Where Forgiveness Begins

Hey everybody! Thanks for being here. This week we’re exploring the paradoxical dynamics of forgiveness and how it shapes a Jesus-following community.A Spiritual Practice: The Jesus PrayerSit in a quiet comfortable place. Close your eyes. Take a couple of minutes to let your body, heart, and mind settle. Repeat the Jesus prayer in rhythm with your breath:Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me a sinner.Inhale: Lord Jesus Christ, Son of GodExhale: have mercy on me a sinner.Breathe normally. Repeat this ten or twenty times or set a timer for five or ten minutes. Expect your mind to wander. That’s natural. When it does, gently come back to the practice.You can carry this into your day. While you’re doing ordinary things like washing dishes, taking a walk, or waiting in line, let the prayer run in the background of your mind. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jakeowensby.substack.com/subscribe