Spiritual Discernment: Stepping into God's Will (Module 3)
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Our decisions determine the path of our lives. When we follow the world's agenda, success is achieved by maximizing our performance, accumulating possessions and seeking positions of envy and influence. This approach to life stands in direct contrast to Paul's instruction; Do not be conformed to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is-his good, pleasing and perfect will. Romans 12:2
This module will show how seeing and walking in God's will is integral to our spiritual formation. As a first step we will learn to uncover the difference between decision making and spiritual discernment. Through scripture and Ignatius as a guide, we will then visit how to nurture and encourage the voice of God within. We will engage in exercises that encourage a pattern of spiritual discernment that will be beneficial to our daily spiritual disciplines. Growing in discernment provides clarity and, confirmation of God's will. You will discover that as you continually engage in the practice of spiritual discernment, it becomes a pattern that evolves to transform and renew your mind.
Learning Outcomes:
- Discover the difference between decision making and discernment.
- Identify the source of your inner conversations - When is it God's voice or my reasonings?
- Learn the biblical process of spiritual discernment.
- Experience exercises to expand your relationship with God, seek His presence and hear His voice.
Rev. Peter W Cusick, MTS., CSD
Facilitator
Peter has been a pastor since 1978 and has pastored three churches during that time. He is a Certified Spiritual Director with an active practice serving the spiritual needs of individuals and groups—with a special emphasis to other pastors and ministers. He founded and is the director of Beside Peaceful Streams Inc., a ministry of prayer, soul care, and spiritual direction. He has co-authored The BluePrint and self-published Prayers and Reflections Volume 1 and Lord Teach us to Pray.