Episode 268 - Michael John Cusick, "The Art of Listening: Cultivating Intimacy with God through Lectio Divina"

"It's about letting the words and the images wash over you. It's about allowing them to surround you. It's about allowing God's spirit to draw you close." - Michael John Cusick<br/><br/>On this episode of Restoring the Soul, Michael discusses the practice of Lectio Divina, a spiritual reading practice that deepens one's relationship with God. He reflects on the importance of the four movements: reading, reflecting, responding, and resting. Michael also shares personal experiences and insights, emphasizing the need to listen for words and images when engaging with scripture. <br/><br/>Join him as he invites listeners to practice Lectio Divina using a passage from Matthew 11:28-30, known for teaching about learning the unforced rhythms of grace. Throughout the episode, Michael encourages listeners to embrace silence, respond authentically, and find rest in God's words. <br/><br/>HELPFUL RESOURCES:<br/>- Episode 267 - Michael John Cusick, "Slow Down and Open Your Heart with Lectio Divina: 5 Reasons to Learn"<br/>- Opening to God: Lectio Divina and Life as Prayer<br/>- Too Deep for Words: Rediscovering Lectio DivinaDiscover how the barrier built by porn addiction can become a bridge to abundant life.

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In a world where there are 68 million searches for pornography every day and where over 70 percent of Christian men report viewing porn in the last year, it's no surprise that more and more men struggle with an addiction to this false fantasy. Common wisdom says if they just had more willpower or more faith, their fight would be over. Contact Restoring the Soul:<br/><br/>- Tweet us at @michaeljcusick and @PodcastRTS<br/>- Like us on Facebook<br/>- Email us at info@restoringthesoul.com<br/><br/>Thanks for listening!