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The Crossway Podcast
On the Crushing Guilt of Failing at Quiet Time (Kevin DeYoung)
Sep 6, 2023
Kevin DeYoung, senior pastor and professor, talks about the guilt of failing at quiet time and the importance of daily devotions. He highlights the misconceptions surrounding this practice and emphasizes the value of content and purpose in prayer. He also discusses the parallel between investing time and effort in marriage and one's relationship with God, offering encouragement to those struggling with guilt in their spiritual practices.
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- Regular prayer, meditation on God's word, and instruction of children in the ways of the Lord are important aspects of a Christian's spiritual growth.
- Setting realistic expectations and prioritizing a genuine relationship with God is more important than rigid adherence to specific devotional practices.
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Importance of cultivating a daily devotional habit
Kevin DeYoung shares his personal journey of establishing a daily devotional habit and acknowledges its positive impact on his spiritual growth. He emphasizes that while the Bible does not explicitly command a daily devotional time, it does presume regular prayer, meditation on God's word, and instruction of children in the ways of the Lord. Kevin encourages Christians to cultivate spiritual disciplines such as prayer and Bible reading, while reminding them not to measure their discipleship solely by the minutes spent in devotions. He highlights other ways to engage with God, including corporate worship, listening to sermons, engaging in spiritual conversations, and participating in family activities centered around the Word of God.
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