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SHOW NOTES Prayer - it eludes people. The original disciples didn’t get prayer. Most of us don’t get it either. And Contemplative Prayer? That really confuses people! The modern world has lost sight of this vital practice. So Steve and Gwen set out to study, learn and even unlearn what they thought they knew about contemplative prayer. The journey was life changing. The book “Ascending the Mountain Within” is the fruit of that long journey, and today we have the privilege of hearing Joe Chambers read the book for us. Please join us! And share with your friends - it’s a book that can change how we all practice prayer. Please Note: This will be our last episode of the season. We will be on break for the summer and look forward to seeing you again for Season 6!    PURCHASE BOOK! Available on Amazon in Kindle and Paperback on Amazon   MENTIONED IN PODCAST “Practice the Presence of God.” - This phrase was coined by Brother Lawrence, a 17th century Carmelite friar. It is also the title of a small book by him which we highly recommend. Practical Guidelines - Take a 20-minute window of time to practice and experience contemplative prayer. Sacred Word Become Present Accept Distraction Release Return Savor and Return Music - An ancient Jewish Prayer - Mi'mekomcha by Rabbi Carlebach Lyrics (In Hebrew and English)   SCRIPTURE MENTIONED IN PODCAST Revelation 21:3 (NIV) and (MSG) Zephaniah 3:17 (ESV) Luke 9:28 (ESV) Luke 17:21 (KJV) Matthew 6:5-13 (MSG) Colossians 3:3 (MSG) Galatians 2:20(MSG) Acts 17:22-28 (ESV) Isaiah 30:15 (NAB) Luke 5:16 (NIV) Psalm 139:1,13,14 (MSG) Luke 4:1-11 (MSG)   SUPPORT THE PODCAST Donate Here for an individual contribution or on Patreon to set up monthly support.   CONTACT US podcast@pottersinn.com   INTERESTED IN MORE SOUL CARE RESOURCES? Check out our recommended reading, books on spiritual growth, and our soul care blog. Want to experience soul care in person? Learn more about our soul care intensives and retreats.