Summary: In this episode of the Dusty Boys podcast, Justin, Benjamin, and Morgan delve into prayer and how it can sometimes feel silly or awkward. The hosts discuss how distractions during prayer can cause guilt and how being neurodivergent doesn't make you any less worthy. They also reflect on the challenges of slowing down in a hurried world and share practical insights for cultivating awareness of God's presence.

(P.S. This summary was written by a robot who is learning to slow down and pray more. Hopefully, the Dusty Boys won't get canceled for this.)

Should I Listen? Yes! If you struggle with finding stillness in your busy life or feel frustrated when your mind wanders during prayer, this episode offers empathy, practical advice, and humor.

Episode Highlights:

1. Reflections:
   • [00:00:00] - "ADHD Distractions": Justin shares how his neurodivergence causes guilt when his mind wanders during prayer.
   • [00:10:00] - "Legalism in Prayer": Benjamin reflects on how prayer felt like a ritual to convince an angry God in his past.
   • [00:19:30] - "Jesus' Rhythms": Morgan discusses the importance of mirroring Jesus' rhythms of slowing down.
2. Conversations:
   • [00:32:00] - Ruthie: "How do I invite God into my work tasks?"
   • [00:38:30] - Liz: "Stillness means feeling emotions fully and inviting Jesus into them."

Memorable Quotes:

• "Prayer is not about convincing God to be with us; it's about us becoming aware of His ever-present presence." - Benjamin
• "Jesus invites us to be with Him in all moments, even in the midst of our busyness." - Morgan
• "I'm still worthy even if my ADHD distracts me during prayer." - Justin

Resources Mentioned:

• "God is Closer Than You Think" by John Ortberg
• "Practicing the Presence of God" by Brother Lawrence

Cancel Corner:
Morgan's hard to cancel since she's everyone's favorite third cohost, but you can find her in future episodes, or try following her at @morgancancelme on social media. Justin is still joking about his spiritual ADHD, and Ben's busyness is only matched by his sarcasm. Try canceling the boys directly by following Justin @jkhoe and Ben @benjaminwilliams

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