

E844 | What Is God Up To in Your Life? - Part 3
20 snips Oct 6, 2025
In the concluding part of the series, John and Blaine discuss how to discern what God is focusing on in our lives. They emphasize the importance of intimacy with God rather than just seeking answers. A three-step process is introduced: contemplation, conversation, and action. Listeners learn how to regain focus through contemplation, interpret journaling insights, and stay engaged in deep conversations with God. The hosts also highlight the significance of gentleness in approaching God and encourage actionable steps for transformation.
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Teton Vacation That Sparked Wonder
- John describes a family Teton vacation that derailed despite much prayer and planning.
- He reflects on asking what God was up to amid multiple breakdowns rather than blaming prayer or failure.
Contemplation Is A Recoverable Skill
- Contemplation is the learned capacity to pay attention outside yourself and notice God's expression.
- The modern world erodes this skill by training us to eject and distract quickly.
Practice A Technology-Free Gaze
- Do a technology-free activity you enjoy and notice one beautiful thing to rebuild the gaze of contemplation.
- Use tools like the Pause app to practice lingering attention and a long, loving look at the real.