Faith in Flow – Life as a Christian Yogi
This series is written for Christian yoga practitioners and spiritually-curious readers who wish to integrate their Christian faith with a deeper, more intentional yoga practice. It will also speak to individuals who practice yoga but seek a faith-centered framework that connects movement, mindfulness, and spirituality in everyday life.
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Faith in Flow- Niyama: Santosha
“I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty… Continue reading
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Faith in Flow- Niyama: Ishvara Pranidhana
“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” Matthew 6:34 (CSB) Ishvara Pranidhana, the 5th Niyama – instructs me to “surrender to God.” This can be as easy… Continue reading
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Faith in Flow- Niyama: Svadhyaya
“Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom” – Lao Tzu The 4th element of Niyama in yoga is Svadhyaya, which translates to “self-study” or “self-reflection”- I make a commitment to honoring the constant change that naturally happens in… Continue reading
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Faith in Flow- Niyama: Tapas
“The man who does not give up when tests come is happy. After the test is over, he will receive the crown of life. God has promised this to those who love Him.” James 1:12 The 3rd element of Niyama… Continue reading
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Faith in Flow – Asana
How I Show Up in the World – Asana Asana is the physical posture taken in yoga. So when “yoga” is mentioned, it is the postures that initially come to mind: How you move in your body. How you connect… Continue reading
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Faith in Flow – Pranayama
God’s Breath in Our Lungs: Adding Pranayama to Daily Life Pranayama is often described as the practice of intentional breathing. Prana means “breath,” and yama means “restraint.” Together, this practice points to a mindful relationship with the breath God has… Continue reading
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Faith in Flow – Brahmacharya
Brahmacharya is defined as Right Use of Energy. It is all about intentional living. This is one of my most studied Yamas in the 8 limbs of yoga because I believe that all I have and all I do is… Continue reading
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Faith in Flow – Yama: Asteya
Asteya, the third principle in the Yama means “non-stealing.” As the Yamas directly correlate with other moral codes, like the Ten Commandments, it is important to study this yoga philosophy as a nuanced rule of life. Of course, not taking… Continue reading
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Faith in Flow- Yama: Satya
Satya, the second principle of Yama, centers on the concept of truth. At first glance, this moral guideline appears straightforward and simple to uphold. However, I find it to be a nuanced challenge in both my yoga practice and my… Continue reading
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Faith in Flow – Yama: Ahimsa
The first limb of yoga, Yama, is about restraints or observances. Biblically, these align with the Ten Commandments and feel rather like “common sense” or Integrity 101. But I want to dive into the more subtle meanings of non-harm in… Continue reading
Recklessly Hopeful 