Kneeling with Giants

Published on Oct 29, 2022

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

Kneeling with Giants

Bishop's Convocation, 2022
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Prayer

Talkin' Bout a Revolution.
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What is our vision?

we work so hard to preserve the institution

What else can I do?

"If you will, you can become ALL FLAME!"
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Blessed

restored to the intended relation
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Relationship

the heart of the Christian life

Martin Luther

faith as marriage, forge, and trust

Not "religion"?

a basket to carry the precious relationship
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Thesis 1

You need prayer to build the relationship

Thesis 2

You need a prayer life that fits
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Thesis 3

Your church may not teach what you need

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Thesis 4

Your needs may change over time
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Thesis 5

You need a well-rounded diet of prayer
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The Back Story

old books, spiritual hunger, and curiosity
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Young Life

The Practice of the Presence of God

Rich Diversity

connecting with the infinitely creative God
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"What should we say?"

Luther's approach to the Lord's Prayer

"What's happening in me?"

The Puritans and their journals.
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"What's happening in me?"

The Puritans and their journals.
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"How can I abide with you?"

The Cloud of Unknowing

"How can I pray for sick people?"

Agnes Sanford's The Healing Light

Explore!

Alone or in a group

Building faith

ask clearly, picture healing, give thanks