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The Practice Of Listening - Part 2, Paul Bogacs, Daniel Reynaud Jul 2017

The Practice Of Listening - Part 2, Paul Bogacs, Daniel Reynaud

Daniel Reynaud

Listening is not just a recommended discipline in the Bible, it is a skill that can be learned and practiced. This article seeks to apply some of the skills and benefits of listening to the role of the pastor.


The Most Overlooked Spiritual Discipline - Part 1, Daniel Reynaud, Paul Bogacs Apr 2017

The Most Overlooked Spiritual Discipline - Part 1, Daniel Reynaud, Paul Bogacs

Daniel Reynaud

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.