Habits of Purpose for an Age of Distraction w/ Justin Whitmel Earley | Ep. 196
Many of us feel too busy to spend time with God. Justin shares how he experienced a mental and emotional breakdown years ago due to the pace and demands of his life as a husband, father, and corporate lawyer. He struggled to recover from the breakdown until he began to incorporate spiritual disciplines as a routine part of his daily life. Justin shares the four daily and four weekly habits that will help you love God, love your neighbor, embrace healthy spiritual routines, and resist unhealthy spiritual practices. Justin’s simple strategy and relatable story will encourage you to slow down and live a purposeful life in an age of distraction.
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Time Stamps:
01:10 - Intro for Justin Whitmore Earley
3:08 - What led Justin to write about spiritual disciplines?
6:45 - Why spiritual habits matter
8:42 - The relationship between habits and liturgy
13:29 - Why we need spiritual habits
15:04 - Explanation of what habits of purpose are
18:38 - The need for community, accountability, and Jesus to build habits
22:01 - The fruit that comes from spiritual habits
25:02 - Applying spiritual habits with your family
32:52 - What has the gospel changed for Justin
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Products Mentioned:
The Common Rule
Habits of the Household
Related Resources:
Blog: When Spiritual Disciplines Feel Burdensome
Blog: Family Discipleship Rhythm: How to Teach Your Children to Pray
Blog: Forming Holy Habits
The Common Rule Website
Scripture mentioned in this episode:
-Psalm 115:4–8
-Matthew 11:30
-Exodus 20:8
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