The Story of Two Sons and Their Father
In this episode, we kick off our 6-part Lenten book study on The Return of the Prodigal Son by Henri Nouwen, beginning with the Prologue and Introduction. We chat about our identity as children of God, the mercy of the Father, and how God uses art and beauty to speak to us. We explore the idea of home and a homecoming, which speaks of our deep desire for heaven. We also talk about how often fear and self protection keeps us from experiencing the healing love of the Father.
Sister Miriam’s one thing - Dentists! The unsung heroes.
Michelle’s one thing - The Instagram accounts @OodsofGlutes (from Allie at @Oodlesofdoodles) and @Oodsofflutes
Heather’s one thing - Ruth Stricklin from New Jerusalem Studios
Announcements!
The Abiding Together Lenten Book Study is The Return of the Prodigal Son by Henri Nouwen. You can still join us - we're just getting started! Purchase the book via US Amazon Link, a Canada Amazon link, and a UK Amazon link. (As an Amazon Associate, Abiding Together earns from qualifying Amazon purchases.)
The Abiding Together shop has new items! We have a new journal and a new mug inspired by Henri Nouwen, created just for this Lenten book study!
Discussion questions:
What struck you from the podcast? What does the idea of “home” mean to you? Have you ever had an experience where beauty led you to the divine? Share about it! How are you taking steps on the journey toward the embrace of the Father?
Journal Questions:
Reflect and journal about this scripture: Luke 15:11-32. What does it speak to you personally? Does the thought of vulnerability and the embrace of God make you feel at peace or uneasy? Do you find yourself to be an observer in your own story? Where and how can you “dare to step into the center, kneel down, and let [yourself] be held by a forgiving God?”
Quote to Ponder - “‘Coming home’ meant, for me, walking step by step toward the One who awaits me with open arms and wants to hold me in an eternal embrace.” - Henri Nouwen
Scripture for Lectio Divina - Luke 15:11-32 - The Parable of the Prodigal Son
S05 Episode 13: Lent Book Study 5 - Beauty In Our Mess
S05 Episode 12: Lent Book Study 4 - The Life I Wish I Had
S05 Episode 11: Lent Book Study 3 - How We Fight Our Battles
S05 Episode 10: Lent Book Study 2 - Fighting the Right Battle
S05 Episode 09: Lent Book Study 1 - Battling for Peace
S05 Episode 08: Marriage and Restoration with Dr. Bob Schuchts
S05 Episode 07: Hope and Healing in Times of Trial
S05 Episode 06: Book Study Part 4 - The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe - Chapters 13-18
S05 Episode 05: Book Study Part 3 - The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe - Chapters 9-12
S05 Episode 04: Book Study Part 2 - The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe - Chapters 5-8
S05 Episode 03: Book Study Part 1 - The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe - Chapters 1-4
S05 Episode 02:The Power of Story
S05 Episode 01: Word of the Year
S04 Episode 15: A Christmas Blessing Minisode
S04 Episode 14: Advent and the Fellowship of the Feminine Genius: Interview with Debbie Herbeck (Part 3)
S04 Episode 13: Advent and the Fellowship of the Feminine Genius: Interview with Ali Hoffman (Part 2)
S04 Episode 12: Advent and the Fellowship of the Feminine Genius (Part 1)
S04 Episode 11: The Lordship of Jesus
S04 Episode 10: Joint Restoration: Interview with Father Josh Johnson, Doctors of the Church Series Conclusion
S04 Episode 09: Doctors of the Church Part 4: St. Thérèse of Lisieux
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