Podcasts about Jesus Prayer

St. Isaac speaks with the voice of one who has tasted what he teaches. His words carry both severity and sweetness, and at their heart lies a single call: to love God with such singleness that all else is left behind, and to find rest in Him alone. He begins by speaking of reading. For the one who prays, reading is no small companion. Instead of being filled with scattered memories and impressions of the world, the soul, when nourished by Scripture, finds within itself a treasury for prayer. The words of God become recollections that rise up during stillness, offering the mind holy material with which to converse with God. Sometimes these recollections themselves are so sweet, so overwhelming, that they silence the heart entirely and leave the soul motionless before God. Reading thus becomes a doorway into the mysteries of prayer—not as an exercise of intellect alone, but as communion, as a sacrament of remembrance that enlightens the heart. But to enter such prayer, St. Isaac reminds us, requires renunciation. A heart weighted with possessions or concerns is like wet wood that cannot be set aflame. Divine fervor does not ignite in a soul that loves ease. The words are stark, even offensive, but they uncover the truth: we cannot serve two masters. Only the one purified of worldly entanglements will be able to bear witness to the sweetness of God's mysteries, for true knowledge is born only of experience, not of hearsay. Yet this renunciation is not negation alone. It must take flesh in mercy. St. Isaac turns us to almsgiving, the act that draws the heart most near to God. To give freely, without discrimination between worthy and unworthy, without expectation of return, is to love as God Himself loves. Poverty chosen for Christ becomes a higher wealth, freeing the mind for serenity and boldness in prayer. Still, even here he warns us of subtle temptations: one may come to love possessions “for the sake of almsgiving,” and thus re-enter turmoil. Almsgiving is holy, but stillness is higher, for in stillness the soul communes with God directly, free of all care. This is St. Isaac's vision—severe, yes, but radiant: to become all flame with the love of God, to renounce all so that one might rest in Him, and in that rest, to discover the joy of unceasing prayer and the inexhaustible fountain of His mercy. Here, and here alone, the soul finds the rest of love. --- Text of chat during the group: 00:10:46 Bob Čihák, AZ: P. 149, last sentence on page 00:22:51 Diana Cleveland: I have found that is to be really true. It is easy to get hyper fixed on self instead of meditating on God. 00:24:14 Diana Cleveland: *hyperfixated 00:32:01 Lou Judd: Question: Father, if we are suffering or are distracted or angered by the situation of the Church, what leaders are doing… and that is distracting and upsetting you … what do you do? 00:39:44 David Swiderski, WI: I remember something from Chesterton who mentioned when someone stole his umbrella at a catholic church he knew it as the right place for him a sinner. Sometimes our pride can get in the way. I learned a long time ago to stop listening to a largely anti catholic media and read what actually is written by the church or Vatican. I prefer a more traditional mass but will go anywhere and in any language where the eucharist is present. 00:40:25 Diana Cleveland: I think of the lamentations of the minor prophets at times of anger. 00:41:03 Catherine: Reacted to I remember something... with "

Today we have the Parable of the Pharisee & the Tax Collector. The Pharisee trusted in himself. The tax collector threw himself at the feet of God and cried out to God that he might receive mercy. Jesus said it is the tax collector who went home justified; a word that communicates sins being covered, being made right in the eyes of God, and the blessed experience of the return of innocence to the soul. In the telling of this parable, Jesus gives us the very framework for a life lived in the constant experience of God's mercy and healing.

In this week's episode, Evangelist Chance Walters gives us some encouragement to not stop short of our miracle based out of Jesus Prayer in The Garden of Gethsemane shared in Mark 14:32-40. We hope you enjoy the program!

This is Christian Meditation for A Bigger Life – a time for you to relax your body and refocus your mind to experience the reality of God's presence. I'm Dave Cover. I want to help you with Christian meditation where you can break through all the distractions and experience God's presence through biblically guided imagination.  Genesis 2:7 NIV “Then the LORD God formed a man from the dust of the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and the man became a living being.” Acts 17:25 NIV “He himself gives everyone life and breath and everything else.” John 20:21-22 NIV Jesus said, “Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” And with that he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit.” A Shorter Jesus Prayer “Lord Jesus Christ ... have mercy on me.” The earliest attested references to a form of the Jesus Prayer appear in a letter traditionally attributed to John Chrysostom (AD 407). In a “Letter to an Abbot,” John Chrysostom makes mention of using "Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy" (and also the plural variant "…have mercy on us") as a form of unceasing prayer. Who can you share this podcast with? If you found this episode helpful, consider sharing it on social media or texting it to a friend you think might benefit from it. Follow Dave Cover on X (Twitter) @davecover Follow A Bigger Life on X @ABiggerLifePod Our audio engineer is Matthew Matlack. This podcast is a ministry of The Crossing, a church in Columbia, Missouri, a college town where the flagship campus of the University of Missouri is located. 

This is Christian Meditation for A Bigger Life – a time for you to relax your body and refocus your mind to experience the reality of God's presence. I'm Dave Cover. I want to help you with Christian meditation where you can break through all the distractions and experience God's presence through biblically guided imagination.  Genesis 2:7 NIV “Then the LORD God formed a man from the dust of the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and the man became a living being.” Acts 17:25 NIV “He himself gives everyone life and breath and everything else.” John 20:21-22 NIV Jesus said, “Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” And with that he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit.” A Shorter Jesus Prayer “Lord Jesus Christ ... have mercy on me.” The earliest attested references to a form of the Jesus Prayer appear in a letter traditionally attributed to John Chrysostom (AD 407). In a “Letter to an Abbot,” John Chrysostom makes mention of using "Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy" (and also the plural variant "…have mercy on us") as a form of unceasing prayer. Who can you share this podcast with? If you found this episode helpful, consider sharing it on social media or texting it to a friend you think might benefit from it. Follow Dave Cover on X (Twitter) @davecover Follow A Bigger Life on X @ABiggerLifePod Our audio engineer is Matthew Matlack. This podcast is a ministry of The Crossing, a church in Columbia, Missouri, a college town where the flagship campus of the University of Missouri is located. 

This is Christian Meditation for A Bigger Life – a time for you to relax your body and refocus your mind to experience the reality of God's presence. I'm Dave Cover. I want to help you with Christian meditation where you can break through all the distractions and experience God's presence through biblically guided imagination.  Acts 17:25 NIV “He himself gives everyone life and breath and everything else.” Acts 17:28 NIV “For in him we live and move and have our being.” Colossians 1:16-17 NIV “...All things have been created through him and for him. He is before all things, and in him all things hold together.” The Jesus Prayer “Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner.” The earliest attested references to a form of the Jesus Prayer appear in a letter traditionally attributed to John Chrysostom (AD 407). In a “Letter to an Abbot,” John Chrysostom makes mention of using "Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy" (and also the plural variant "…have mercy on us") as a form of unceasing prayer. Who can you share this podcast with? If you found this episode helpful, consider sharing it on social media or texting it to a friend you think might benefit from it. Follow Dave Cover on X (Twitter) @davecover Follow A Bigger Life on X @ABiggerLifePod Our audio engineer is Matthew Matlack. This podcast is a ministry of The Crossing, a church in Columbia, Missouri, a college town where the flagship campus of the University of Missouri is located. 

This is Christian Meditation for A Bigger Life – a time for you to relax your body and refocus your mind to experience the reality of God's presence. I'm Dave Cover. I want to help you with Christian meditation where you can break through all the distractions and experience God's presence through biblically guided imagination.  Acts 17:25 NIV “He himself gives everyone life and breath and everything else.” Acts 17:28 NIV “For in him we live and move and have our being.” Colossians 1:16-17 NIV “...All things have been created through him and for him. He is before all things, and in him all things hold together.” The Jesus Prayer “Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner.” The earliest attested references to a form of the Jesus Prayer appear in a letter traditionally attributed to John Chrysostom (AD 407). In a “Letter to an Abbot,” John Chrysostom makes mention of using "Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy" (and also the plural variant "…have mercy on us") as a form of unceasing prayer. Who can you share this podcast with? If you found this episode helpful, consider sharing it on social media or texting it to a friend you think might benefit from it. Follow Dave Cover on X (Twitter) @davecover Follow A Bigger Life on X @ABiggerLifePod Our audio engineer is Matthew Matlack. This podcast is a ministry of The Crossing, a church in Columbia, Missouri, a college town where the flagship campus of the University of Missouri is located. 

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On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/29/25), Hank answers the following questions:Why did the early church doubt the canonicity of the book of Revelation? Darren - Des Moines, IA (0:49)What is your opinion of tattoos and body piercing? Tom - Dallas, TX (4:10)Is Jesus talking about the rapture in Matthew 24:36-41, when he says one will be taken and one will be left? Frank - Memphis, TN (6:35)Can you explain why Jesus tells us to pray “lead us not into temptation” in Matthew 6:13? Joe - Cleveland, OH (15:11)How can I break free from a besetting sin? Bob - Bowling Green, KY (19:53)Should we as Christians support a business that endorses same-sex marriage? Brian - Richmond, VA (24:08)

The Fathers are unyielding in their teaching: anger must never be given room in the heart. It is a passion rooted in pride, and when indulged, it blinds the soul, drives away the Holy Spirit, and turns one into a worshipper of rage as if it were an idol. Abba Poimen reminds us that it is not enough to endure the turmoil anger creates—we must learn to drive it out entirely. Left unchecked, anger deceives us with excuses and pretexts, but humility demolishes the very foundation of its power. Abba Isaiah gives us the chief remedy: to keep ever before our eyes the humility of Christ—He who endured dishonor, insults, scourging, and even the Cross without anger. When we recall His long-suffering love, the pride that fuels our own wrath is dissolved, and our hearts are humbled into contrition. Later, St. Cassian will also warn us that even a “just cause” cannot justify anger, for once the heart is disturbed, its vision of God is darkened. Instead, we must redirect the sharpness of anger toward our own sinful thoughts, never toward our brothers. In our life in the world, anger manifests daily—in families, at work, in traffic, in countless irritations. But here, too, the Fathers' counsel applies: anger is overcome not by isolation but by forbearance, meekness, kindness, and mercy. The remembrance of death, too, helps us put aside wrath, for what profit is there in clinging to resentment when eternity presses upon us? Anger makes us idolaters; love makes us free. To conquer anger is to begin living even now in the peace of the Kingdom. --- Text of chat during the group:  00:15:22 Bob Čihák, AZ: P 270, A, 6 00:37:25 Anthony: Let God arise and let His enemies be scattered is the fundamental approach. We want order. But let us keep in mind the Spanish Civil War, illustrated in the movie There Be Dragons to show the destruction done in the name of righteousness by mankind based on anger. 00:46:52 Julie: Is it the Jesus prayer the cuts through those thoughts 00:53:10 Hey Oh! : The idea that when we are calm we are better able to perceive what the mind is experiencing makes it so that we have a chance not to be reactive and instead can take in God's goodness in the moment.  This is Andrew. My friend from NJ changed my name title and I can't fix it… 00:53:51 carolnypaver: Reacted to "The idea that when w..." with

In the Gospel of St. Luke 6, our Lord commands us, "Be merciful as your Father is merciful. Judge not and you will not be judged. Condemn not and you will not be condemned." He also teaches us that as you forgive and give mercy, in the same way God will forgive and grant His great mercy to you. Today we consider how to live as vessels of His Divine mercy toward one another and to this world. And as we do, we consider the Jesus Prayer; the great gift and weapon of God's grace given to us to protect us from having a spirit of condemnation toward others, a blessed gift that opens our soul to experience the mercy of Christ our God. For only those who experience His mercy can become mercy toward others.

In this episode of Chatechesis, Father Martin talks again about Prayer in the Christian Life. He tells of how St. Augustine summarises three dimensions of Jesus prayer: He prays for us as our priest, He prays in us as our head and He is prayed to by us as our God. L'articolo Chatechesis – Fr Martin Shanahan –  the Jesus Prayer ‘Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me a sinner' proviene da Radio Maria.

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Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004. In Today's Show: Is it a mortal sin to shop on a Sunday? Is the marriage of two validly baptized non-Catholics considered a valid marriage? Once in heaven, will it be impossible to sin? How do we worship the same God as Muslims?  Am I praying for souls in purgatory the proper way? Do animals have a relationship with, or knowledge of, God? How do we respond to Mormon missionaries? What are some good holy sites to visit in the Northeast? What age is considered too old to get a blessing from my father? If someone is civilly divorced but the marriage is not annulled, can that person still receive Holy Communion? Is it required for priests to concelebrate the Mass in which he is not the main celebrant? Can you use a rosary to recite the Jesus Prayer? Is Fr. Brancich making a pilgrimage to Rome with the FSSP? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

The last sermon series from Pastor Brandon will present his "last words" to Calvary Chapel Twin Peaks. These last words will put in one place his core teachings.

Segment 1: Left Melts Down as Secretary of Defense Prays to Jesus When the Secretary of Defense prayed to Jesus during a public address, critics on the Left erupted. Dr. Chaps breaks down the backlash and explains why this open expression of faith by a top government official is both legal and spiritually powerful. Segment 2: State Approves Chaplains for All Public Schools A major state has officially authorized chaplains to serve in public schools, bringing faith-based support to students and staff. Dr. Chaps examines the legislation, its implications for religious liberty in education, and the growing movement to reintroduce moral guidance in America's classrooms. Segment 3: Dr. Chaps Speaks and Blesses at Prayer Garden In a special appearance, Dr. Chaps shares highlights from his recent visit to the Prayer Garden, where he delivered a message and spoke blessings over those gathered. See the impact of this Spirit-led moment and how public prayer is transforming lives. Get free alerts at http://PrayInJesusName.org © 2025, Chaplain Gordon James Klingenschmitt, PhD. Airs on NRB TV, Direct TV Ch.378, Roku, AppleTV, Amazon FireTV, AndroidTV, GoogleTV, Smart TV, iTunes and www.PrayInJesusName.org

Most scholars and theologians agree that John 17 is the most sacred and genuine prayer in all of Scripture. Sometimes referred to as “The High Priestly Prayer” or the “Jesus Prayer,” it's hard to argue with that sentiment. So, by having a glimpse into the intimate heart of Jesus' prayer life, what can we learn about how it applies to our life of prayer?

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Dr. Alexander Harb, author of The Kingdom of the Heart: Meditations from the Christian East, joins Bear Woznick to explore the heart-centered theology of Eastern Christianity. Together they dive into the mysticism of the early Church Fathers, the origins and meaning of the Jesus Prayer, and the fierce, solitary spirituality of the desert monks like St. Anthony the Great. The discussion centers on how these early Christians pursued holiness not through comfort but through stillness, silence, and struggle—preparing daily for death as the gateway to eternal life.In this episode:⚔️ Spiritual warfare was seen as literal, internal battles with demons and passions.

Welcome back to The Latin Prayer Podcast! In this episode, we're learning the Prayer to the Shoulder Wound of Jesus, a hidden gem of Catholic devotion that contemplates the most painful, yet unrecorded wound of Christ's Passion. This brief and piercing prayer calls on the mercy of Our Lord through the wound caused by the weight of the Cross, a wound mystically revealed to saints like Bernard of Clairvaux and Padre Pio. Find the PDF to the prayer on my Patreon Page - for those of you who are able to financially support the podcast please Click Here (https://www.patreon.com/thelatinprayerpodcast).   A huge thank you to my patrons!   To Support FishEaters.com Click Here (https://www.patreon.com/fisheaters)   Please check out our Resources, Gift Ideas & Affiliate Links page: https://dylandrego.podbean.com/p/resources-gift-ideas-affiliate-links   Join me and others in praying the Holy Rosary every day; here are the Spotify quick links to the Rosary:   Joyful Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/1yhnGJNSl67psg94j3si3s?si=7IjqIg2wQQaZTJTiDm-Dhw   Sorrowful Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/3P0nIdaLuEjesHRMklwfoj?si=6qF7JBYpRiG0ylwuOohFwA   Glorious Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/3t7lCF7nFQDR3py1jjTAE1?si=hBb_5Ne5Rwu-993nUUqHqg   Luminous Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/6vlAjEGgWPCI79K7Eylh31?si=Hue9USzkTf-L3wrXrK79MQ   15 Decade Rosary https://open.spotify.com/episode/2q33PXMrinZi6fkaV6X7vn?si=Jy_d2xLlTVihD5qa4fSH9g   To follow me on other platforms Click on my LinkTree below. linktr.ee/dylandrego   If you have any prayers you'd like to request, or comments and/or suggestions - please email me at latinprayerpodcast@gmail.com.   Know that if you are listening to this, I am praying for you. Please continue to pray with me and for me and my family.   May everything you do be Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam.   God Love You!   Valete (Goodbye)   This podcast may contain copyrighted material the use of which may not always have been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We are making such material available in our efforts to advanced the teachings of the Holy Catholic Church for the promulgation of religious education. We believe this constitutes a "fair use” of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US copyright law, and section 29, 29.1 & 29.2 of the Canadian copyright act. Music Credit: 3MDEHDDQTEJ1NBB0

What are we filling our homes with? In this message, Pastor Louis explores how to build a household grounded in prayer, devotion, and presence, not just rules or routines, but a living relationship with Jesus at the centre. Drawing from Joshua 24 and Jesus' teaching about building on the rock, not the sand, we're invited to make intentional choices about how we live in and lead our homes. Whether married or single, living alone or with family, each of us can cultivate a space where devotion to God isn't reserved for Sundays, but woven into our daily rhythms. We'll look at what it means to be rooted in God's love rather than legalism, to create space for UP (with God), IN (with others), and OUT (into the world) right where we are. Wisdom in multi-media, food, rest, and relationships matters. So does making time for reflection, prayer, and shared spiritual practices. Let's learn together how to welcome Jesus into everything – and see our homes become places of peace, strength, and an integrated, growing spiritual life.

Candid insight into the personal experience of prayer - Join Shane and Joe as they discuss their challenges to prayer and how to get closer in our relationships with God. Join us on this challenge, and share your comments below.The Lord's PrayerMatthew 6:9-13 (ESV)“Our Father in heaven,hallowed be your name.Your kingdom come,your will be done,on earth as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts,as we also have forgiven our debtors.And lead us not into temptation,but deliver us from evil."The Jesus Prayer"Lord Jesus Christ,Son of God,have mercy on me,a sinner."Help support the channel by sharing your favorite episodes with friends, family, coworkers, or your church.Reach out with kind words, encouragement, or topic requests: ⁠holyunqualified@gmail.com⁠Join us on Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/holyunqualifiedpodcast⁠Music:McCarthy by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)

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Religion over Relationship? Feeling a disconnect between your outward religious activities and spiritual life? Many Christians are unaware they can be oppressed by a spirit of religion! Spirit of religion is characterized by outward righteousness – attending church and performing religious duties – without the corresponding inner transformation of the heart and mind. It's a counterfeit faith, a spiritual facade that leaves you feeling empty despite your outward efforts. It's a subtle shift away from a heart-centered, intimate relationship with Jesus towards a performance-based faith. If so, you might be wrestling with the insidious spirit of religion. Join Melia and explore three subtle yet powerful influences of the spirit of religion and break free from its stronghold grip today! Chapters: **Podcast Chapters: Prophetic Insight & Healing Through a Relationship with Jesus** **Chapter 1: Introduction & Testimony (00:00:00-00:05:00)** *Meet Melia Diana and the "Vertical Relationship Show" podcast.* **Chapter 2: The Spirit of Religion (00:05:00-00:15:00)** *Understanding the deceptive nature of religious works.* **Chapter 3: Identifying the Spirit of Religion (00:15:00-00:20:00)** *Signs you might be struggling with religious legalism.* **Chapter 4: Testing the Spirit (00:20:00-00:25:00)** *Discerning truth from deception; John 4:4.* **Chapter 5: False Teachings & Charismatic Dangers (00:25:00-00:30:00)** *"Spiritual candy wrappers" and the importance of discernment.* **Chapter 6: True Faith vs. Outward Actions (00:30:00-00:35:00)** *Beyond "attaboy" and "attagirl" attitude – genuine faith requires testing.* **Chapter 7: The Importance of Bible Study (00:35:00-00:45:00)** *Deeper study for mature faith; avoiding deception.* **Chapter 8: The Fear of Deception (00:45:00-00:50:00)** *Protecting your devotion from false gospels and evil spirits.* **Chapter 9:  Prioritizing God's Word (00:50:00-00:55:00)** *The danger of ignorance and the importance of diligent study of God's Word.* **Chapter 10: Call to Action & Prayer (00:55:00-01:00:00)** *Strengthening your vertical relationship with Jesus + Prayer.* Blessings xo- Melia's Services -> https://meliadiana.com/our-services Melia's Books ->https://meliadiana.com/books Melia's Courses -> https://meliadiana.com/vertical-relationship-academy Melia's Prophetic Mentorship-> https://meliadiana.com/vertical-ambassador-mentorship  

3-9-25 | Jesus used parables to shed light on the inner workings of the Kingdom of God. Some understood, some did not. Over the next several weeks, we will work hard to grow in our understanding of the Kingdom of God through these parables in the Gospels. Come ready to learn and be surprised by the master storyteller; Jesus.

Join the mission! Visit donate.accessmore.com to help fund more episodes and shows like this. This week on the podcast we're turning our attention to a favorite passage of mine found in Matthew chapter 6: “Give us this day our daily bread.” No prayer better summarizes our relationship with God than this expression of trust. God's treatment of fear has always been trust. These are fear-filled days, aren't they? We see it in newscasts and on our neighbors' faces. We're anxious. So, I can't think of a more appropriate phrase to focus on than this simple, profound prayer of trust.

Join the mission! Visit donate.accessmore.com to help fund more episodes and shows like this. This week on the podcast we're turning our attention to a favorite passage of mine found in Matthew chapter 6: “Give us this day our daily bread.” No prayer better summarizes our relationship with God than this expression of trust. God's treatment of fear has always been trust. These are fear-filled days, aren't they? We see it in newscasts and on our neighbors' faces. We're anxious. So, I can't think of a more appropriate phrase to focus on than this simple, profound prayer of trust.

Today's Gospel reading from St. Luke 18 shares the testimony of Christ our God healing the blind man, Bartimaeus, near Jericho. As our Lord approaches Jericho, Bartimaeus cries out, "Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me." Some in the crowd tried to quiet him, so he cried out even louder, "Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me." Bartimaeus would not let this moment go wasted where the only One who could heal was passing by. We must learn something so important from Bartimaeus. The prayer he prayed was is known as the Jesus Prayer. Today we examine both this prayer and the disposition of this blessed man who needed Christ's help and mercy. It is the authentic cry for mercy from the heart of God's children that attracts our Lord; a very real need that He is delighted to fulfill.

Deliver Us - Surrender, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: The Jesus Prayer: 7 Spiritual Practices for the New Year A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Rom. 12.21; Matt. 6.13; Gal. 5.22-23.Join us this Sunday to hear an inspiring message about overcoming evil with goodness. We'll explore the power of kindness, beauty, and hope in a world that needs it most. Come online or in-person – all are welcome.About the Series, The Jesus Prayer: 7 Spiritual Practices for the New Year: In the midst of their own uncertainty and anxiety, the disciples asked Jesus how to pray. Jesus replied, “Pray this way” and taught what is known as the Lord's Prayer or Jesus Prayer. This series will focus on this teaching of Jesus as an invitation to 7 spiritual practices that will strengthen our faith and help us show up in the world with courage and compassion.Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don't ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.Keywords:kindness, goodness, evil, humanity, faith, prayer, resurrection, forgiveness, mercy, tenderness, compassion, hope, suffering, love, transformation, presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregonFeaturing:Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, GuestsSupport the show

Once again, we are blessed by the practical counsel of the fathers in regard to the struggle with the passion of lust and fornication. What becomes evident is that the struggle is primarily with the thoughts and how we address them in our lives. The origin of such thoughts may be from ourselves and our own memories, what we experience with our senses in the present moment or from demonic provocation. Whatever their origin, our asceticism must be such that we are willing to lay all such thoughts aside in preference for remaining in stillness with our focus set upon Christ.  It is always best not to engage the thoughts that rush upon us understanding that we will be overwhelmed, especially if their origin is from the demons. We are not to argue or wrestle with the thoughts but rather call upon the holy name of our Lord and to plead for his help and strength.  This is the source of our healing, even in ways that we do not comprehend. The more we call upon the Lord, the deeper the healing becomes and the more free we become from our attachment to the things of this world. The Jesus Prayer in particular can be used as a gentle weapon to cut away the thoughts as they come upon us. When we are able, it is beneficial to say the prayer in an audible fashion making use of multiple senses. Having a chotki in hand as we say the Prayer and making prostrations repeatedly involves the whole self in the spiritual battle. When we humble ourselves in mind and body before God, He rushes to our aid.  Thus, humility, vigilance and constancy of prayer must be the foundation of our ascetic practice. Furthermore, we must be simple and not count ourselves as clever in this battle. The wiles of the evil one can turn even our conversations about piety into instruments that agitate and stir up the heart. Let us examine our hearts well as we approach the Great Fast and ask the Lord to be our strength. --- Text of chat during the group: 00:11:46 Niño: Have a nice day everybody

As We Forgive, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: The Jesus Prayer: 7 Spiritual Practices for the New Year A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Matthew 18.21-22; Luke 23.34.Join us this Sunday to hear a powerful message on the transformative power of forgiveness. We'll explore how to overcome hatred with love, even in the face of unimaginable tragedy. Attend in-person or online – all are welcome.About the Series, The Jesus Prayer: 7 Spiritual Practices for the New Year: In the midst of their own uncertainty and anxiety, the disciples asked Jesus how to pray. Jesus replied, “Pray this way” and taught what is known as the Lord's Prayer or Jesus Prayer. This series will focus on this teaching of Jesus as an invitation to 7 spiritual practices that will strengthen our faith and help us show up in the world with courage and compassion.Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don't ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.Keywords:Forgiveness, hate, reconciliation, Dylann Roof, Charleston shooting, Desmond Tutu, Lord's Prayer, Ruby Bridges, Black History Month, anti-racism, collective responsibility, healing, grace, evil, love., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregonFeaturing:Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, GuestsSupport the show

Forgive Us: Confession, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: The Jesus Prayer: 7 Spiritual Practices for the New Year A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Romans 12.21; Luke 23.34; Luke 15.1, 24.Join us this Sunday, either online or in-person, to hear a powerful message on the transformative power of God's unconditional love and radical hospitality. Experience a faith that changes lives. All are welcome.About the Series, The Jesus Prayer: 7 Spiritual Practices for the New Year: In the midst of their own uncertainty and anxiety, the disciples asked Jesus how to pray. Jesus replied, “Pray this way” and taught what is known as the Lord's Prayer or Jesus Prayer. This series will focus on this teaching of Jesus as an invitation to 7 spiritual practices that will strengthen our faith and help us show up in the world with courage and compassion.Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don't ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.Keywords:Spiritual stamina, unconditional love, radical hospitality, Lord's Prayer, forgiveness, transformational faith, diversity equity inclusion, marginalized, radical inclusion, transactional faith, transformational faith, radical hospitality, radical forgiveness, radical love, Jesus' teachings., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregonFeaturing:Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, GuestsSupport the show

Week 3 of our Prayer Series.

Give Us Today Our Daily Bread: Enough, with Becca Ellis. Series: The Jesus Prayer: 7 Spiritual Practices for the New Year A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Acts 2.Join us this Sunday, either online or in-person, as we dive deeper into the Lord's Prayer. Becca has a powerful message on gratitude, abundance, and how to find true nourishment. It's sure to challenge and inspire.About the Series, The Jesus Prayer: 7 Spiritual Practices for the New Year: In the midst of their own uncertainty and anxiety, the disciples asked Jesus how to pray. Jesus replied, “Pray this way” and taught what is known as the Lord's Prayer or Jesus Prayer. This series will focus on this teaching of Jesus as an invitation to 7 spiritual practices that will strengthen our faith and help us show up in the world with courage and compassion.Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don't ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.Keywords:Gratitude, daily bread, community, abundance, scarcity, mutual care, reciprocity, generosity, compassion, spiritual nourishment, gratitude practice, community support, gratitude benefits, mutual relationships, radical compassion., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregonFeaturing:Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, GuestsSupport the show

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Thy Kingdom Come, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: The Jesus Prayer: 7 Spiritual Practices for the New Year A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Micah 4.3-4;Luke 10.31-35.Curious about faith, justice, and the kind of love that shakes things up? Join Rev. Dr. Steven Koski this Sunday—online or in person—as he explores what it really means to pray, “Thy Kingdom come.” What if God's dream is about transforming life here and now? Join us and be part of the conversation.About the Series, The Jesus Prayer: 7 Spiritual Practices for the New Year: In the midst of their own uncertainty and anxiety, the disciples asked Jesus how to pray. Jesus replied, “Pray this way” and taught what is known as the Lord's Prayer or Jesus Prayer. This series will focus on this teaching of Jesus as an invitation to 7 spiritual practices that will strengthen our faith and help us show up in the world with courage and compassion.Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don't ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.Keywords:Lord's Prayer, Thy kingdom come, God's kingdom, political metaphor, religious metaphor, Micah's dream, economic justice, holy disturbance, Good Samaritan, holy disturbance, love's call, stand in the gap, mercy, justice, love wins., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregonFeaturing:Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, GuestsSupport the show

Description: Join us as we dive into John 8:21-30, where Jesus challenges His audience to move from spiritual blindness to belief. In this passage, we explore three transformative themes: 1️⃣ Blindness: Living "below" and being consumed by worldly distractions. 2️⃣ Revelation: The Cross as the ultimate turning point where grace meets our sin. 3️⃣ Transformation: Seeing Christ in our neighbors and embracing a cruciform life shaped by humility, love, and sacrifice.Through real-life examples like Jean Valjean's story in Les Misérables, practical steps for reflection, and prayer, we uncover how to live out Jesus' call to faith and selfless love.Reflect with us:How can we reorient our hearts toward God amidst worldly distractions?What does it mean to embrace a life shaped by the cross in our daily actions?Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your walk with Christ and embrace His presence in your life and others.

We arrive at the conclusion of the article on how Jesus prays, teaches us to pray, and hears our prayer. Fr. Mike examines the remarkable beauty and simplicity of the “Jesus Prayer.” He also examines Mary's Fiat and Magnificat, and how she can pray and intercede for us. He concludes with an invitation to prayer by saying it is more important to pray than to talk about prayer. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 2616-2622. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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