What are we practicing? The world's practices, as good as they might be, can only take one so far without the power of the Spirit and God's love. All life-giving practices originate with the Lord God. He created us to walk in fullness of joy. In his presence, as we practice the art of abiding in the vine, we can dwell in the spacious place we are designed to dwell in. DESPITE the trials and suffering in this world. We can overcome and have the peace and love and joy that are ours in Christ Jesus.