“The garden of the soul, she says, can be watered in several manners. The first, drawing the water up from a well by use of a bucket, entails a great deal of human effort. The second way, cranking a water… — R. Thomas Ashbrook Copy Share Image
“Even though we have all had experiences of feeling distant from God, the Dark Night of the Senses is a particular experience with identifiable… — R. Thomas Ashbrook Copy Share
“The enemy’s attacks also increase during prayer. Disguised as our own thoughts, the enemy sends many memories of past sins, shameful thoughts, and messages… — R. Thomas Ashbrook Copy Share
“For the anxious longing of the creation waits eagerly for the reveal- ing [through conversion and transformation] of the sons of God. For the… — R. Thomas Ashbrook Copy Share
“Our defense against the devil, made possible by Jesus’ death and resurrection and the Holy Spirit’s presence in us, comes in three ways: 1.… — R. Thomas Ashbrook Copy Share
“The very fire of love which afterwards is united with the soul, glorifying it, is that which previously assails it by purging it.” — R. Thomas Ashbrook Copy Share
“For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and… — R. Thomas Ashbrook Copy Share
“Reading and teaching about contemplative prayer and spiritual warfare in prayer are essential. Although sermons and books and mentors can be very helpful, we… — R. Thomas Ashbrook Copy Share
“And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according… — R. Thomas Ashbrook Copy Share
“Two primary tactics used on us are pride and distractions. The enemy will attempt to convince us that we are really important, mature, and… — R. Thomas Ashbrook Copy Share
“Authentic spiritual friendships: Most of what we know about ourselves, truth or falsehood, has been reflected back to us from others. It is vital… — R. Thomas Ashbrook Copy Share
“The garden of the soul, she says, can be watered in several manners. The first, drawing the water up from a well by use… — R. Thomas Ashbrook Copy Share
