328: [Formed.] Ruth Haley Barton on Silence and Solitude, Ordering Your True Desires, Why Sabbath Isn't a Day Off, and Why There Are No Emergencies with God

Feb 8, 2023

Ruth Haley Barton, founder of the Transforming Center, talks about silence and solitude, ordering true desires, why Sabbath isn't a day off, and why there are no emergencies with God. She explores the role of desires in our lives, the significance of practicing Sabbath meaningfully, and the importance of staying connected to your desires.

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Introduction

00:00 • 4min

Being in Touch with Spiritual Desires

04:30 • 4min

Starting from Desire and Seeking God

08:53 • 2min

Sabbath: A Gift and Commandment

10:53 • 25min

Understanding Urgency as a Tool of the Enemy and Recognizing its Source

35:32 • 2min

The Importance of Establishing a Healthy Rhythm

37:33 • 16min

Staying Connected to Your Desires

53:09 • 4min

Expressing Gratitude, Previews, and Invitations

56:51 • 3min

In today's conversation, Ruth Haley Barton is here to talk about silence and solitude, ordering your true desires, why the sabbath isn't simply a "day off," and why there are no emergencies with God. Ruth Haley Barton is the founder of the Transforming Center, a ministry dedicated to strengthening the souls of pastors, Christian leaders, and the congregations and organizations they serve. A sought-after teacher, retreat leader, and trained spiritual director, Ruth is the author of numerous books and articles on spiritual life.

I hope you've enjoyed the spiritual formation series thus far. If you've missed an episode, go back and listen to episode 326 with Richard Foster and episode 327 with Jamie Winship. We've spent time talking about why we need to slow down, why humility is the preeminent virtue in life, why transformation requires surrender, and so much more. And as I said last week, if you want a visual recap of the series, follow me on Instagram @00ChrisCook. Every week, I post a visual carousel of key thoughts and quotes from each guest.

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