Last night I had what I call a "God dream."

Some reflections on the inward journey, and the journey so far.

We recently hosted a contemplative prayer weekend in which my friend, Derek, introduced us to some very ancient prayer methods. I thought I'd compile a quick summary of each of them. There are many more forms of prayer, but these are the ones we utilized in our weekend together.

1. Sign of the cross

2. The Jesus Prayer

3. Centering Prayer

4. Daily Office

5. Letter Writing

6. Examen

7. Lectio Divina

Then this quick talk is for you (from Luke 1).

1. Will be great in God’s eyes

2. No alcohol

3. Filled with the Holy Spirit even before birth

4. Will turn many Israelites to the Lord

5. Will walk in both the spirit AND the power of Elijah

6. Will prepare the people for King Jesus’ arrival

7. Will turn fathers’ hearts to their children

8. Will cause the rebellious to accept the wisdom of the godly

1.) Passion

2.) Passion Matters

3.) Passion Matters to the Lord

Interpretive grids matter.