FOCUSING FOR SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
(Written by Andrew Dunn)
Here are a few questions that might help with material for spiritual direction. Focus on one or two areas only at a time for discussion with your director.
Prayer:
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How am I praying? |
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How is my praying changing? |
Scripture:
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What is God saying to me in my Scripture reading/meditation times'? |
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What is changing in me as I listen to God's word for me? |
God:
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What is God like for me at present? |
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What image or metaphor best describes this? |
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What are its strengths? |
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What are it's limitations? |
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What is the invitation here for my relationship with God? |
Jesus:
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How well do I know Jesus? |
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How is Jesus enjoying our relationship? |
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What more of himself is he offering to me? |
The Holy Spirit.
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In what ways do I sense the Spirit at work in my life? |
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What fruits of the Spirit can I see in my life at present? |
My Life.
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What place am I at in my journey? |
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What topographical image best depicts this place? (describe it in detail) |
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What is the invitation coming to me in this image? |
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What do I need to confess, let go, repent of, change etc? |
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What signs of grace have I seen this month? |