[Free] Free Prayer Tutorial - Christian Prayer Methods
Specific guidance on the practice of prayer from Christianity's rich tradition on this topic. – Free Course
What you’ll learn
- Describe Christian prayer methods used through the centuries.
- Make use of the “Lectio Divina” method for praying with Scripture.
- Practice Centering Prayer, Christian Meditation and other contemplative methods.
- Make effective use of at least three methods for dealing with distractions in prayer.
- Evaluate how prayer and meditation are part of the larger context of Christian life and spirituality.
Requirements
- Students must be willing to take time to actually practice some of the methods of prayer and meditation that will be taught in this course.
Description
Prayer is a core Christian practice, but for many, this means “saying prayers” or asking God for various favors. In this course, we will review a variety of methods of prayer that have been used for centuries in Christianity. Whether you’re a beginner who is just learning how to pray, or a more mature Christian who has been at it awhile, this course will offer specific guidance, encouragement and support for practicing several time-tested methods of prayer.The following topics will be covered:
* Prayer of Jesus, Paul and the Early Christians
* Prayer and Christian Spirituality
* Basic Ingredients of Personal Prayer
* Praying With Scripture (Lectio Divina)
* Centering Prayer
* Christian Meditation
* Breathing Prayer
* Praying Psalms
* Praying with Icons and Art (Visio Divina)
* Dealing with Distractions
* Supports for Daily Prayer
If you are seeking to grow in your practice of Christian prayer, this course will be helpful to you. Even if you’re not sure and just where you are with Christian beliefs, come and see.
Author(s): Philip St. Romain
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