AI OVERVIEW: Perception of God shapes our inner life; Dallas Willard's quote emphasizes that our real idea of God, not creeds, governs how we live and hear his voice. Barbara recounts a year of deep rest and depression that exposed how the inner ‘voice’ for many years was more about pleasing others than listening to God, revealing that rest and boundaries are part of discernment. Through journaling, quiet reflection, and Ignatian practice, she learns to ask, 'Is this thought from God?' and to distinguish peace and unease as indicators, choosing to fast from the urge to give and to feast on rest, self-care, and honest conversation with God, ultimately recovering joy and a truer sense of God's love.
YOUTUBE DESCRIPTION: John Ortberg and his sister Barbara discuss our perceptions of God and how they shape our lives. Barbara shares her journey through depression, revealing how she learned to discern God's voice from her own critical thoughts. They explore self-care, honesty with God, and recognizi...
