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Bridgetown Audio Podcast

The Surprise of Silence

Jan 1, 2024
43:26
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Explore the ministry of the Spirit and its greater glory. Reflect on the impact of marriage, family, and church. Discover people's aversion to solitude. Reflect on solitude in contrast to our fast-paced culture. Cultivate interior silence and practice silent prayer. Explore the transforming power of encountering God's presence. Embrace leadership roles in different generations and extend wisdom and blessings.
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Quick takeaways

  • Silent prayer allows us to behold Jesus and be transformed by his presence.
  • Silence and solitude in contemplative prayer leads to divine therapy, better thinking, and union with God.

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Union with God in Silence and Solitude

In this podcast episode, the speaker explores the importance of silence and solitude in the Christian tradition. The comparison between the old and new covenants is made, emphasizing the freedom and direct access to God that we have through Jesus. The practice of contemplative prayer, specifically centering prayer, is discussed as a way to focus our thoughts on God and experience divine therapy, better thinking, and the realization of our union with God. The speaker invites listeners to prioritize being with God, becoming like God, and doing what He did. They emphasize the transformative power and healing that comes from encountering God's presence in silence and solitude.

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