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The Most Overlooked Spiritual Discipline - Part 1, Daniel Reynaud, Paul Bogacs
The Most Overlooked Spiritual Discipline - Part 1, Daniel Reynaud, Paul Bogacs
Paul Bogacs
Listening, while frequently mentioned in the Bible, is virtually never listed as a spiritual discipline. However, the Bible has much to say about practicing it, enumerating the many benefits to be had by listening and hearing. It is a distinguishing skill of both God and Jesus. As humans, listening is a skill to be practiced toward God, toward each other and toward our own self. This article explores the biblical foundation of listening and some of its benefits and implications.