In this episode, Andrew Nemr and Pastor Mike Freeman dive into Chapter 11 of The Dark Night of the Soul by St. John of the Cross. They discuss the transformative process of enduring spiritual darkness and emptiness as a pathway to deepening love and union with God. Andrew shares his experiences with preparing for his 12-hour overnight performance, while Mike highlights the passive nature of spiritual growth and the significance of enduring through life's challenges.
Reading: Book I Chapters 10–11
00:00 Introduction to The Dark Night Podcast
00:34 Exploring the Theme of Love in St. John's Work
03:17 Discussing Chapter 11 of The Dark Night of the Soul
09:52 The Beatitudes and Their Spiritual Significance
15:03 The Process of Spiritual Growth and Humility
21:23 Active vs. Passive Spiritual Practices
33:33 The Crushing Process
34:20 The Passive Phase
35:21 Jesus' Silent Observation
36:08 The Love of the Father
36:45 Feeling Forsaken
39:26 The Dark Night of the Soul
43:25 The Metaphor of the Tree
50:34 Paul's Contentment
55:33 The Secret of Being Content
01:02:04 Final Thoughts and Reflections
Related Links
Dark Night Project: www.darknightlive.com
Nemr Institute: www.nemrinstitute.com
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