November 24, 2020 1:01 am
Published by Jim Baker
In his book, The Art of Listening, influential philosopher and psychologist Erich Fromm (March 23, 1900–March 18, 1980) details the techniques, dynamics, and... Continue Reading
November 17, 2020 1:01 am
Published by Jim Baker
I believe the intent of Reconciliation as taught in the Christian Church is to be restorative —returning the individual to... Continue Reading
November 10, 2020 1:01 am
Published by Jim Baker
Only with a single-minded attention to Christ can we give up our fears and face our own true nature. As... Continue Reading
November 3, 2020 6:32 am
Published by Jim Baker
How do members actually think about major changes in the church? The “prospect theory” from behavioral economics can provide some... Continue Reading
October 27, 2020 1:01 am
Published by Jim Baker
I’ve always found it ironic that the church is so resistant to change. The first words out of Jesus’ mouth... Continue Reading
October 20, 2020 1:01 am
Published by Jim Baker
Our lives, our churches, and our businesses are being influenced by an increasing number of complex political, social, and economic... Continue Reading
October 13, 2020 1:01 am
Published by Jim Baker
Christian Mysticism is a complex spiritual topic and defies easy definition. Historically, mysticism is defined as hidden, unspeakable, can’t be... Continue Reading
October 6, 2020 2:02 am
Published by Jim Baker
If Western Christianity does not discover its mystical foundations and roots, we might as well close the church doors–Rahner In... Continue Reading
September 29, 2020 2:02 am
Published by Jim Baker
Have you heard the story of the Russian Pilgrim and the Jesus Prayer told in the “Way of the Pilgrim”? It’s... Continue Reading
September 22, 2020 2:02 am
Published by Jim Baker
One of the characteristics of Christian contemplative spirituality is a humble acknowledgement that we do not understand the ground on... Continue Reading
September 15, 2020 2:02 am
Published by Jim Baker
It is safe to say that unless we are committed and faithful to some form of prayer we will most... Continue Reading
September 8, 2020 2:02 am
Published by Jim Baker
Lately there’s been a lot of talk about which approaches we should use to address problematic behavior and oppressive systems... Continue Reading