changing encounters only the Holy Spirit could’ve orchestrated — Rapt asked, and @dannahgresh answered. And we’re excited to share it all with you. raptinterviews.com/features/…
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"Left to ourselves, we'll almost always drift toward comfort, convenience and self-protection. We convince ourselves we're doing just fine spiritually, even when we're miles off course." -@GrangerSmith Read "The Woods Calm You. The Church Keeps You." raptinterviews.com/articles/…
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📚 12 Christian nonfiction books everyone's reading right now — and actually rating well. We checked bestseller lists (NYT, ECPA, USA TODAY, PW) against Goodreads and Amazon ratings, so you don't have to pick between "popular" and "good." Full list 👉 raptinterviews.com/12-books
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Today, Kensi Duszynski shares what her favorite meal says about her, how she escapes the anxiety-perfectionism-burnout cycle and how she’s finding renewed passion through creative writing. Read more of Kensi's thought-provoking interview: raptinterviews.com/features/…
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