Contemplative, Centering Prayer

In his Sabbath sermon, newly elected General Conference President Ted Wilson warned against being caught up in several emerging trends in the modern Christian world. Among those he listed was contemplative or centering prayer. To many, the term “contemplative prayer” may sound positive and seem like a constructive means for spiritual growth. Upon further examination, however, it is clear why President Wilson encouraged all Christians to avoid adopting this popular practice. Below are several links to examinations and explanations of what “contemplative” and “centering” prayer really is, and why it is becoming so prevelant in many Christian churches, including our own. I encourage every one to watch and read these expositions so that you will have the information needed to identify and avoid groups or individuals promoting this practice.

Video: “Sleepwalking” Presented by Pastor Victor Gill of Amazing Discoveries, an exposition outlining the origin, use, and promotion of “Contemplative (Centering) Prayer” – “Sleepwalking” Pastor Victor Gill

Document: “How to Still the Hunger of the Soul: A Critique of the Book, Hunger” by Pastor John Witcombe, an indepth study in the promotion and inseption of “Contemplative Prayer” into the Adventist church, and warnings against such practices from the Bible, and the Spirit of Prophesy – “How to Still the Hunger of the Soul: A Critique of the Book, Hunger” Pastor John Witcombe