In this episode of the Fiat Health Podcast, Meg and Shawn explore the importance of making time for God through prayer. Drawing on insights from "Time for God" by Fr. Jacques Philippe, they discuss the simplicity of prayer, overcoming obstacles like distractions and feelings of inadequacy, and share practical ways to deepen your prayer life. Meg and Shawn also reflect on personal experiences with prayer, God's unconditional love and patience, and how relationship with God brings peace amidst life's business.

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Key Takeaways:

1. Understanding Prayer: Meg and Shawn emphasize that prayer is not a technique or a complicated process but rather a simple, heartfelt connection with God. They encourage listeners to approach prayer with the mindset of a child speaking to a loving parent or a newborn being held. Focusing on the relationship rather than the method.
2. Finding Time for God: It is important to carve out time for prayer in our busy lives. Even dedicating just ten minutes a day can be transformative. Meg and Shawn suggest practical ways to incorporate prayer into daily routines, such as setting aside specific times or creating a sacred space for prayer.
3. Overcoming Obstacles: Distractions and feelings of inadequacy are two common obstacles to prayer. We encourage you to acknowledge these distractions and either bring them to God in prayer or set them aside for later.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

01:53 - The Basics of Prayer

03:20 - Obstacles and Perseverance in Prayer

06:16 - Saints and Prayer

08:06 - Finding Time for Prayer

13:08 - Approaching Prayer

15:31 - Emotional Blocks to Prayer

20:57 - Prayer as a Simple and Free Gift

22:55 - Practical Tips

26:39 - Dealing with Distractions

29:31 - Imaginative Prayer

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