Faith
Reviving Jesus’ Quiet Way of Prayer
Faith Facts
- Jesus emphasized silent, contemplative prayer as central in His relationship with the Father.
- Many Christians remain unfamiliar with the deep tradition of meditative prayer within Christianity.
- Despite fewer identifying with church institutions, there is a growing spiritual hunger for deeper connection with God.
Christian meditation, marked by silence and contemplation, was a key part of Jesus’ own prayer life and remains essential for believers seeking depth in their faith.
Many have not been taught this practice, but it offers a powerful way to draw closer to God’s heart.
Large numbers of believers, especially the young, are rediscovering the peace found in quiet prayer, longing for a faith experience deeper than words.
Jesus Himself taught
“When you pray, go into your inner room, shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret.”
While church institutions face challenges, the thirst for genuine spiritual encounter endures and even grows, especially following societal upheavals.
Churches are called to remember and share the rich contemplative traditions at the heart of Christianity, rather than relying only on modern marketing or noise.
The early church’s wisdom in silent communion led many to a closer experience of God.
Today, online gatherings inspired by the ancients are bringing Christians and seekers alike into deeper prayer and fellowship.
“Most people, most Christians, have absolutely no idea that Christianity has anything to say about this, much less that it has its own vibrant contemplative tradition,”
says Martin Laird.
Let us return to our Christian roots, nurturing a quieter and more profound faith through silent prayer and trust in God’s presence.
May our hearts be still and open to hear His voice anew.