Podcasts about single minded

Send us a textSo many of us wrestle with the waiting, the longing, and the questions that come with singleness. In today's episode, I'm joined by author Bob Wheatley, who literally wrote the book on this season—Single-Minded. Together, we dive into the truth about singleness that often goes unspoken: how God uses this time to shape you, prepare you, and remind you that your worth is not defined by your relationship status.Whether you're tired of the wait, struggling to trust God's timing, or simply curious about what He's doing in your life right now—this conversation will leave you encouraged and re-centered on the One who never wastes a season.

Excellence doesn't require obsession—it requires integration. We've all heard the advice: focus on one thing, say no to everything else, single-minded purpose is the path to success. Books like Gary Keller's The One Thing and Greg McKeown's Essentialism make a powerful case for focus. But what happens when that focus becomes obsession? In this episode of Tales from The Lane, Kate unpacks the dark side of a single-minded pursuit—burnout, isolation, and the crushing disappointment of reaching the “top” only to find it lonely. Drawing on insights from Benjamin Hardy, research from the Harvard Study of Adult Development, and real-world examples from Yo-Yo Ma to Venus Williams, Kate makes the case for a different kind of excellence. One rooted in balance, relationships, and impact. You'll learn: Why obsession is not the same as excellence. How even your biggest achievements can feel hollow without integration. The critical role relationships and contribution play in long-term fulfillment. Practical strategies for pursuing excellence without sacrificing everything else. If you've ever felt the pressure to “go all in” on one singular purpose—or if you've achieved success but still feel something's missing—this episode is for you. Tales from The Lane is the podcast for high achievers and successful creatives who want more than just accomplishments—they want a deeply fulfilling life. Links & Resources: Grab my free Quarterly Retreat Planning Guide Follow me on Instagram: @katekayaian My book: Beyond Potential: A Guide for Creatives Who Want to Re-Assess, Re-Define, and Re-Ignite Their Careers – Order here

This episode of Fed by the Fruit KB invites Bob Wheatley, a bestselling author and former professional athlete, to share his unique perspective on the experience of being single within the Christian faith.Bob introduces the concept of the "Pauline advantage," derived from Scripture, which posits that singleness can provide individuals with the opportunity to serve God wholeheartedly without the distractions that come with marital commitments.Throughout the episode, we explore Wheatley's motivations for writing his book, "Single Minded," which serves as a resource for those navigating the complexities of Christian singleness. Ultimately, this episode encourages listeners to embrace their current season, recognizing its potential for spiritual growth and fulfillment.This episode serves as both an informative guide to embrace a healthier, more balanced lifestyle, encouraging listeners to embark on their journeys with renewed vigor and compassion.Connect with Bob on Instagram and reach out to KB on Instagram and share your thoughts.

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Series: N/AService: Sun AM WorshipType: SermonSpeaker: Phillip ShumakeSummary Single MindedDate & Time:2025-08-03 Sunday AM WorshipPreacher:Phillip ShumakeDuration:approximately 28 minutes Scripture:2 Corinthians 11Topics Covered:Single-mindedness vs. double-mindedness in the New TestamentBiblical definitions and usage of single-mindedness (haplates)Personal and congregational applications of being single-minded in faithDangers of false teaching and double-mindednessNew Testament church practices and apostolic authorityOversight and financial stewardship in the local churchEncouragement to commit single-mindedly to ChristKey Points or Explanations:Single-mindedness means sincere, simple, and pure devotion to Christ without hypocrisy.Paul compares devotion to Christ to a marriage commitment.Single-mindedness leads to diligent work and generous giving.Double-mindedness arises from tolerating false teachings and weighing pros and cons against apostolic teaching.Apostles are…

Series: N/AService: Sun AM WorshipType: SermonSpeaker: Phillip ShumakeSummary Single MindedDate & Time:2025-08-03 Sunday AM WorshipPreacher:Phillip ShumakeDuration:approximately 28 minutes Scripture:2 Corinthians 11Topics Covered:Single-mindedness vs. double-mindedness in the New TestamentBiblical definitions and usage of single-mindedness (haplates)Personal and congregational applications of being single-minded in faithDangers of false teaching and double-mindednessNew Testament church practices and apostolic authorityOversight and financial stewardship in the local churchEncouragement to commit single-mindedly to ChristKey Points or Explanations:Single-mindedness means sincere, simple, and pure devotion to Christ without hypocrisy.Paul compares devotion to Christ to a marriage commitment.Single-mindedness leads to diligent work and generous giving.Double-mindedness arises from tolerating false teachings and weighing pros and cons against apostolic teaching.Apostles are…

Simple devotion is also a single-minded devotion. Learn what that means as we look at the life of Jesus.

Main point: In 1 Corinthians 7:25-40 Paul explains four advantages that the Christian single person can have in serving God.

In this episode of Pagecst at the Kingsmead Book Fair, Jean-Marie Korff is in conversation with four authors who are creating thrilling narratives around crime, culture, identity and their social realities. In this episode, Jean-Marie Korff speaks with: Marina Auer, a medical doctor turned author, whose novel Single Minded explores the pressures and resilience of hospital life. Costa Ayiotis, South African-Greek author and former UN diplomat, who shares his nostalgic and humorous memoir Matriarchs, Meze and the Evil Eye, reflecting on family, culture, and identity. Tony Park, acclaimed thriller writer, discusses his latest novel The Protector, focusing on wildlife crime and conservation. Juliette Manitshana-Mnqeta, legal transcriptionist and isiXhosa translator, whose debut crime novel If the Dead Could Talk investigates justice and memory in South Africa. Discover their writing rituals, the inspiration behind their stories, and how their South African heritage shapes their work. #PagecastPodcast #SouthAfricanAuthors #CrimeFiction #CulturalStorytelling #SouthAfricanLiterature #ThrillerWriters #LiteraryPodcast #WildlifeConservation #AfricanAuthors #StorytellingMatters

Your identity and purpose aren't defined by your relationship status—they're rooted in Christ. This message explores the biblical gift of singleness and the deeper purpose God has for your life, whether you're single, married, or somewhere in between. Discover how to live with purpose and joy, no matter your season.Need Prayer?

Message from Jim Osborne on May 4, 2025

Before the Apostle Paul changed the world for Jesus, he actively opposed him. Here's his origin story, transformation, and what they mean for us.

Before the Apostle Paul changed the world for Jesus, he actively opposed him. Here's his origin story, transformation, and what they mean for us.

In this episode, we continue to delve into the often overlooked topic of singleness within the church. We discuss cultural perceptions, theological perspectives, and the importance of empowering singles in leadership roles. The conversation emphasizes that singles are not less loved or blessed by God compared to married individuals, highlights the need for churches to value and celebrate the contributions of singles, and encourages singles to embrace their gift of singleness and recognize its potential for spiritual growth and community building.ChaptersIntroduction to the Podcast and Theme of Singleness00:55 Cultural Perceptions of Singleness06:11 Theological Perspectives on Singleness12:00 Empowerment and Leadership for Singles18:00 Valuing Singles in Church and Community23:02 Embracing Singleness as a Gift

GRA Overcomer's World is a trans-denominational kingdom church that focuses on teaching the infallible and engrafted words of our Lord Jesus Christ to deliver perishing souls. On this podcast, Dr. Tayo Emmanuel teaches the present truth that is necessary for our spiritual development and empowerment. As you listen to these powerful messages, we pray that you will be conformed to the image of our Lord Jesus Christ.

"For everyone born of God is victorious and overcomes the world; and this is the victory that has conquered and overcome the world--our [continuing, persistent] faith [in Jesus the Son of God]. 5 Who is the one who is victorious and overcomes the world? It is the one who believes and recognizes the fact that Jesus is the Son of God." - 1 John 5:4-5 AMP Restore Church | Yorkville, ILSunday Mornings at 10 AMJordan & Melissa Gash, Pastorswww.restorechurchyorkville.com

"For everyone born of God is victorious and overcomes the world; and this is the victory that has conquered and overcome the world--our [continuing, persistent] faith [in Jesus the Son of God]. 5 Who is the one who is victorious and overcomes the world? It is the one who believes and recognizes the fact that Jesus is the Son of God." - 1 John 5:4-5 AMP Restore Church | Yorkville, ILSunday Mornings at 10 AMJordan & Melissa Gash, Pastorswww.restorechurchyorkville.com

In this passage we see Paul and Silas cast out a demon from a slave girl, get beaten and thrown into prison, and God miraculously save them through an earthquake. In all these events, Paul remains focused on the gospel of Jesus Christ.

In this episode of the Imitating Jesus podcast, host Ryan Seibert and guests Lewie Clark and Anna Robinson discuss the essential role of singles in kingdom leadership, as highlighted in Lewie's new book, 'Single-Minded Service.' They explore the unique opportunities and challenges faced by singles in the church, address biases and misconceptions, and emphasize the importance of community and belonging for singles within the body of Christ. The conversation encourages singles to take initiative in creating their own communities and highlights the significant impact they can have on families and the church as a whole.

Evan Rouleau preaches on single-minded obedience.

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Singleness isn't a waiting room—it's a calling. Paul reminds us that whether single or married, our devotion to Christ comes first. What if singleness is a gift meant for a purpose, not just a season to endure? Let's talk about it this Sunday in Week 2 of "You Don't Complete Me".

This is part 1 of the series titled Victorious Faith. In this message Pastor Vern teaches on the importance of singlemindedness to walk in faith. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.pacbible.org/

CURRENT SERMON SERIES: Dispatches from Cell 92: Bonhoeffer on Faith and Resistance January 12–March 2 Some call him a martyr. Others a spy and assassin. But before his arrest and execution by the Nazis in 1945, Dietrich Bonhoeffer was a pastor and theologian whose writings on Christianity have become more relevant today than ever. In this six-part series, we'll explore Bonhoeffer's thoughts on grace, faith, responsibility, and resistance for clues about how we might live out our faith in ways that make a difference in today's world.  The series includes an all-church book study and documentary film discussion.

Message from Iki Taimi on January 25, 2025

Read OnlineHe told his disciples to have a boat ready for him because of the crowd, so that they would not crush him. He had cured many and, as a result, those who had diseases were pressing upon him to touch him. Mark 3:9–10 It's fascinating to ponder the enthusiasm that so many people had toward Jesus. In the passage above, we see Jesus asked His disciples to have a boat ready for Him so that He would not be crushed as He taught the crowd. He had been curing many who were sick, and the crowd was pressing upon Him to try to simply touch Him.This scene provides us with an illustration of what must happen within our interior lives regarding our Lord. The people can be said to have been single-minded in their devotion to Jesus and fervent in their desire for Him. Granted, their desire may have been somewhat selfishly motivated by the desire for physical cures of their ailments and those of their loved ones, but nonetheless, their attraction was real and powerful, driving them to put their complete focus upon our Lord.Jesus' choice to get into a boat and distance Himself a bit from the crowd was also an act of love. Why? Because this act allowed Jesus to help them refocus upon His deeper mission. Though He did miracles out of compassion and so as to manifest His almighty power, His primary focus was to teach people and to lead them into the full Truth of the message He was preaching. Therefore, by separating Himself from them, they were invited to listen to Him rather than just try to touch Him for the sake of a physical miracle. For Jesus, the spiritual wholeness He desired to give the crowd was of much greater significance than any physical healing He also gave.In our own lives, Jesus may “separate” Himself from us in somewhat superficial ways so that we will be more open to the deeper and more transforming purpose of His life. For example, He may remove certain feelings of consolation or permit us to encounter some trial through which He seems to be less present to us. But when this happens, it is always so that we will turn to Him on a deeper level of trust and openness so as to be drawn more deeply into a relationship of love.Reflect, today, upon how single-minded your devotion is to our Lord. From there, ponder, also, if you are more attached to the good feelings and consolations you seek or if your devotion is deeper, focused more on the transforming message our Lord wants to preach to you. See yourself on that shore, listening to Jesus speak, and allow His holy words to transform your life more deeply. My saving God, I turn to You, this day, and seek to be single-minded in my love and devotion to You. Help me, first and foremost, to listen to Your transforming Word and to allow that Word to become the central focus of my life. Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.Featured image above: Christ preaching to the multitudes By James Smetham, via Wikimedia Commons

Hear the message from Ps Ryan Rolls live from our 11:30am service at our Alpharetta campus on Sunday, December 29th! We stream our services live every Sunday at 9:30am and 11:30am ET on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, so make sure you subscribe to our channel and get notifications to join us live.

Justina Page is an international speaker and natural storyteller who speaks with a bold and refreshing honesty. She's the author of the award-winning book, The Circle of Fire which tells the story of how Justina's life was changed forever when fire swept through her home, the loss of her 22-month-old twin son, Amos, the severe lasting injuries of her other twin son, Benjamin, and her own devastating experience of third-degree burns covering 55 percent of her body. She's also the author of 20 other literary works. Justina now inspires audiences with a powerful message of hope and triumph. She's the Founder & Executive Director of The Amos House of Faith, a nonprofit organization, established to provide post-burn support to families affected by burn trauma. She's a voice over actor and children audio producer. She's also an actress in the award-winning faith-based movie We Are Stronger, the inspirational TV series Breaking Strongholds, and a few other upcoming films. She resides in Richmond, TX with her husband of 37 years Pastor James Page. She believes that with God, all things are possible!

2024-11-12 I Inquiry I Single-Minded Way I Flint Sparks by Appamada

Pippa speaks to author Dr Marina Auer, a Durban-based doctor and mother, about her new release Single Minded, which was published by Kwela Books earlier this year. It is a follow-up to her first novel Double Edged, although it's a completely stand-alone novel.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back with another dangerous bounty hunter duo: Bossk and Dengar! Join us as we break down their unit and stance cards, analyze their unique mechanics, and share our thoughts on how they'll perform on the battlefield. We sprinkle in some list building as well as both units have some potentially exciting new homes. Thank you to Atomic Mass Games for sending us this promotional copy for us to review in advance. Hello There! is a podcast about the tabletop game ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Star Wars Shatterpoint⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and the Star Wars Universe. ___________________________________ Click the link below to help us out! The more people that click on the link below and follow our pages - the higher the potential of AMG to providing us with more giveaway items in the future. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/SWP-HelloThere⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ___________________________________ Hello There! is supported by our wonderful patrons on Patreon. If you would like to help the show, and join our discord community, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/hellotherecast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and pledge your support. Hello There! Patrons directly support the show and its growth by helping pay our monthly and annual fees, while contributing to future projects and endeavors. ___________________________________ Twitch I ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HelloThereCast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter I ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HelloThereCast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram I ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HelloThereCast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook I ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HelloThereCast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube I  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HelloThereCast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ l⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ l⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ __________________________________ Hello There! is hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jesse Eakin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Aman Khusro⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hellotherecast/support

In this seminar we will redefine the labels and terminologies commonly used to describe the singleness or unmarried persons. We will highlight the leading advantages, positive gains, and additional achievements that unmarried people possess and actually enjoy. There are a lot of advantages and freedoms for serving alone in ministry— like uninterrupted focusing on tasks, managing time/schedule, easier decision-making process, setting budget/finances for spending, moving between housing and living situations, building multiple friendships, engaging in wide range of activities, planning and traveling, and enhancing local/global outreach. However, there are also challenges for long-term singleness in ministry (being unmarried/unattached), whether serving across towns or across national borders, that can be emotionally unsettling and can create inner dissatisfaction or even chronic frustration. Not knowing how to handle our unmet needs, aloneness/loneliness, unfulfilled desires, and similar mental-emotional conditions/states, can actually hinder our sense of contentment in life and decrease our overall effectiveness in global service. We all have an innate need to nurture and care for other(s) and to be nurtured and cared for by others. Virtually, “to love and to be loved” is a universal principal... Unfortunately, people with low or poor social skills tend to struggle more than average, due to their apprehension about social mixing and their high tendency to isolate.  In this session we will highlight the joys-rewards and the challenges-struggles of the single life of people who are involved in the helping professions, especially in Christian ministry and missions. We will define terminologies, correct misconceptions, encourage realistic expectations (of self-others-life-God), differentiate between legitimate psychological intimacy and physical sexuality, rediscover a biblical paradigm for creative singleness-living (solo-operation), and press on to develop a contented aloneness, instead of struggling with isolation and loneliness. We will present practical suggestions and guidelines for a more fulfilling life in service— How to translate our frustrations into strengths and build a Koinonia around us, as an intimate community, that is mutually nurturing and empowering; how to build healthy relationships with the opposite gender/sex; how to begin looking for a partner-companion-mate when the time is ripe (courtship); and how to cultivate single-mindedness, joy along the journey, and higher aspirations for the Kingdom, while keeping “eternity in our hearts” so that we know what God is doing from beginning to end. Finally, the presenter will share from his own personal journey, over 40 years of cross-cultural ministry and still, single never married, with a full life and plenty of open doors, platforms, and opportunities. Session recorded on Friday, November 10th during Session Block #5 at 4:00 PM EST ; speaker: Naji Abi-Hashem, PhD Session webpage: https://www.medicalmissions.com/events/gmhc-2023/sessions/single-minded-singleness-handling-the-challenges-rewards-of-being-unmarried-in-ministry

Count the cost and Don't look back are in a sense two ways to say the same thing.   From The Commands by Michael Phillips. Read by Michael Kimball. More information on this and similar writings may be found at Father of the Inklings. Visit Amazon to purchase The Commands and other books by Michael Phillips.

Contentment can be difficult when it comes to being single. Nancy, Charmaine, and Katie help us look to Jesus in the season of singleness.

Contentment can be difficult when it comes to being single. Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth, Charmaine Porter, and Katie McCoy help us look to Jesus in the season of singleness.on Revive Our Hearts Weekend. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/453/29

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Buddhism Reference – Single Minded Buddha. Happiness in this Life is a Gosho written to remind us that our life condition is always under our control via our Buddha consciousness. We chant to awaken and maintain our attitude and intent with regard to our maximal life potential at all times. “Buddhism Reference” – Now Available   Threefoldlotus.com/home/Ebooks.htm

This morning we continued in our current series, Christian Living In The Current of Culture, an exposition of 1 Corinthians. This sermon titled “Single-Minded Devotion” is from 1 Corinthians 7:25-40 and was preached by Pastor Thomas Terry.In our culture, two modern secular movements have influenced many Christians. The first movement is the modern Entrepreneurial Movement that over-emphasizes self empowerment and individual achievement, thus undervaluing marriage. The second movement is the Traditionalist Movement that sees marriage as the most beneficial way to achieve financial success and human flourishing. People in this movement view marriage as superior to singleness and the impetus for all the great things life has to offer. For Christians we must view both marriage and singleness as gifts to be kept in an eternal perspective and to be used to glorify God. This should cause all of us in the church to create a synergy between married people and single people knowing we need each other.

Today I'm sharing an interview I did with the Single Minded Stories Podcast! It was a great chance to share about myself and my own story in a way that I haven't yet done on this show.   Here are those sweet, sweet links: Single Minded Stories Podcast Single Minded Stories Website Single Minded Ministry Website   Join the conversation! Help us ordinary people help other ordinary people by calling or emailing your questions, experiences, topics you'd like to see covered, and more! Voice Mailbox: 615-953-0360 Email: professionalthirdwheelpodcast@gmail.com Instagram Facebook Website:  www.professionalthirdwheelpodcast.com

Welcome to our final episode of Season 2 of Single Minded Stories. Today we meet Kevin, who describes his Single Minded story as intentional. Listen now to find out why. Kevin has his own podcast called "Observations of a Professional Third Wheel", which features conversations encouraging friendships between single and married people. You can find all the episodes at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/observations-of-a-professional-third-wheel/id1709191120

HT1909 - A World with No Cameras What would you do if you were to wake up to find yourself in a world with no cameras? Would you still be an art creator with a different medium? Or, is your relationship with photography so photographic that without photography you would not create artwork? All previous episodes of Here's a Thought . . . are available to members of LensWork Online. 30-day Trial Memberships are only $10. Instant access, terabytes of content, inspiration and ideas that expand daily with new content. Sign up for instant access! You might also be interested in. . . Every Picture Is a Compromise, a series at www.brooksjensenarts.com that looks at failures as a way to learn. and... "How to" tutorials and camera reviews are everywhere on YouTube, but if you're interested in photography and the creative life, you need to know about the incredible resources you can access as a member of LensWork Online.

HT1902 - Single-minded Attention One of the reasons I love the creative aspects of photography is that doing photography seduces me into a single-minded and thoroughly focused attention. In fact, without that level of immersion, I find my photographs are remote, emotionless, empty. All previous episodes of Here's a Thought . . . are available to members of LensWork Online. 30-day Trial Memberships are only $10. Instant access, terabytes of content, inspiration and ideas that expand daily with new content. Sign up for instant access! You might also be interested in. . . Every Picture Is a Compromise, a series at www.brooksjensenarts.com that looks at failures as a way to learn. and... "How to" tutorials and camera reviews are everywhere on YouTube, but if you're interested in photography and the creative life, you need to know about the incredible resources you can access as a member of LensWork Online.

He told his disciples to have a boat ready for him because of the crowd, so that they would not crush him. He had cured many and, as a result, those who had diseases were pressing upon him to touch him. Mark 3:9–10It's fascinating to ponder the enthusiasm that so many people had toward Jesus. In the passage above, we see Jesus asked His disciples to have a boat ready for Him so that He would not be crushed as He taught the crowd. He had been curing many who were sick, and the crowd was pressing upon Him to try to simply touch Him.This scene provides us with an illustration of what must happen within our interior lives regarding our Lord. The people can be said to have been single-minded in their devotion to Jesus and fervent in their desire for Him. Granted, their desire may have been somewhat selfishly motivated by the desire for physical cures of their ailments and those of their loved ones, but nonetheless, their attraction was real and powerful, driving them to put their complete focus upon our Lord.Jesus' choice to get into a boat and distance Himself a bit from the crowd was also an act of love. Why? Because this act allowed Jesus to help them refocus upon His deeper mission. Though He did miracles out of compassion and so as to manifest His almighty power, His primary focus was to teach people and to lead them into the full Truth of the message He was preaching. Therefore, by separating Himself from them, they were invited to listen to Him rather than just try to touch Him for the sake of a physical miracle. For Jesus, the spiritual wholeness He desired to give the crowd was of much greater significance than any physical healing He also gave.In our own lives, Jesus may “separate” Himself from us in somewhat superficial ways so that we will be more open to the deeper and more transforming purpose of His life. For example, He may remove certain feelings of consolation or permit us to encounter some trial through which He seems to be less present to us. But when this happens, it is always so that we will turn to Him on a deeper level of trust and openness so as to be drawn more deeply into a relationship of love. Reflect, today, upon how single-minded your devotion is to our Lord. From there, ponder, also, if you are more attached to the good feelings and consolations you seek or if your devotion is deeper, focused more on the transforming message our Lord wants to preach to you. See yourself on that shore, listening to Jesus speak, and allow His holy words to transform your life more deeply.My saving God, I turn to You, this day, and seek to be single-minded in my love and devotion to You. Help me, first and foremost, to listen to Your transforming Word and to allow that Word to become the central focus of my life. Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2024 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.