Bridgetown Audio Podcast For the Sake of Others: For the Sake of the City
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Oct 21, 2024 Dive into a heartfelt journey that intertwines a personal cancer battle with the power of community support, even across borders. Discover how sacrificial love fosters spiritual growth and the pivotal role St. Mary's Abbey plays as both a worship space and community hub. Explore the complexities of urban faith, tackling issues like gentrification while advocating for meaningful engagement. Learn how Jesus' ministry centers on empathy and justice, and see how storytelling can rekindle connections in our neighborhoods, driven by love and reflection.
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Prayers from Iran
- Tyler Staton received a video of Iranian pastors praying for his healing.
- These pastors risked imprisonment and death for their faith.
Mind as Battlefield
- Dallas Willard argues that the mind is the primary battlefield of spiritual life.
- The imagination is where battles are won and then lived out.
Spiritual Formation's Aim
- The aim of spiritual formation is love for others, not personal wellness.
- Love is expressed in prayer, family, among the poor, and within the city.