Companion Podcast Roger Bretherton (Part 2 of 4)
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Aug 1, 2024 In a thought-provoking conversation, Dr. Roger Bretherton, a Professor of Psychology at the University of Lincoln, explores practicing the presence of God with Jonny Hughes. They discuss blending charismatic and contemplative spiritual practices to enhance daily connections with the divine. The duo delves into mindfulness and its intersection with Christian contemplation, emphasizing the power of community and spirit-led preaching. Through personal anecdotes, they underscore the importance of being present and cultivating genuine spiritual connections amid modern distractions.
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God Is The Ground; We Are The Wiggly Line
- God is already the ground of presence and we are the restless, wiggly line trying to meet him.
- Relaxing into presence often reveals God more than frantic striving does.
Practice Centering Prayer Twice Daily
- Practice centering prayer by lifting your heart to God with a humble stirring of love and watching distractions pass.
- Use a simple sacred word (e.g., God, love, bless) to return and wait for attention to settle.
Repentance As Constant Returning
- Repentance is a continual return to awareness and love of God, not only dramatic confession.
- Small, repeated returns are the normal human pattern and central to spiritual life.
