Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts » Deacon James Keating

What is the authentic understanding of "intercession" in the context of prayer. Moses speaks to God as friend. The invisibility of God puts deep questions in our hearts. Unless we have the intimacy of relationship with God in our hearts, our fear will overwhelm our faith. We also lose patience when waiting for God. "Waiting" is a dangerous period for human beings; it is literally suffering for us. The virtue of patience is the remedy. "Waiting" causes us to run to other diversions...it happens in worship. "Where are you" "Are you real?" "Can I believe what is in the Word?" "Please help me." If we go deep into our hearts, the content of our waiting becomes the occasion for our intimacy. But if we just feel the pain of waiting, we will go looking for lost gods. It comes down to trust. The role of our memory is so important. The post SOP5 – Waiting for God – The School of Prayer: Reflections on the teachings of Pope Benedict XVI w/ Deacon James Keating appeared first on Discerning Hearts Cath