Sermon Illustrations on Stillness
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📖sermon illustrationAnglican
The Silent God: Encountering Divine Mystery - Contemporary Example
The sermon illustration emphasizes the importance of contemplative practices in fostering a deeper connection with God through silence and stillness. It highlights the transformative power of being present with God, moving beyond words to encounter the divine mystery, and how this engagement can lead to greater compassion for others in the world.
1 Kings 19:12, Psalm 46:10, John 1:5
📖sermon illustrationAnglican
The Silent God: Encountering Divine Mystery - Story
The content emphasizes the importance of contemplative prayer and silence in encountering God, highlighting that true spiritual growth occurs in stillness and presence rather than words. It outlines the stages of the spiritual journey as awakening, purification, and union, suggesting that such practices lead to deeper engagement with the world and compassion for others.
1 Kings 19:12, Psalm 46:10, John 1:5