Unlocking Spiritual Transformation | James Bryan Smith on Dallas Willard's Life-Changing Wisdom

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Unlocking Spiritual Transformation | James Bryan Smith on Dallas Willard's Life-Changing Wisdom

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How Dallas Willard unlocked spiritual transformation in the life of author James Bryan Smith.
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@eliacuomo490 Ай бұрын

This has to be the best episode in the series so far. Thank you so very much. Dallas, Richard Foster, Eugene Peterson, Bonhoeffer and so many others who have enriched my life as well as you continue to do John every single morning. You and your Team start my day and help me end my day as I take some seeds and in corporate them into my Examen every night. Thank you, thank you, thank you.🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️‍🔥🙏🏻🙏🏻

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

Thank you for your kind word and encouragement! We continue to be blessed - thank you for sharing a part of your morning with us. Bucky

@mimigreen54 Ай бұрын

"Can't get enough of this stuff!" - Wonderful conversation - so thankful for each of you, John and Jim!

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

So grateful for you listening and joining us! Blessings Bucky

@dmwl09 Ай бұрын

Thank you both! I love hearing about Dallas and the relationship you both had with him. His sermons and books changed my life but I did not get introduced to him until many years after his death. I am shaped by the legacy you both carry on! Thank you for your amazing work, spirit and words!!!!

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

Thank you for kind words and encouragement - Dallas was indeed special and his legacy lives on. Be Blessed Bucky

@traceyyeo5647 Ай бұрын

What book would you recommend as a newby to Dallas and a fairly mature Christian without it too much theology. Thank you

@tj9642 Ай бұрын

Holy Leisure. I just finished a little book called Chair Time. Basic premise is sitting and listening to God. Not easy. I’m a multitasker and doer. It’s not talking TO God. It’s listening to Him. The author (Dan Southerland) says it may take some time since we’re used to speaking at God and not being still enough to listen - really listen - to Him.

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

Great point, Todd! It's in that quiet that we can learn to listen and share dialog with the Lord, prayer is not just our monologue to Him! Thanks for sharing! - Rob

@SuzanneThompson-pz4hy Ай бұрын

I will have to listen a second or third time to absorb all this great content. Another spiritual thinker to delve into - James Bryan Smith. How good of God to show Himself through these "family members"👌

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

Thank you for watching, Suzanne. And yes, he's a great one to add to "the family"! - Rob

@beanfeld Ай бұрын

I love this insight about the spiritual disciplines. I was in a church that emphasized “the quiet time” with toxic narratives about self and God. 😮 What you believe about God can destroy you and others if you are believing toxic things. 😢

@beanfeld Ай бұрын

Sorry, it’s difficult to stop talking about this. 😂

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

Stay true to the gospel! Thank you for sharing Bucky

@beverlykerr6590 Ай бұрын

A wonderful podcast because John is conversational not lecturing, so thank you for that. I am so pleased to hear what James Smith said about not understanding Dallas Willard for many, many years. I really thought that there was something wrong with me as I don't understand so much of what he says. Now I can relax more and perhaps enjoy reading The Divine Conspiracy...again!

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing, Beverly, isn't it nice to know we weren't the only ones!?! - Rob

@godscara Ай бұрын

I am with you in not always understanding Dallas Willard. It takes great thought and prayer at times yet I’m grateful to have his teachings.

@susane919 Ай бұрын

One of the best conversations yet! Thank you for the combination of wisdom and humor you both have. Blessings

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

You are most welcome, Susan, thank you for following! - Rob

@beanfeld Ай бұрын

His “good and beautiful” series changed me forever-I have shared it with anyone who will listen. Highly recommend ❤

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

Thank you for your kind words - we are glad you are with us! Bucky

@aartiroyan Ай бұрын

Mine too! Loved it so much!

@beelim7590 Ай бұрын

No one can replace that void or loss. But that void, that sting made me connected to Him. 🎉🎉🎉

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

Thanks for joining us today! - Rob

@unitytira4954 Ай бұрын

Thank you so much for both of you. Your story and godly insights encourages me to be a participant with Jesus’ Story in my daily life from now on. A blessed reality to be with Jesus. Amen ❤

@lauriedamas4675 Ай бұрын

I recall a saying...." I have learned to kiss the waves that throw me up against the Rock of ages" ❤

@rochellegriffin7640 Ай бұрын

Seeing you two interact as friends has been a gift. I will be re-reading the books you mentioned as they opened my heart to spiritual formation. Thank you.

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

So glad it spoke to you - we are blessed you are joining us. Bucky

@NeeniesNest Ай бұрын

Love Renovaré! The dancing story made me laugh out loud and then tears came. Not sure why?

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

It's a beautiful story - and quite the visual I might add - so glad you are with us Bucky

@joycerichardson272 Ай бұрын

The best. Life changing. The corrective I am needing, to return to my first Love.

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

Yes ma'am! Thanks for watching and sharing, Joyce. - Rob

@godscara Ай бұрын

I can relate to this. It seems in this information world I’ve become overwhelmed with all of it and have less of a heart connection these days. I will never give up sitting at the feet of Jesus yet I long for the days I feel that “first love” connection again.

@lvshope Ай бұрын

Good to revisit our Gospel story behind the disciplines I’m practicing. Beware legalism.

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

So true - thank you for sharing Bucky

@elizabethclark4722 Ай бұрын

An entire psychic change has occurred! From "don't just sit there DO SOMETHING!" to "don't just do something, SIT THERE!" Not as a license for sloth, as I once thought, but as an exercise in waiting for further instruction. Transformational spiritual experience happens for me and these moments of pause… Thy will not mind be done🙏🏼🎁🙏🏼

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

So good!!! Thank you for being with us! Grateful Bucky

@godscara Ай бұрын

This!!!

@sandysanderlin4565 Ай бұрын

Just simply amazing, so impactful

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, Sandy, thank you for sharing! - Rob

@tosan7903 Ай бұрын

2 of my favorite mentors in the same space❤

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

Mine, too! Thanks for watching, Tosan. - Rob

@maryleemattis1262 Ай бұрын

Thank you Jim and John for sharing your personal insights from Dallas. The richness of his walk and faith continue to mentor us! Keep it going❤

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

You are most welcome, Mary, thank you for watching and sharing! - Rob

@JoyChudacoff Ай бұрын

John, I love how you break down Dallas Willard’s method or way of using vocabulary -“every word is just the tip of the iceberg” I’ve read two of Willard’s books & although so enlightening, I struggled to get through both. Thanks for this deeper explanation on his writing style🙏🏻

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful, Joy, thank you for sharing. - Rob

@tracismith9590 Ай бұрын

Thank you - inspiring , spiritual and healing❤

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it and was blessed by it. Bucky

@user-wh6mj9zg1u Ай бұрын

♡Thank you for our visit with Jim Smith. Wow! God pulled me into Divine leasure as a child but now I've a lovely name with emphasis. Thank-you♡ Today's idea to commit to living out our divine design with confidence and gratitude, knowing our lives are precious & purpose-filled in God’s eyes is a blessing!

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

It's a most glorious blessing! Thanks again for sharing, Rose! - Rob

@terriwerning3477 Ай бұрын

This was absolutely wonderful. I love these guys, they’re so real. I wish I could be there with them and have a conversation. Anyway, I’m very grateful for this show🤗

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

Thank you , Terri, you're very kind! - Rob

@beanfeld 17 күн бұрын

“…to deepen the narrative that I am not in control.” I am doing the 15 min of nothing on a regular basis, hoping this narrative will get into my body, not just my brain. ❤

@BecomeNew 17 күн бұрын

What an awesome practice to center yourself and be reminded who is near all the time and in control - keep us updated! Be Bless Bucky

@joejablonski7676 Ай бұрын

Can you please share the Bonhoeffer quote?

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

My pleasure, "There is nothing that can replace the absence of someone dear to us and one should not even attempt to do so. One must simply hold out and endure it. At first it sounds very hard, but at the same time it is also great comfort" Be Blessed Bucky

@candyboyer Ай бұрын

Thanks so much for this❤

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

You are so welcome! We are so glad you are joining us. Bucky

@kimreid5438 Ай бұрын

Pages and pages of notes from this discussion! 😊💛😊 Thank you so much!

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

Thank you for letting us know! I'm happy it's been so encouraging to you. - Brad

@cheryloechsle1880 Ай бұрын

Loved this!

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

So glad you are with us! Be Blessed Bucky

@jakechacko3005 Ай бұрын

Holy leisure,,,, holy cow!!!

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

That is another way to put it - and a great reminder!! Thanks for being with us Jake Bucky

@godscara Ай бұрын

I was wondering if each of these videos about Our Story are on the podcast or is this a different recording than what is shared on the podcast?? I am loving all that’s being shared so grateful! Im grateful your Pastoring has gone out from a single building church to be able to Pastor many beyond the building. Talk about beauty from ashes John! I know the pain of what you went through is terrible yet what God brought from it in your story to preach to so many more is astounding. I am grateful you took what was meant for harm and worked with God to bring about such good for us all! May God bless you and your family.

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

The same message goes out each day on all the different platforms. And thank you for your kind words, Cara, they are much appreciated. - Rob

@cindyhildebrand1344 Ай бұрын

Please put the healing points in writing!

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

Cindy are you referring to the Bonhoeffer quote? "There is nothing that can replace the absence of someone dear to us and one should not even attempt to do so. One must simply hold out and endure it. At first it sounds very hard, but at the same time it is also great comfort" Bucky

@tylerloper8737 Ай бұрын

Are those cup still for sell?

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

Thanks for listening Tyler!!! Bucky

@victoriabolander5363 Ай бұрын

Not familiar with the Biblical Classics Devotional ??? Where can one obtain it?

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

There are several outlet that offer it - you can check Amazon and if they don't have it - often they list other outlets that do. Bucky

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

Thanks for following, Victoria! Check the title "Devotional Classics', edited by Richard J. Foster and James Bryan Smith. I know its on Amazon! - Rob

@CurlyHairArtistry Ай бұрын

Question: Is Holy Leisure a shorter span of time compared to a Sabbath?

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

That is a interesting perspective - a time to quiet yourself and have your soul catch up Bucky

@ypcouch 5 күн бұрын

What’s the quote Jim smith says - lavishly loved….

@daniellemeadows8291 Ай бұрын

❤

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

Thank you for being with us Danielle - Blessings Bucky

@traceyyeo5647 Ай бұрын

What is the book that James talks about where John gives us questions to ask Jesus anout our past. A time of devine connection?

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

James Book: The Good Mythical God or The Good and Beautiful You

@ProdigalD-BOC Ай бұрын

I have the spiritual gift of highlighting too 😂

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

Haha. :) - Brad

@jennymortoneagen8561 Ай бұрын

What was the name of the book mentioned that Jim edited, a collection of devotions? Wanting to look it up!

@BecomeNew Ай бұрын

James Bryan Smith’s has written several books "The Good and Beautiful God" "The Good and Beautiful You" "The Good and Beautiful Life" and "The Good and Beautiful Community" I believe his Daily Mantra is from "The Good and Beautiful You" I am divinely designed. Deeply desired. Lavishly loved. Fully forgiven. A sacred story of Grace. Never to be repeated story of Grace. Blessings Bucky

@jennymortoneagen8561 Ай бұрын

@@BecomeNew found it! The one I was searching for is called Devotional Classics (John holds up the book about halfway through, so thankfully it was easier to find than I thought!)