There is an old proverb to the effect that 'all those who open their mouths, close their eyes!' The purpose of silence and solitude is to be able to see and hear. Control rather than no noise is the key to silence. James saw clearly that the person who could control his tounge is perfect (James 3:1-12). Under the Discipline of silence and solitude we learn when to speak and when to refrain from speaking.

Four times a year withdraw for three to four hours for the purpose of reorienting your life goals

Worship is our response to the overtures of love from the heart of the Father.

Conformity to a sick society is to be sick.

Thinking is the hardest work we can do, and among the most important

Spiritual direction is an interpersonal relationship in which we learn how to grow, live, and love in the spiritual life.

Pride is one of the socially acceptable sins in some corners of the evangelical culture. Its just straight-out ego gratification - how important I am; whether my name gets on the building or on the TV program or in the magazine article.