Podcasts about sacred pathways

In this episode, Chris Grace explores the complexities of navigating identity and calling, especially in the context of work and relationships with guests Arianna Molloy and Tim Muehlhoff. They discuss how a calling is not just about individual fulfillment but deeply tied to our relationship with God and community. Their conversation touches on understanding work as a calling, avoiding burnout, setting boundaries, and finding rest in God. They provide practical insights and tips for anyone feeling overwhelmed by life's demands. Whether you're managing relationships with coworkers, family, or friends, this episode offers valuable advice to help you cultivate a sustainable work-life balance.Resources Mentioned:Healthy Calling: From Toxic Burnout to Sustainable Work by Dr. Arianna Molloy – A guide to understanding calling, preventing burnout, and finding meaning in work. Visit Arianna Molloy's website for more resources. Click here to buy her book on Amazon. Sacred Pathways by Gary Thomas – Explores how individuals connect with God uniquely, offering insights for incorporating rest and worship into daily life. Click here to purchase on Amazon. Connect with Us:Website: cmr.biola.eduFacebook: facebook.com/biolacmrInstagram: instagram.com/biolacmrYouTube: youtube.com/@biola-cmrJoin the Conversation:Subscribe to The Art of Relationships Podcast to never miss an episode.Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform to help others discover the show.Share this episode with someone who could benefit from these insights.Sign up for weekly updates and resources from the Center for Marriage and Relationships: Sign UpAbout the Hosts:Chris Grace, Ph.D., and Alisa Grace are passionate about helping people build and sustain healthy relationships. As leaders of the Biola University Center for Marriage and Relationships, they combine the wisdom of Scripture with scholarly research to offer practical advice and insights. Learn more about their work at cmr.biola.edu.

Gary Thomas has identified 9 “pathways” or spiritual temperaments in which we experience God best. Some people who feel most connected to God in nature, others love celebratory worship. And some experience God by caring for others. Gary emphasizes we can learn and grow spiritually from these different temperaments.   Receive the book Sacred Pathways plus a free audio download of the program "Discovering Your Spiritual Temperament" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.    Get More Episode Resources    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. 

Gary Thomas has identified 9 “pathways” or spiritual temperaments in which we experience God best. Some people who feel most connected to God in nature, others love celebratory worship. And some experience God by caring for others. Gary emphasizes we can learn and grow spiritually from these different temperaments.   Receive the book Sacred Pathways plus a free audio download of the program "Discovering Your Spiritual Temperament" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.    Get More Episode Resources    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. 

This blessing covers nine sacred spiritual pathways, each tailored to different ways of connecting with the divine. It acknowledges the diverse spiritual needs and inclinations of individuals, offering guidance and affirmation for each pathway. Please enjoy! May naturalists find the creator in nature's beauty, seeing God's cathedral in the grand expanse, and find renewal in the beauty of creation. May sensates experience the divine through every sense, feeling God's presence in worship melodies and sacred art's beauty. May rituals and symbols of faith deepen ascetics' experience of the divine and be a source of strength and inspiration. May solitude and simplicity bring traditionalists closer to the divine, and may their lives testify to simplicity and devotion. May intellectuals' pursuit of knowledge and wisdom bring them closer to God, and may their knowledge enrich and bless others. May caregivers' acts of service and kindness reflect God's love, and may their service bring joy and fulfillment to those in need. May the mysteries and celebrations of faith fill enthusiasts' spirits with awe and wonder, and may their journey be marked by joy and reverence. May contemplatives' reflections and stillness bring them closer to the divine, and may they find peace in God's presence. May activists' advocacy and efforts for justice reflect God's love and righteousness, and may their actions be guided by compassion and faith.

What do you do to feel most connected with God? One way that many of us grew up with is the idea of 'quiet time' where you physically sit still and quiet. While there is still value in this practice (just ask friend of the show Strahan Coleman), this is something that many struggled with growing up and, in actual fact, there are many ways to connect with God. Join Petra Bagust in this special episode recorded live in the Coromadel at the Love It Media staff retreat. Petra first talks to senior producer, Josh Couch, who breaks down the nine different paths of connection as identified by Gary Thomas in his book Sacred Pathways. After some time to think, Petra then hears from different members of the Love It Media staff team, who offer a mix of funny and poignant stories about the different ways they feel connected to God. To wrap it all up, Sunday Sanctuary's very own Rev Frank Ritchie leads communion (which you're welcome to join in with from home) and Petra finishes off with another benediction from Kate Bowler and Jessica Ritchie. Join us! Sacred Texts: Sacred Pathways by Gary Thomas C. S. Lewis quote from his book Miracles Music: Pine Trees by Mary Lattimore (played at end of Josh's interview) Make that Connection by Tom Petty Frolic by Jake Xerxes Fussell (played during the time for contemplation) Blue in Green by Miles Davis (played during communion) Collect for Midday by The Fuzzy Robes Summer's End by Julie Byrne (played to end the episode)

In this episode of “Coping”, Kevin and Kathy discuss various spiritual pathways and practices for nurturing one's soul and faith. We discuss Gary Thomas's book 'Sacred Pathways' which outlines nine different pathways: naturalists, sensates, traditionalists, aesthetics, intellectuals, caregivers, enthusiasts, contemplatives, and activists. Also provided is an overview of each pathway and our personal experiences and suggesting practical ways to engage with each one. It is important to find practices that resonate with one's unique spiritual needs and Be Well Resources encourages listeners to explore the pathways further through the book and accompanying resources. Spiritual pathways quiz: https://groupleaders.org/curriculum-feed/spiritual-pathways-activity#personal-assessment Be Well Resources Pathways Guide: https://www.canva.com/design/DAFys-kZ0Dc/qRxkNIbbJIvU3V0xs1fJaw/edit?utm_content=DAFys-kZ0Dc&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton Gary Thomas, “Sacred Pathways” book: https://www.amazon.com/shop/actorkevin/list/33DKQI838HB65?linkCode=spc&tag=kevindeegan-20&domainId=influencer&asc_contentid=amzn1.ideas.33DKQI838HB65

 Today, we get to riff with Meredith Miller! Justin and his wife, Jami, sit down with Meredith to continue the conversation from the Masterclass she taught at North Point. Show Notes: Woven - https://www.amazon.com/Woven-Nurturing-Faith-Your-Doesnt/dp/1546004351 Ask Away Podcast - https://meredithannemiller.com/ Sacred Pathways - https://www.amazon.com/Sacred-Pathways-Discover-Your-Souls/dp/0310329884

In this captivating episode of the "Body of Wisdom" podcast, we delve into the incredible world of Oni Blecher—a dynamic force in the realms of birthwork, the healing and creative arts, and community advocacy. Oni's expertise encompasses Visionary Craniosacral work, Arvigo® Techniques of Mayan Abdominal Therapy, myofascial release, and visceral osteopathy, all of which she seamlessly integrates to support women through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. Oni has also trained as a midwife and is well-known as a doula and birth-advocate in the Northern Rivers, NSW, region. Oni shares her heartfelt stories and experiences, highlighting the profound impact of working with women, and especially babies and children. Her insights reveal the astonishing capacity of these young beings to integrate and heal from their early life experiences. As the co-facilitator of "Earthed to Birth," a weekly pregnancy and gardening group, and a vital member of PBB Media, Oni's advocacy work aims to educate and inspire on the topic of maternity health. Through PBB Media, she blends stories, science, traditions, and innovative ideas to transform perspectives on childbirth and parenting. With a background in literature, creative writing, photojournalism, and visual arts, Oni brings a  creative, embodied and holistic approach to her work. Her dedication to connecting to the intuitive body with confident expression shines through her poetry and community initiatives. Recently, Oni completed a master's degree focusing on Australian masculinities and male mental health, aiming to foster harmony within family dynamics by promoting embodied awareness, which we also discuss in this episode. Highlights of This Episode: Sisterhood, and Oni's powerful bond with her three beautiful sisters Discover Oni's journey from midwifery to the healing arts Learn about her transformative work with babies and children Understand the evolving roles of doulas and midwives Explore insights from her research on masculinity and mental health Dive into her advocacy efforts with PBB Media Get inspired by "Earthed to Birth" and community-driven care Join us for an inspiring conversation that bridges the realms of birth, healing, sisterhood, and community care. Tune in and be inspired by Oni Blecher's holistic approach to nurturing women, families, and communities. Oni's website: https://oniblecher.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oni_keeperofthehearth/  Earthed to Birth: https://www.instagram.com/earthedtobirth/  PBB Media: https://www.pbbmedia.org/  PBB Media podcast: https://www.pbbmedia.org/the-pbb-podcast.html  Visionary Cranio-Sacral Work: https://milneinstitute.com/ Shemana Elixirs: https://www.shemana.com.au/       

In this episode, I have the privilege of sitting down with bestselling author and speaker Gary Thomas. He and his wife Lisa have been married 40 years and have 3 kids and 2 grandkids. He actually lived in Houston near my home base in La Grange for about 12 years, but now resides in Colorado, which we joked about as a great place to end up after the heat and humidity of Texas. Gary has written many well known books and phenomenal resources, including a Sacred Marriage, Authentic Faith, and Sacred Pathways. But the book we dive into in this conversation is called When to Walk Away. Folks, this book was groundbreaking for me - as a people pleaser, I believed that any toxic person I encountered who didn't change through our friendship must be some failure on my part. This book shifted my perspective in such needed ways not merely based on his opinion or experience, but a unique look into Christ's interactions with people as we see in the gospels. Today's conversation is challenging, insightful, and filled with scripture, It may even shift your thinking on what our lives are intended to be about as Christ-followers made for eternal purpose and called to bear much fruit. I recommend taking notes on this one! We dive in with Gary's 1-minute elevator pitch of his book When to Walk Away.  Show Notes: website: https://garythomas.com/ substack: https://garythomasbooks.substack.com/ IG: @garythomasbooks FB: @ Author Gary Thomas When to Walk Away by Gary Thomas Nehemiah 8:10, “The joy of the Lord is your strength.” Matthew 6:33, “But seek first the kingdom of god and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” Joshua 24:15, “Choose this day whom you will serve.” 1 Corinthians 14:32, “The spirits of prophets are subject to the control of prophets.” John 10:10, “The thief comes only to kill and steal and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” Colossians 3:8,12, “But now you must put them all away: anger, wrath, malice, slander, and obscene talk from your mouth… Put on then, as God's chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience” Matthew 7:6, “Do not give dogs what is holy, and do not throw your pearls before pigs, lest they trample them underfoot and turn to attack you.” Matthew 8 - Jesus delivers a man from demonic possession. Matthew 10:34-36, “Do not think that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I have not come to bring peace, but a sword. For I have come to set a man against his father, and a daughter against her mother, and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law. And a person's enemies will be those of his own household.” Matthew 12:48-50, "He replied to him, ‘Who is my mother, and who are my brothers?' Pointing to his disciples, he said, ‘Here are my mother and my brothers. For whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother.'" Luke 11:27, “As he said these things, a woman in the crowd raised her voice and said to him, “Blessed is the womb that bore you, and the breasts at which you nursed!” Matthew 28:19-20, “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” 2 Timothy 2:2, “And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others.” John 15:8, “By this my Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit and so prove to be my disciples.” --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whits-end/message

Why does prayer often feel awkward and uncomfortable? We often struggle with feelings of inadequacy, striving for the perfect words while missing the authentic connection with God. The basis of prayer is not performance but relationship. So, how should we pray? In this episode, Whit and Casey talk about their personal experiences with prayer, our misconceptions about God, and what Jesus had to say about prayer.   Show notes:  Listen to the Message How to Pray: https://youtu.be/vhdJb0B2gwk?si=vG6OP6mxZ2GMAdaM    In this episode, Whit mentions the book Sacred Pathways by Gary Thomas

Gary Thomas explains the meaning of Advent, “God with us,” by using a true story about a visit to a ranch where he saw a great word picture: a lone horse and a lone sheep who wouldn't leave each other's sides. The rancher explained that there used to be an entire flock of sheep, but they were all picked off by coyote. This one sheep figured out that as long as he stayed near that big horse, he was safe. And he remains there to this day. And we, like that sheep, are safe because of Advent – “God with us.”   Receive the book Sacred Pathways and a free audio download of “Celebrating the True Meaning of Advent” for your donation of any amount! Right now, you can DOUBLE YOUR DOLLARS to GIVE FAMILIES HOPE through our YEAR-END MATCH provided by generous friends of the ministry.   Get More Episode Resources   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Hey mamas! :) Have you ever felt inadequate when it comes to discipling your children? Maybe you aren't sure where to start? Did you know that our kids could have different worship styles? I'm joined by Christie Thomas for this episode and she discusses these questions and so much more. Christie is a mom and writer (children's books and devotionals) with over a decade of experience as a children's ministry director. Christie's website and social media is FILLED with encouragement and AMAZING practical tips on discipling your children in the faith. She believes that parents can confidently nurture deep faith and cultivate faith filled moments with their children. Mamas, Christie has A LOT of resources for us to help build our children's faith. Please check them out, check out her website, follow her on social media and more. We pray this episode blesses you!!! Links for Christie's books, website, social media: Website: https://littleshootsdeeproots.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/littleshootsdeeproots/ Christie's books: https://littleshootsdeeproots.com/books/ Small group curriculum on family discipleship:  https://littleshootsdeeproots.com/product/family-discipleship-101-small-group-curriculum/ Sacred Pathways quiz (find out your child's worship style):  ⁠https://christiethomas.ck.page/a79d922d0e⁠ Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/mrskatieruga/ renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/katie.potter.169/

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How do we know when our child is ready to make a public faith commitment - whether that's baptism, confirmation or profession of faith? What are the smaller steps along the faith journey that we should be looking out for? How can ‘sacred pathways' help us nurture our child's faith in helpful ways? And what can we do if our child is showing no interest in Jesus? Our guest today is Christie Thomas, Western Canadian homeschool mum of three boys, former Children's Ministry director, and founder of Little Shoots Deep Roots. Christie shares stories from her own parenting journey, as well as ideas for how we approach this area with our own children. We think you're going to LOVE learning from Christie about the nine ‘sacred pathways', or different ways of connecting with God, that Christie shares in this episode. This is an incredibly effective tool which can help us discover our child's pathway, making it much easier for us to journey with them as they pursue Jesus. Christie is also the author of several books for Christian families. Links: Christie's website: https://littleshootsdeeproots.com/ Follow Christie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/littleshootsdeeproots/ Browse Christie's books: https://www.eden.co.uk/shop/search.php?products%5Bquery%5D=christie%20thomas Sacred Pathways quiz: https://christiethomas.ck.page/a79d922d0e Christie's e-book: ‘Sacred Pathways for Kids': https://littleshootsdeeproots.com/sacred-pathways-for-kids/ ‘Wow' (Dandi Daley Mackall): https://www.eden.co.uk/christian-books/christian-books-for-children/bible-stories-for-children/age-4-to-7-bible-stories/wow-9781496436429/ - Original Parenting for Faith course online: https://www.parentingforfaith.brf.org.uk/parenting-for-faith-course-online-2023/ - Pop-up small group with Joanna Adeyinka-Burford: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=602874592057833&set=pb.100070058915946.-2207520000&type=3 - Being God's Child book launch "3 Ways to Connect with God as a Busy Parent" https://www.facebook.com/events/1092804861697964 We loved hearing from Christie today and hope you did too! To be a part of sustaining this podcast so that it can reach hundreds of families, children's leaders, youth leaders and churches, would you consider partnering with us financially? Even a small one-off gift makes a big difference! Go to https://www.brf.org.uk/donate/ Parenting for Faith is part of the charity, BRF. We are reliant on donations from individuals and churches to make our resources available to as many people as possible. We are grateful for all donations, big or small. They make a real difference. Thank you so much for partnering with us.

Busyness is one of the biggest challenges to marriages and we don't even realize it. It's the sucker punch and silent killer of many relationships that affects every part of our lives. In this episode of More Than Roommates, pastor and author Gary Thomas joins Scott & Derek as we discuss busyness and marriage. Gary is the author of more than 20 books and serves on the teaching team at Cherry Hills Community Church in Highlands Ranch, CO.Scriptures:Ephesians 6:12Psalm 90:12Shownotes:Sacred PathwaysMaking Your Marriage a FortressGary's Website – Garythomas.comBlog post - One Thing We Like to do for Our Marriage Every WeekQuestions to discuss:Do you know what's going on in each other's lives? When's the last time you checked to see how your spouse is really doing?How can busyness destroy your marriage? How do you know if you're too busy in your marriage?What relational skill can you work on this year?

In Part 2 of this 2-part series, Byron & Carla Weathersbee, founders of Legacy Family Ministries, share three more patterns they've observed in couples who thrive in marriage. They share from their own 39 years of marriage and 28 years of full-time marriage ministry. This is Part 2 in 2-Part series from the Weathersbees. We discuss resilience, unity, and spiritual intimacy.Scriptures:1 Corinthians 7:28, John 16:33, 1 Peter 3:7, 1 Peter 3:1-2, Luke 6:47-49Questions to discuss:1) How do you deal with your differences and the small things that frustrate you about your spouse?2) What's one small step you and your spouse can take to grow in spiritual intimacy?Sacred Pathways, by Gary ThomasTo Have and To Hold: Preparing for a Godly Marriage, by Byron & Carla WeathersbeeLegacy Family MinistriesTogether: Building a Godly Marriage, by Byron & Carla Weathersbee, Amy Castello

MEETING GOD: THE CAREGIVERGary Sager THEME – Love is the true path to caring.TEXT -   1 John 3:11; Matthew 22:37-39 1. Importance of Love * Matt. 22:40* Rom. 13:10* John 13:34 2. Love Who* Matt. 5:43 – Love your enemy.* Luke 10:30-37 – Good Samaritan. 3. Love Why - John 13:35 4. Love How* Rom. 5:8 – He loves unconditionally.* 2 Cor. 5:21 – He loves sacrificially.* Eph. 4:32 – He loves with forgiveness.* Rom. 8:38-39 – He loves eternally. 5. Key ReasonJohn 15:12-13, Romans 5:8 NEXT STEPS – Can we love as Christ loved?“Love is patient, Love is kind. It does not envy, It does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.” ~ 1 Cor. 13:4-7 “This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him. This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.” ~ 1 John 4:9-11---------------------------------Take the Sacred Pathways AssessmentThis Sacred Pathways Survey will help you to better understand yourself and your relationship with God, your strengths and your weaknesses, what to do in times of stress, and how to challenge yourself. It's a blessing to share this survey with friends. Along these lines we recently used this when leading a retreat for a church staff.  This Sacred Pathways Survey is inspired by and adapted from Gary Thomas' book, “Sacred Pathways: Discovering your Soul's Path to God.”https://www.soulshepherding.org/sacred-pathways-survey/ SACRED PATHWAYS and DESCRIPTIONSNature - Appreciating the beauty of God's creation.         Enthusiastic Worship - Celebrating God's goodness with thanks and praise. Learning - Gaining insights about God and life with him.Tradition - Following time-honored spiritual traditions and practices.Asceticism - Abstaining from comforts to make more space for God.Sensation - Experiencing God with your physical senses or imagination.Caregiving - Offering God's compassion to those the hurting or struggling.  Social Justice - Actively engaging with others to serve the poor and needy              Contemplation/Quiet Prayer - Being absorbed with God in quiet solitude.

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Welcome to our Inner Vibe Class, where we embark on a transformative journey into the mystical realms of Sacred Pathways. In this session, we delve into the profound teachings of The 42 Journeys and The Ana B'koach, two powerful practices rooted in Jewish mysticism. Join us as we explore the ancient wisdom of the Kabbalah tradition and learn to unlock the hidden energies and spiritual potentials within ourselves. Through a combination of insightful teachings and experiential practices, we will delve into the profound mysteries of The 42 Journeys and The Ana B'koach. In the first part of our class, we will explore The 42 Journeys, a mystical framework that maps out the spiritual journey of the soul through various dimensions of existence. Discover the significance of each pathway and how they can guide us towards greater self-awareness, personal growth, and spiritual fulfillment. In the second part, we will dive into The Ana B'koach, an ancient and sacred prayer composed by Rabbi Nehunya ben HaKana. Uncover the profound symbolism embedded within this mystical prayer and learn how to harness its transformative power. Through Kabbalistic meditation and contemplation, we will tap into the divine energy and open ourselves to spiritual protection and blessings. This Inner Vibe Class is suitable for both beginners and those with previous knowledge of Kabbalah. Whether you are seeking deeper spiritual connections, personal transformation, or a heightened sense of inner peace, this class offers a sacred space to explore and experience the profound teachings of The 42 Journeys and The Ana B'koach. Join us on this mystical journey as we connect with the divine energies and discover the inner wisdom that resides within. Get ready to unlock the secrets of Sacred Pathways and experience a profound shift in your spiritual journey. #InnerVibeClass #Kabbalah #MysticalTeachings #SpiritualJourney #TransformativeExperience --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livekabbalah/message

If most of us are being honest, we likely consider prayer to be a weak point in our spiritual lives. We find it hard to make time to pray; we find it unproductive in a world obsessed with hurry and productivity; we feel guilty for not praying often enough, and yet when we finally set aside the time to do so, we find ourselves distracted or confused, not sure how to proceed. Rather than serving as a life-giving connection to a redemptive, loving, and restorative God in the midst of a broken world, prayer becomes a chore or a bore or a guilt-riddled religious game. We often find ourselves, as Jesus' earliest disciples did, wondering how we can begin to pray. Join us as Midtown as we wade into the challenging waters of prayer, exploring the way that the Psalms teach us authentic, genuine prayer, and how their model can provide us structures for how we begin to relate to and know God more fully in our own lives today. All people--religious or otherwise--adore something above all else. Our adorations shape, and often distort, who we are. Watch as Pastor Clint explores this idea, and teaches how Psalm 95 teaches us how to adore the right thing in the right ways. Sermon Resources: 1. The Mirror of Erised - from "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, by J.K. Rowling" 2. “The so-called real world of men and money and power hums merrily along in a pool of fear and anger and frustration and craving and worship of self. Our own present culture has harnessed these forces in ways that have yielded extraordinary wealth and comfort and personal freedom. The freedom to all be lords of our tiny skull-sized kingdoms, alone at the center of all creation.” -David Foster Wallace, "This Is Water" 3. “Your deepest desire is the one manifested by your daily life and habits. This is because our action—our doing—bubbles up from our loves, which, as we've observed, are habits we've acquired through the practices we're immersed in. That means the formation of my loves and desires can be happening “under the hood” of consciousness. I might be learning to love something that I'm not even aware of and that nonetheless governs my life in unconscious ways.” -James K.A. Smith, "You Are What You Love: The Spiritual Power of Habit" 4. "Sacred Pathways," by Gary Thomas - Naturalist, Sensate, Traditionalist, Ascetic, Activist, Caregiver, Enthusiast, Contemplative, Intellectual 5. “The world is not divided between people who worship and people who don't. The world is divided into people who worship things that will distort their life, and people who worship the only object worthy of the adoration of our soul.” -Tim Keller, Sermon on 7/7/2002 6. “We learn about the goodness of God not by contemplating the goodness of God but by watching a butterfly. So here is my counsel: begin by paying attention to the little creatures that creep upon the earth. Watch the birds and the squirrels and the ducks. Go to a brook and splash some water on your burning face. In that instant don't seek to solve all the problems of pollution and the ecosystem; just feel the water…When we do these kinds of things with some degree of regularity, we, in time, begin to experience pleasures rather than scrutinize them…As this happens, thanksgiving and praise and adoration will flow naturally in their proper time. ‘To experience the tiny theophany is itself to adore.” -Richard Foster, "Prayer: Finding The Heart's True Home" 7. “If you want to build a ship, don't drum up people to collect wood and don't assign them tasks and work, but rather teach them to long for the endless immensity of the sea.” -Antoine de Saint-Exupery Join us below: Facebook: www.facebook.com/midtownpreschurch Instagram: www.instagram.com/midtown.pres Website: www.midtownpres.org Community Groups: www.midtownpres.org/community-groups Sunday Services: www.midtownpres.org

- "The Amazing Story of the Priest Who Wrote the Hymn, 'ONWARD, CHRISTIAN SOLDIERS'" - INES FRANKLIN: "Navigating Your Own Unique Journey of Faith" - GARY THOMAS: "Discovering the 'SACRED PATHWAYS' Which Help Us Establish a Better Connection with God"

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With our relationship with God, the way we individually connect with Him is not a one-size-fits-all approach. It is something that each of us has the privilege of doing. However, it is important to note that there is no universal method that applies to everyone.While there are certain practices that all of us engage in, such as praying, worshiping, studying scripture, giving, and taking communion, the way we personally connect with God is like adding gasoline to an already burning fire.This is precisely what the book "Sacred Pathways" aims to explore and explain.Champion Church of St. Augustine, Floridahttps://championchurch.cc/https://www.instagram.com/championchurch_/https://www.facebook.com/ChampionChurch.CC

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How can you prepare for marriage well? Greg and Erin see to answer that question in the episode by talking about premarital and some practical things Christian couples should do before marriage! Dr. David Gudgel joins them to talk about the importance of commitment. Plus, we'll hear from newlywed, Megan Seeley about what questions she had before marriage!   Receive the book Ready to Wed for your donation of any amount!   The Focus on the Family Marriage Assessment is designed to evaluate the strength of 12 essential traits of your marriage. Do you know your marriage's strengths and weaknesses?   Visit our store for a copy of the book Sacred Pathways.   What questions should you ask a young man who wants to marry your daughter? Answers to these 12 big, important, overarching questions might hold the key to your daughter's future happiness.   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

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Today, we see the different ways we were made for worship! Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49051271

In this episode, Lori and Christina discuss pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago AND in our everyday lives with author, speaker, film maker and fellow podcaster Tony Kriz. Mentioned in the podcast:Book. Sacred Pathways by Gary Thomas. https://a.co/d/dhNJ3dY.www.tonykriz.com. Books. Films. Speaker engagement requests.Tony and Kari's podcast: Pilgrim Lost. https://pilgrimlost.com/New feature documentary coming soon: “Sentenced”

Join us as we talk about Scared Pathways and learn more about how to connect with God! Recommended Resources: Sacred Pathways by Gary Thomas, Ignatius Spiritual Practices, Spiritual Rhythms for the Enneagram: A Handbook for Harmony and Transformation by Adele Ahlberg Calhoun, Spiritual Disciplines Handbook by Adele Ahlberg Calhoun, Sensible Shoes by Sharon Garlough Brown, Ruth Haley Barton, Henri Nouwen.

Gary Thomas is a writer-in-residence at Second Baptist Church in Houston, Texas, and an adjunct faculty member teaching on spiritual formation at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon, and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston, Texas. He is the author of twenty books including the highly popular Sacred Marriage, also Sacred Pathways, Cherish, Sacred Parenting, and the Gold Medallion Award-winning Authentic Faith.  Gary has a master's degree from Regent College, where he studied under Dr. J.I. Packer, and was awarded an honorary doctorate in divinity from Western Seminary. Gary has spoken in forty-nine states and ten different countries. He has appeared numerous times on various national radio and television programs, including CBN, Focus on the family. and Family Life Today.  To contact Gary or to get a copy of his new book (Making Your Marriage a Fortress), just go to his website: http://www.GaryThomas.com 

Anyone else feel like their value comes from how much they accomplish? What if you did less in order to accomplish your most meaningful work? Join Mandy and Katie as they talk through margin, and how it carries different meaning for different people. They discuss how to take inventory of where you are physically, intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually through the P.I.E.S exercise and dive into Gary Thomas' book, "Sacred Pathways,” as a way to increase awareness around intimate connection with God and how that lends itself to prioritizing what matters most. 

Have you ever wondered what a disciple is or what a disciple does? This Sunday, Pastor Mark will walk alongside each of us as we travel down the Sacred Pathways to follow Christ. We invite you to take the time to join us this Labor Day weekend either in person or online at…

Have you ever wondered what a disciple is or what a disciple does? This Sunday, Pastor Mark will walk alongside each of us as we travel down the Sacred Pathways to follow Christ. We invite you to take the time to join us this Labor Day weekend either in person or online at…

- GARY THOMAS: "Sacred Pathways: 9 Ways to Connect with the Heart of God" - ROBERT J MORGAN: "Great Is Thy Faithfulness: 52 Reasons to Trust God When Hope Feels Lost" - "Aaron and Melissa Klein are Close to REOPENING SWEET CAKES BY MELISSA after Wrongfully Being Prosecuted for Refusing to Make a Cake for a Same-Sex 'Wedding' Reception!" - "The Retirement Age in America has Gone UP Over the Past 30 Years. Why Does Roger Believe this is Actually GOOD NEWS?"

Have you ever tried to emulate someone & quickly became frustrated when you didn't get the intended results? This can happen quickly in how we worship. God wants your worship according to the way He made you! Check out this week's message, "Sacred Pathways", where Pastor Josh walks us through the myriad of ways Christians develop their relationship with God. To not only understand ourselves better, but to be empathetic to those around us.

Today Lisa interviews Sarah Lynn Grubb, the Central Programming Director at Real Life Church in Valencia, CA. Listen in as Sarah describes the beautiful gift of a recent 45-day sabbatical and her intentionality toward weekly rhythms of sabbath to help her serve her church and rest as a child of God. Blessings Ranch The 5 Minute Journal The Rest of God by Mark Buchanan  When the Soul Listens By Jan Johnson  Sacred Pathways by Gary Thomas

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Each episode, I mention that life often makes it easy to forget - to forget the truth about who God is and who we are called to be. We are prone to forget, and it's important to pay attention to what helps us remember. Because the truth is, we don't all connect with God in the same way. God connects with each of us differently. Uniquely. And the way we each feel connected to God matters. In today's episode, I'm sharing nine different spiritual personalities in the hopes that together, we will remember what helps us remember. Listen in. Sacred Pathways by Gary Thomas Website: www.remindherpodcast.com  Instagram: @remindherpodcast 

"The Sacred Pathways" are the nine spiritual styles discussed by Gary Thomas. It is important that we understand our spiritual temperament, because knowing how God has wired us could actually help us more effectively draw near to God. We hope that through this series, you can get a clearer picture of God's unique design in your life and how that allows you to draw near to Him.

"The Sacred Pathways" are the nine spiritual styles discussed by Gary Thomas. It is important that we understand our spiritual temperament, because knowing how God has wired us could actually help us more effectively draw near to God. We hope that through this series, you can get a clearer picture of God's unique design in your life and how that allows you to draw near to Him.

Gary Thomas is a writer in residence at Second Baptist Church in Houston, Texas, and an adjunct faculty member teaching on spiritual formation at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston, Texas. He is the author of 19 books, including Sacred Marriage (Over 1 MILLION copies sold!), Sacred Pathways, Cherish, Sacred Parenting, and the Gold Medallion Award-winning Authentic Faith. He has a master's degree from Regent College, where he studied under Dr. J.I. Packer and was awarded an honorary doctorate in divinity from Western Seminary. Gary has spoken in 49 states and 10 different countries. He has appeared numerous times on various national radio and television programs, including CBN, Focus on the Family and Family Life Today. ... Get exclusive access to even more inspiring and helpful content by becoming a patron! Find us on Patreon at patreon.com/thecollectedpodcast. To learn more about Collected Workshops email hello@collectedworkshops.com. Collected workshops are centered on worship, restorative creativity, and designated time for reflection, evaluation, and setting intentions. We provide a safe environment for practicing low-stakes creative risk-taking that will spur participants on to have the grit and courage to embrace their gifting and step further into their calling. For access to all episodes and show notes, please visit thecollectedpodcast.com. Follow us on Instagram! Tia @TiaMcNellyNotes- Blogging about digging for the divine in the everyday. Are you longing to hear from God? Visit tiamcnelly.com for Five Ways God Speaks in Everyday Life Jes @sprezzafoundry- Use code ‘podcast' for 10% off your order of hand lettered art at sprezzafoundry.etsy.com Mikala @thecreativespaceNC Collected @collectedworkshops This episode of The Collected Podcast was recorded and edited by Jacob Early.