In this series of posts, we have been commending the spiritual discipline of solitude. We have already discussed the general benefits of solitude. We now turn our attention to the spiritual benefits. There are several spiritual benefits… More Better. Solitude functions as a kind of meta practice (i.e., a practice for other practices) (Whitney, 2014). Solitude allows us … [Read more...] about Spiritual Benefits of Solitude
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Hobo Theology 2023
Welcome to the new year! Thank you for reading Hobo Theology! I am excited and thankful for another year. [Thank you, Lord, for each day!] Looking Back This past year (2022) our path has ambled through a variety of topics, including the spiritual disciplines, solitude, and Psalm 103. Fun fact... Here are the most-viewed posts from this year: Looking … [Read more...] about Hobo Theology 2023
Unfairness of God
[10] He does not deal with us according to our sins, nor repay us according to our iniquities. Psalm 103:10 makes a surprising point: The Lord is unfair. We often think of unfairness as the thing that happens when we get less than what we think we deserve. “Why did they get that reward and I didn’t? I work twice as hard as them! That’s not fair!” That is a type … [Read more...] about Unfairness of God
General Benefits of Solitude
In a past series, we considered the spiritual disciplines in general. In this series, we're focusing on the spiritual discipline of solitude in particular. Though we are primarily considering the practice of solitude from a Christian and spiritual perspective, in this post I do want to highlight some of its general benefits. Better Finances Susan Cain (2013), in her … [Read more...] about General Benefits of Solitude
He Will Not Always Chide
[9] He will not always chide, nor will he keep his anger forever. Psalm 103:9 reminds us of two important truths: The Lord punishes sin and relents. God despises sin, and sin kindles his anger. This anger and punishment is not in opposition to his love, but rather it is the opposite side of the same coin. For if I love someone deeply, then I will despise and oppose the … [Read more...] about He Will Not Always Chide