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Noticing God Within Our Longing with A.J. Swoboda

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Feb 12, 2025
A.J. Swoboda, an associate professor at Bushnell University and author of The Gift of Thorns, dives into the complexities of human desire. He discusses how consumerism leads to overwhelming cravings, urging listeners to embrace waiting as part of their spiritual journey. By reflecting on biblical narratives, he encourages a balance between surrender and active longing for God. Swoboda emphasizes the importance of recognizing fleeting desires versus deeper spiritual fulfillment, guiding us towards healthier engagement with our longings through faith and dependence on the Holy Spirit.
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INSIGHT

Acknowledge Desires

  • We must acknowledge our desires to change them.
  • Unacknowledged desires hinder healing and growth.
INSIGHT

New Heart, Not Reformed

  • We need a new heart, not just a reformed one.
  • Disciplines and practices help, but God performs the miracle.
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Powerlessness and Change

  • Humans cannot change their hearts independently.
  • True change starts with admitting powerlessness, like in AA.
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