10 | Examen

In this special episode, Blaine and Anthony discuss
self-examination. Self-examination, or Examen, is a practice that
followers of Jesus have used for centuries to see their lives as
God sees them, and, therefore, as they really are.



The 5 steps of Examen
Center yourself
Place yourself in God’s presence. Give thanks for the gift of this
day and the gift of God’s love for you.Ask for
light
Pray for the grace to understand how God is acting in your life.
Ask for the ability to hear clearly and for covering from
warfare.Review the day
Let the Holy Spirit guide you as you carefully review the day just
completed. Pay attention to specific moments and your feelings at
the time.Reflect, express gratitude, and
confess
For those moments the Spirit highlights, reflect on what you did,
said, thought. Were you drawing closer to God or further from him?
What is the Spirit saying about these moments? Pay attention to
moments of beauty; thank God for his provision.Look forward
to the new day and seek out spiritual friendship
What is the Spirit prompting you to ask for in the day to come?
What is he calling you to do? Who can you seek out to discuss the
themes and questions the Spirit is raising?

Where to ConnectMount Vigil has come to an
end but you can still connect with Anthony and Blaine at their
respective blogs:


Anthony - Sun Tongue

Blaine - The Paradise King



Mentioned in this Episode


Sacred Rhythms by Ruth Haley Barton

Stories of the Saints by Carey Wallace

Building Your Permaculture Property by Rob Avis