The Intentional Parents Podcast The Boring Years, Spiritual Formation in the Shadows, Beneath the Routine, and Praying the Ordinary
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May 14, 2025 Explore the beauty of the ordinary in parenting as Brook and Elizabeth highlight how mundane tasks can become sacred moments. They discuss overcoming guilt in prayer, emphasizing sincerity over perfection. Discover how to integrate breath prayers into everyday life, transforming routine into spiritual practices. The hosts share humorous anecdotes from chaotic mornings, reminding you that divine encounters can emerge from the chaos. Embrace the spiritual significance of daily actions and find peace amidst parenting's challenges.
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God in Ordinary Moments
- Ordinary daily tasks are where God invites us to pray and practice presence.
- God delights in joining us in mundane moments like dishes and diapers, not just dramatic ones.
Disappointment and God's Presence
- Elizabeth shared how feelings of disappointment can make us question God's presence in the ordinary.
- She encouraged leaning into those feelings and inviting God into them for spiritual growth.
Use Breath Prayers Daily
- Use breath prayers as quick, simple prayers throughout the day.
- Start with short prayers like "Come Holy Spirit" to cultivate a prayerful posture anytime.
