Soul Talks with PB

Practicing solitude has a dual purpose. It allows us to find rest in the Lord and engage in a spiritual battle against the enemies of our soul. Instead of running away from these adversaries, we confront and engage with them. Our inner world is often controlled by the distractions of the world, as we pay more attention to them than to God. To break free from this cycle, we must address these distr...

What happens when we go to our quiet place? We have encounters. The first encounter is with our Self. If we truly seek God's presence in solitude, we will encounter our true selves. It may or may not be pleasant, but it will always be truthful. Only through that naked encounter can we find true healing in the Lord. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The spiritual writer Henri Nouwen once said that “solitude is not a private, therapeutic place ... it is the place of encounter.” Solitude is not an easy path, but it is the ancient path — the Jesus path — to a strong, deep, joyful, vibrant life with God. Let's talk about practicing solitude. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There is a dimension of prayer that goes beyond words to a simple, loving presence. This is called contemplation. Contemplation is a form of prayer that goes beyond words to the loving presence of God. It allows us to connect with Him in a profound and sacred way, experiencing unity and oneness with Him. In this state, we let go of our thoughts and desires and surrender to the whispers of God, all...

An important aspect of prayer is listening to God, not just talking to or with Him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While the spiritual journey is not linear, most of us learn to pray just like little children. We learn the vocabulary and grammar of life with God. We say, "Daddy." We say, "Mommy." So to God, we say, "Our Father who is in heaven…" But there comes a time when we desire a more personalized relationship with God. So, we begin intuitively to talk with God. In other words, we talk with Him to tell hi...

We must not be embarrassed to use pre-made prayers or prayers made by others. That, too, is prayer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After stopping, resting, and delighting in the Lord, let us use our Sabbath day to worship the Lord. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sorrow is inevitable in life. It will come even though we don't want it. But joy is a gift from God. It is also a discipline. Richard Foster calls the Sabbath a "discipline of celebration." In other words, we must choose to delight during the Sabbath. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As we continue to study about the Sabbath, let us now focus on the idea of rest. We live in a restless world. All around us are messages to do more and to accomplish more, never finding the rest that we so desperately need. Practicing the Sabbath is a form of resistance to this endless restlessness that we find in this world. Let us learn together what this means. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Join me this coming Friday, July 28, as we learn together how to practice the Sabbath as born-again Christians. It's not just an Old Testament practice; it's for us, too. We don't want to miss the blessings of experiencing God's rest as He promised. Our first session is entitled "Stop." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Examen Prayer (or Prayer of Examen) is a crucial spiritual discipline that we need to learn to pay atttention to God on a regular basis. Come and join me as we learn how to do this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Prayer of Examen (or the Examen Prayer) is a very important spiritual discipline. We need to know when to practice it so that we can grow in our relationship with God. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Prayer of Examen is a framework developed by St. Ignatius Loyola in the 16th century. It is a daily habit of reflection to review one’s day with Jesus, examining where one shined his light in the world and where one fell short. Join me as we reflect on the theological basis of this important spiritual discipline. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spiritual discernment is a crucial aspect of the Christian life that involves the ability to distinguish between what is true and what is false, what is good and what is evil, and what is of God and what is of the devil. It is a process of seeking guidance from God through prayer, studying the Bible, and listening to the Holy Spirit. The importance of spiritual discernment lies in the fact that it...

A home is a crucial place for spiritual formation, where parents can create an environment that nurtures their children's faith through practices like prayer and reading the Bible together. By doing so, children can develop a sense of purpose and meaning in their lives, and families can make a positive impact on their communities. Let's talk about this. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcast...

The Bible is very important for our spiritual walk and growth. Unfortunately, not everyone has an easy time reading or studying the Bible. Many people struggle due to language barriers, lack of access, or simply not having the time to study it. Despite these struggles, there are ways to overcome them. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soultalkswithpb/message Host...

Practicing true repentance is a critical part of spiritual and relational growth, leading to peace, healing, spiritual growth, and a more fulfilling life. It involves acknowledging wrongdoing, feeling genuine remorse, confessing sin, making a sincere effort to change, seeking forgiveness, and cultivating a heart of gratitude, humility, and compassion. It's more than just saying, "I'm sorry." --- S...

Spiritual discernment helps us to understand the meaning and significance of events, experiences, and encounters. Noticing and evaluating our emotional responses to them are the building blocks of true spiritual discernment. This helps us in making decisions, solving problems, and navigating difficult situations. Taking the time to discern the convergence between them helps us to identify patterns...

God called us and saved us so that we may experience real life in Christ. Jesus said, "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full." (John 10:10) Unfortunately, many followers of Christ today are not experiencing this. They are looking forward to it in the next life someday but not now. How can we experience real life today? ---...

You probably have heard the saying, "You are free to choose but you are not free to choose the consequences." This is especially true when it comes to our choices regarding Jesus. Whether we believe and follow Him or not is our choice. But we cannot escape the consequences if we choose the latter rather than the former. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soultalks...

Our desires are important. But we must learn how to discern them. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soultalkswithpb/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Choosing between a vocation or a career is an important matter of the soul. Most of us decide on these matters without discerning God's will. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soultalkswithpb/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you want to know more about God's will for your life? You need to know the difference between deciding and discerning. Those two spiritual tasks are equally important but they are different from each other. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soultalkswithpb/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Salvation is free because it is by grace through faith. It is available to all. However, some people do not receive it because of three hindrances. Find out what they are. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soultalkswithpb/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.