Fasting one of the most common spiritual practices amongst all religions. Adele Calhoun defines Christian fasting as the “self denial of normal necessities in order to intentionally attend to God in prayer.” Calhoun further states: “Bringing attachments and cravings to the surface opens a place for prayer. This physical awareness of emptiness is the reminder to turn to Jesus who alone can satisfy.” There are various scriptures on fasting. In the HebrewREAD MORE
Lectio Divina can be defined as reading holy or sacred. Lectio Divina can be traced back to the early Desert Dwellers but it was actually St Benedict “who cemented the practice in Western Monasticism.” Benedict who is known for establishing monasteries expressed in his book The Rule of St Benedict that monks were to follow three elements that would guide them. These elements included their prayer, work and lectio divina. Later, lectioREAD MORE
The ultimate goal of silence and solitude are for those who are practicing them to become better listeners in regards to hearing the voice of God. The practice involves the absence of speech and the act of listening intently.