One of the effects of the COVID-19 situation is that some new words have become part of our “normal” vocabulary. For example “flattening the curve” and “social distancing” are terms that become a regular part of our communication. Another word that is not new but is being used with greater frequency is the word “essential”. We have heard about essential businesses, essential workers, etc.

With all that in mind I have been wondering about what are some essentials for following Jesus during this season of unrest. I believe there are many things that are good, but might not be essential. Here are four essentials:

stress and anxietyJoe ScruggsMay 13, 2020presence, essential, prayer