In this Friday Bonus podcast episode, Cherisse delves into the topic of Who We Are Becming over what we are accomlishing. She guides listeners through reflections on nourishing and reviving their hearts and souls, referencing insights from previous episodes on discovering our purpose through finding out our why, walking in freedom in Christ, and learning what true Sabbath rest can look like in our life. Cherisse reminds us of the practice of Lectio Devina with Zephaniah 3:17, encouraging deep reflection. She explores themes of soul-keeping, growth in the fruits of the spirit, and the parable of the sower, offering practical advice for cultivating a receptive and fertile soul aligned with God's purpose.

Dallas Willard's quote (00:00:02) Introduction to the focus on personal growth and soul care based on Dallas Willard's quote.

Reflection on past episodes (00:01:26) Recap and appreciation of previous guest speakers and their topics.

Practice of Sabbath rest (00:02:23) Discussion on the concept of Sabbath rest and its importance for nourishing the soul.

Breathing and Lectio Divina practice (00:04:43) Guidance on the practice of deep breathing and the use of lectio divina to engage with scripture.

Understanding the purpose of the podcast (00:05:40) Emphasizing the purpose of the podcast in pointing listeners back to God's word and truth.

Exploring the concept of personal growth (00:09:40) Delving into the idea of personal growth and the importance of inner transformation over external accomplishments.

Analogies for personal growth (00:10:56) Analogies using refining processes such as heat and steeping, and the concept of personal growth in relation to these processes.

Challenges in attending to the soul (00:13:19) Discussing the challenges in attending to the soul in a world filled with distractions and the tendency to numb out.

Cultural focus on accomplishments (00:14:29) Highlighting the cultural emphasis on accomplishments rather than personal growth and the impact of this focus.

Parable of the seeds, the sower, and the soil (00:16:44) Exploring the parable and its interpretation in relation to the condition of the heart and soul.

Types of souls and the hardened soul (00:18:52) Discussion on the different types of souls, with a focus on the hardened soul and its characteristics.

Recognition of sin and repentance (00:21:12) Emphasizing the recognition of sin, the need for repentance, and the assurance of redemption through biblical examples.

Reflection on personal pain and its impact (00:23:33) Reflection on personal pain, the potential hardening of the soul, and the importance of not inflicting hurt on others.

Forgiveness and Self-Denial (00:23:46) Discussion on the importance of forgiveness and self-denial in breaking up a hardened soul.

Fear and Softening the Soul (00:25:34) Exploration of fear as a hindrance to soul softening and the potential for growth when the soul is softened.

Shallow Soul and Depth (00:27:54) Comparison between a shallow soul and one with depth, and the importance of depth in the soul's design.

Crisis and Soul Depth (00:30:03) Reflection on how crises can reveal the depth of one's soul and the significance of having roots during challenging times.

Cluttered Soul and Uncluttering (00:36:03) Discussion on the dangers of a cluttered soul and the need to unclutter to allow for growth and salvation.

Nourishment and Renewal (00:38:49) Reflection on the soul's longing for connection, nourishment, and renewal, and the importance of recognizing its presence in one's life.

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