Today’s topic: Retreat
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Notes from this episode:
Join CJ in this Mentoring moment as we focus on the word “retreat.”
A couple meanings of the word retreat include,
“A place of privacy or safety; refuge.”
“A period of group withdrawal for prayer, meditation, study, or instruction.”
In Mark 6:30-32 (NIV) we read these words of Jesus,
“The apostles gathered around Jesus and reported to him all they had done and taught. Then, because so many people were coming and going that they did not even have a chance to eat, he said to them, “COME WITH ME by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest.” So they went away by themselves in a boat to a solitary place.”
Jesus is inviting us to “come with Him” by ourselves to a quiet place. Of course, there are certainly times when we aim to get lots of writing done but there may be times during these virtual writing retreats when Jesus simply wants us to meet with Him and get on board with the things He desires to do in and through us.
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Thank you for all your encouragement in the Lord. I have just started a rough draft of non-fiction about my conversion from secular radio broadcasting to Christian broadcasting almost thirty years ago. It gives Christians an inside look at what that was like. I finished the first draft and found is was way to short. So I am writing and adding more. Love you helpful words every week.
Thanks Paul
You’re very welcome Paul!
Excellent metaphors of “sediment/clarity” and the “unsharpened axe.” Messages received, and amen! Terrific reminder that the Lord blesses us when we carve out and dedicate time to retreat and attend when He says to us, “Come with me to a quiet place…” Thank you so much.
You’re very welcome Michele!