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Summary:

In this episode, Justin and Benjamin explore the myth that God only shows up for us if we show up perfectly for Him. They tackle common misconceptions about spending time with Jesus, why spiritual practices matter, and how to cultivate an intimate relationship with Him no matter where you are.

(P.S. This summary was written by a robot. Let's hope it doesn't lead to the Dusty Boys getting canceled.)

Should I Listen?

Yes! If you've ever felt guilty for not spending enough time with Jesus or struggle to understand what it means to be with Him daily, this episode offers fresh perspectives on discipleship, intimacy, and debunking old myths about "quality time."

Episode Highlights:

1. Reflections:
   • [00:00:00] - Opening Gimmicks: If you have a Netflix subscription, God doesn't love you (joking, of course).
   • [00:03:00] - "Spending Time with Jesus": Exploring the misconception that we can earn God's favor by doing morning devotionals.
   • [00:06:30] - Jesus Doesn't Make Deals: How Jesus always loves us, even when we're busy or imperfect.
   • [00:10:00] - Martin Luther's Quote: "Unless I spend two hours each morning with God, the devil gets the victory during the day."
   • [00:12:30] - Shifting Language: Moving from "time with Jesus" to "living with Jesus."
   • [00:16:00] - Living with Jesus in All Moments: Whether in a movie theater, on a golf course, or doing dishes, Jesus is always with us.
2. Conversations:
   • [00:27:00] - Frank: "Martin Luther said, 'Unless I spend two hours each morning with God, the devil gets the victory.' What do you think about that?"
   • [00:29:00] - Nick: "Ceaselessly praying helps me realize God's presence in all things."
   • [00:32:00] - David: "I get up and open my Bible app just to keep my streak going. How do you break away from this pressure?"
   • [00:39:00] - Pam: "Even if you don't do a lot in a devotional, thank God for the intentional time."

Memorable Quotes:

• "Whether you're in the movie theater, on the golf course, or at home washing dishes, Jesus is with you."
• "It's not about inviting God to be with us. It's realizing He's already here."
• "We're not spending time with Jesus to convince Him to help us. We're spending time with Him to realize He's already present."

Resources Mentioned:

• "Practicing the Presence of God" by Brother Lawrence
• "The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry" by John Mark Comer
• "God is Closer Than You Think" by John Ortberg

Cancel Corner:

You may not appreciate Justin’s approach to prayer, but don’t worry. If you want to cancel him, you can find him @jkhoe on Instagram. Or, if you prefer to cancel someone over spiritual nuance and sarcasm (because that’s TOTALLY not a gift of the Spirit), find him at @benjaminwilliams

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