Monthly Archives: February 2019

Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God

Posted on February 22, 2019 by R.H. (Rusty) Foerger

Tim Keller wrote a book, titled Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God. In an interview with Tony Reinke of desiringGod.org, he answers “10 Questions on Prayer“. Below is a lightly edited transcript of the conversation . I was struck that … Continue reading →

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The Presence of God

Posted on February 15, 2019 by R.H. (Rusty) Foerger

Today’s offering comes from the “spiritual maxims” of Brother Lawrence – a 17th Century kitchen help in a monastery, whose letters and maxims have survived the centuries: The holiest, most common, most necessary practice in the spiritual life is the … Continue reading →

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Prayer as Communion

Posted on February 8, 2019 by R.H. (Rusty) Foerger

While Jesus certainly prayed vocally both in private and public, these utterances did not encompass the fullness of his relationship with his Father. A fuller reading of the Gospels shows that Jesus lived in constant communion with the Father even when … Continue reading →

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The Mystery of Friendship

Posted on February 1, 2019 by R.H. (Rusty) Foerger

Friendship and love should be the safe regions where your unknown selves can come out and play. Instead of holding your friend or beloved limited within the neat cage of frightened identity, love should liberate both of you to celebrate … Continue reading →

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