The Apprenticeship Way with Marc Alan Schelske Looking for God in all the wrong places – Interview with Paul J. Pastor (TAW037)
Oct 12, 2020
Paul J. Pastor, an award-winning writer and editor, dives deep into exploring spirituality beyond the ordinary. He discusses discovering the Holy Spirit and integrating ancient theology with modern experiences. Paul emphasizes emotional and intuitive understanding, critiquing a purely rational approach to God. Listeners learn to find sacredness in everyday moments and embrace God's presence in daily life, urging a richer, more colorful spiritual journey away from traditional worship.
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Integrating Spirit and Nature
- Paul J. Pastor sought to integrate nature-based spiritual experiences with historic Christian theology centered on the Holy Spirit.
- This approach enriched his faith by making the Spirit's presence tangible and relatable in everyday life.
Paul J. Pastor's Spirit Journey
- Paul grew up in a spiritually open family with Eastern practices before converting to charismatic Christianity.
- His faith journey emphasized the Spirit's ongoing presence across nature, culture, and human life.
Holy Spirit in Everyday Reality
- The Holy Spirit works continuously in the natural world, not just through extraordinary miracles.
- Everyday existence and natural laws are themselves manifestations of the Spirit's sustaining presence.
