ORT Shorts Ep. 278: Open and Relational Prayer
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Sep 26, 2025 Dive into the transformative power of prayer with insights from Gayle Hansen Browne's work. Discover how determinism can challenge the effectiveness of prayer and how open relational theology revitalizes it, allowing genuine change through human cooperation. Explore three pillars of contemplative action—love, relationality, and embracing an open future—that redefine how we engage with prayer in everyday moments. This discussion promises to inspire a new perspective on living prayerfully.
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Prayer's Power Depends On An Open Future
- If the future is already decided, prayer seems pointless because no actions can change outcomes.
- Open and relational theology argues the future holds real possibilities, so prayer can matter.
Pray Then Act In Cooperation
- Look and listen for how God nudges you so your prayers can prompt real contributions.
- Bring needs to God and then cooperate with the opportunities God opens to effect change.
Three Pillars Of Moment-By-Moment Prayer
- Living prayer is moment-by-moment contemplative action grounded in love, relationality, and an open future.
- These three elements motivate, enable discernment, and create opportunities for transformation.
