{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6390a00d7944c600110c28d3/6976194179d88bc8ee914e6b?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Creating Space to Pay Attention to God | Pastor Bong Baylon","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6390a00d7944c600110c28d3/1769347300534-19c3b208-11bc-4f74-ada8-6e8aeeb3ac8e.jpeg?height=200","description":"<h2><strong>Creating Space to Pay Attention to God</strong></h2><p><strong>Scripture Reference:</strong> Mark 1:35</p><p>“Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed.”</p><p><strong>Explanation:</strong></p><p>Even Jesus, in the midst of ministry demands, intentionally withdrew to be alone with the Father. Sacred rhythms—moments of silence, solitude, and prayer—are not luxuries but necessities for a healthy spiritual life. Without them, our souls become hurried, anxious, and distracted.</p><p><strong>Personal Reflection:</strong></p><p>What currently fills the quiet spaces of your life? When was the last time you intentionally slowed down just to be with God?</p><p><strong>Personal Application:</strong></p><p>Choose one sacred rhythm to practice this week—silence, solitude, or intentional prayer. Protect that time and allow God to restore your soul in His presence.</p><p><em>To listen to this devotional on our podcast, visit </em><a href=\"https://devo.rlcc.ph/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><em>https://devo.rlcc.ph/</em></a><em>.</em></p>","author_name":"Various"}