Do you know Abba Macarius? [SSL 314]

Today we are exploring the Desert Wisdom of Abba Macarius on the strengthening of free will, among other things. After you listen, visit the link and participate as a subscriber here. https://sparkmymuse.substack.com/publish/post/146676674 As a (Patreon) supporter, you unlock many extras (at http://patreon.com/sparkmymuse$5 level, and up). It includes everything on the paid level at the Substack site. For more info scroll down. You are invited to encounter the spiritual formation book I wrote called The Wild Land Within (my first book with Broadleaf Books)  Just click the book or google search the title to get one, or get a few for a book club.I'm happy to meet up with your group to say "hello", answer your questions, and hear your thoughts. • You can find out about my publisher Broadleaf Books here What is a Patron? Here are the DETAILS:Patron supporters chip-in a bit each month to help me offset my expenses so I can continue creating. Supporting this way (at $5 +) entitles you to many posts, perks, and goodies that unlock once you begin.Want to come along side me with support regularly?This kind of help makes a big difference. It is with great appreciation that I create for my patrons as my “inner circle”. • Remember, Patron supporters ALSO get ALL ACCESS to the Substack (paid) extras! Start here: https://www.patreon.com/ Join us in July for THE QUARTERLY CHALLENGE.You will be offered a challenge (one per month) to enliven your spiritual journey, connect you to others, and incite more inner reflection. OR make a one-time contribution at PayPal.me/lisacolondelay • It's listeners like you make this work possible.  You can help out by sharing the program and rating/reviewing it on iTunes or other outlets.Thank you very much.-Lisa

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Listen in as your host, Lisa Colón DeLay, engages in meaningful conversation with a diverse selection of best-selling authors, influencers, luminaries, leaders, unique thinkers, spiritual teachers, and ordinary people who lead interesting lives and do good in their part of the world. Soul School episodes are short reflections from the host. Check the audio weekly archives (at sparkmymuse.com) going back to April 2015 to enjoy a range of fascinating themes and distinguished guests like Seth Godin, Mark Nepo, Krista Tippett, Parker J. Palmer, Dr Daniel J. Siegel MD, Fr. James Martin, Omid Safi, Dr Ibram Kendi, AJ Levine, Pádraig Ó Tuama, Dr. Steven Porter, Dr Lerita Coleman Brown, Dr Vinod Goel, Dr Lisa Feldman Barrett, and many others to engage your intellect, spark your inner life, and add fuel to feed your relationships and sustain you for the long term. Supporters keep the program going. Pay-what-you-can and find extras and much more at patreon.com/sparkmymuse Visit the official Spark My Muse website [sparkmymuse.com] to access hundreds of episodes, to visit the Spark Store, to find Courses for deeper insights, or contact the host, teacher, creative director, and spiritual companion Lisa Colón DeLay who is also the author of the celebrated spiritual formation book "The Wild Land Within: Cultivating Wholeness Through Spiritual Practice".