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Missionary Letters

The Wise Ones, the Christmas Star, and the Gifts Our Heavenly Parents Offer

by Jonathan Haws
Missionary Letters

Multiply, Replenish, and Renew: Christ’s Pattern for Sustainable Discipleship

by Jonathan Haws
Missionary Letters

Waking Up Spiritually Through Listening: Seeing Christ in Others’ Stories

by Jonathan Haws
Illustration of a person seeing Jesus in the mirror, symbolizing Christian reflection and discipleship. We should strive to be reflecting Christ through example.
Missionary Letters

Let Them Choose, Let Me Shine: Reflecting Christ Through Example

by Jonathan Haws
Missionary Letters

Lengthen the Cords, Strengthen the Stakes: A Call to Inclusion

by Jonathan Haws
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Missionary Letters

From Solitude to Community to Ministry: Living Christ’s Pattern

by Jonathan Haws
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Parenthood Self-improvement

Nurturing the 4 Pillars of Well-Being for a Fulfilling Fatherhood

by Jonathan Haws
Missionary Letters

The Wise Ones, the Christmas Star, and the Gifts Our Heavenly Parents Offer

As I’ve been thinking about the Christmas story this year, my mind keeps returning to the “wise men”—or maybe better said, the wise ones—who came seeking the Christ child. The scriptures only mention men, but I have a hard time believing that seeking Christ was ever limited to one gender. …

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Missionary Letters

Multiply, Replenish, and Renew: Christ’s Pattern for Sustainable Discipleship

Lately I’ve been thinking about the commandment to “multiply and replenish the earth.” We usually hear it in the context of having children, but it’s so much broader and deeper than that. To multiply is to increase—to put energy, goodness, and light into the world. And to replenish is to restore—to refill …

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Missionary Letters

Waking Up Spiritually Through Listening: Seeing Christ in Others’ Stories

Lately I’ve been reflecting on the idea of waking up—not just physically, but spiritually. Many faith traditions use this metaphor. In Buddhism, awakening (or bodhi) is the very heart of the path—seeing reality more clearly and living with compassion. In Islam, the call to prayer itself is a daily invitation …

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Illustration of a person seeing Jesus in the mirror, symbolizing Christian reflection and discipleship. We should strive to be reflecting Christ through example.
Missionary Letters

Let Them Choose, Let Me Shine: Reflecting Christ Through Example

I’ve been reflecting on something Mel Robbins calls the “Let Them Theory.” At its heart, it’s about taking back the power we often give away when we try to control the choices, actions, or responses of others. Instead of letting their behavior dictate our peace, we “let them” walk their path—and at …

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Missionary Letters

Lengthen the Cords, Strengthen the Stakes: A Call to Inclusion

This week I heard some really cool thoughts on a podcast I was listening to. They were centered around being “on the edge of inside,” which at face value can be taken as a scary place to be – like you are on your way out (of the church, or …

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Missionary Letters

From Solitude to Community to Ministry: Living Christ’s Pattern

I recently came across some writings from Henri Nouwen, a Dutch Catholic priest and writer, that deeply resonated with me. He teaches that true discipleship is about creating space for God to work in our lives. In fact, the very word discipline comes from this idea—ordering our lives in such …

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Parenthood Self-improvement

Nurturing the 4 Pillars of Well-Being for a Fulfilling Fatherhood

As a dad, your responsibilities are numerous and demanding. From providing for your family financially to being emotionally present and supportive, the role of a father can be both fulfilling and overwhelming. To help you lead a life of excellence, success, and joy, it’s essential to focus on your well-being. …

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Parenthood Self-improvement

The Power of Mindfulness and Stillness: A Journey to Improved Well-Being for Fatherhood

In this post, we delve into the topic of mindfulness and stillness, and how these practices can greatly benefit our overall well-being. We discuss the four pillars of well-being – physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health – and how mindfulness and stillness can positively impact each of these areas.

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Outdoors Parenthood Self-improvement

The Benefits of Shinrin-yoku for Dads: Finding Balance and Well-being in Nature

Allow me to introduce or reintroduce you to the art of shinrin-yoku, a Japanese term that translates to “forest bathing.” It’s a simple concept of taking time out in nature, immersing oneself in its beauty by going for slow and mindful walks in forests, parks, or any quiet space. The …

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Self-improvement

Maximize Your Potential: The Benefits of Weekly Planning to See Better Results

Weekly planning is a habit I have started into this year and have found it to be immensely beneficial. Many life coaches, productivity gurus, and others tout the power behind a solid plan — especially regularly planning your days and weeks. In this post, I’ll walk you through my typical …

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Hello! I'm Jonathan

I am a devoted family man and enjoy going on adventures with my wife and four children. My deepest desire is to be the best husband, father, and friend I can be by inspiring a love for life, a connection with nature, and a willingness to let God prevail.

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