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

[@eliacuomo490]

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]

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

[@dmwl09]

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]

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

[@traceyyeo5647]

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

[@mimigreen54]

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

[@BecomeNew]

So grateful for you listening and joining us! Blessings Bucky

[@susane919]

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

[@BecomeNew]

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

[@tj9642]

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]

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

[@beelim7590]

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

[@BecomeNew]

Thanks for joining us today! - Rob

[@unitytira4954]

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]

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

[@beverlykerr6590]

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]

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

[@godscara]

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.

[@SuzanneThompson-pz4hy]

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]

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

[@beanfeld]

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

[@BecomeNew]

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

[@aartiroyan]

Mine too! Loved it so much!

[@beanfeld]

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]

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

[@BecomeNew]

Stay true to the gospel! Thank you for sharing Bucky

[@rochellegriffin7640]

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]

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

[@joycerichardson272]

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

[@BecomeNew]

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

[@godscara]

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.

[@NeeniesNest]

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

[@BecomeNew]

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

[@maryleemattis1262]

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]

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

[@JoyChudacoff]

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]

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

[@lvshope]

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

[@BecomeNew]

So true - thank you for sharing Bucky

[@elizabethclark4722]

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]

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

[@godscara]

This!!!

[@RoseExieDavis]

♡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]

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

[@tosan7903]

2 of my favorite mentors in the same space❤

[@BecomeNew]

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

[@tracismith9590]

Thank you - inspiring , spiritual and healing❤

[@BecomeNew]

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

[@beanfeld]

“…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]

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

[@sandysanderlin4565]

Just simply amazing, so impactful

[@BecomeNew]

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

[@kimreid5438]

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

[@BecomeNew]

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

[@jakechacko3005]

Holy leisure,,,, holy cow!!!

[@BecomeNew]

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

[@cheryloechsle1880]

Loved this!

[@BecomeNew]

So glad you are with us! Be Blessed Bucky

[@candyboyer]

Thanks so much for this❤

[@BecomeNew]

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

[@terriwerning3477]

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]

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

[@joejablonski7676]

Can you please share the Bonhoeffer quote?

[@BecomeNew]

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

[@godscara]

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]

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]

Please put the healing points in writing!

[@BecomeNew]

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

[@daniellemeadows8291]

❤

[@BecomeNew]

Thank you for being with us Danielle - Blessings Bucky

[@ProdigalD-BOC]

I have the spiritual gift of highlighting too 😂

[@BecomeNew]

Haha. :) - Brad

[@tylerloper8737]

Are those cup still for sell?

[@BecomeNew]

Thanks for listening Tyler!!! Bucky

[@victoriabolander5363]

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

[@BecomeNew]

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]

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]

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

[@BecomeNew]

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

[@ypcouch]

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

[@traceyyeo5647]

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]

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

[@jennymortoneagen8561]

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

[@BecomeNew]

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]

@@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!)

[@paulkick7870]

"Mind the gap."

[@elizabethclark4722]

Positively brilliant Paul!

[@cheryloechsle1880]

Do you attend CBC in San Antonio? Our pastor just spoke and used that phrase!

[@BecomeNew]

Great reminder!! Bucky

[@paulkick7870]

@@cheryloechsle1880 I attended Menlo Church when John and Tim were there and enjoy the same humor.

[@cheryloechsle1880]

I love it! The Holy Spirit is speaking to all of us with the same phrases.

[@davidrip3019]

Soooo, did the theophany actually occur? 🧐🤓 6:30