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Practicing the Way with John Mark Comer

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The way of Jesus leads us to a deeper, fuller life. This was true in the ancient world where Jesus first lived and taught, and it’s still true today. But what does it mean to actually practice the way of Jesus in today’s complex, secular world? In this podcast, join John Mark Comer and other guides as they explore this important question through practical teachings and conversations. At Practicing... more

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Latest Episodes

During a rare appearance after his retirement from public ministry, Richard Foster, one of the pioneers who reintroduced spiritual formation to the protestant stream of the church, joins John Mark to consider where solitude should always lead us: int... more

What effect does trauma have on our capacity to hear God’s voice?

In this conversation, John Mark and Dr. Dan Allender—a therapist with 40 years of experience specializing in trauma—reflect on how the inner “tumult” of solitude might become the open... more

What happens when you can’t be alone with your own mind?

Welcome to a new series of conversations with John Mark and friends about following Jesus out of the overwhelming noise of modern life and into the silent, still presence of the God of peace. ... more

What transformation waits for you in the quiet place?

In this final teaching in our series on the ancient practice of solitude, John Mark shares the ultimate purpose of solitude: an encounter with God that uncovers our identity and reveals our calli... more

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Recent Guests

Richard Foster
Pastor and theologian who helped reintroduce ancient Christian practices to the Protestant church.
Episode: Conversation | Into the Quiet Experience | A Historic Conversation with Richard Foster
Dan Allender
Author, professor, and therapist with over 40 years of experience specializing in trauma and abuse.
The Allender Center
Episode: Conversation | Into the Quiet Experience | When Solitude Opens a Wound (Featuring Dan Allender)
John Ortberg
Pastor with 40 years of experience and guide on spiritual formation
Pastor (Ortberg)
Episode: Conversation | Into the Quiet Experience | When Your Mind Won’t Stop (Featuring John Ortberg)
Gerald Sittser
Episode: Water From A Deep Well | Resilience E12
John Mark Comer
Speaker featured in the episode, co-hosting the discussion
Episode: Water From A Deep Well | Risk E11
Dr. Gerald Sittser
Scholar discussing medieval spirituality and lay movements
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Episode: Water From A Deep Well | Ordinariness E08
Gerald Griffin
Leader at Bridgetown Church, guest on forgiveness practice episode
Bridgetown Church
Episode: Teaching | The How-To of Forgiveness | Forgiving As We Have Been Forgiven E03
Bethany Allen
Associate pastor of Bridgetown Church
Bridgetown Church
Episode: Teaching | Forgiving & Being Forgiven | Forgiving As We Have Been Forgiven E01
Alex Rettman
senior leader of Saints Hill Church in Newburgh, Oregon
Saints Hill Church
Episode: Teaching | Prayer Training | Prayer E07

Hosts

Yinka Dawson
Host of Practicing the Way with John Mark Comer
John Mark Comer
Host/Co-host featured in the episode

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 4.8k ratings
  • Fascinating Theology

    Love this guest and his knowledge and what the historical events leading to spirituality and Christianity today. The only negative is…..John Mark, I love your work, books and all you bring to my Christian walk, but man, stop interrupting and talking over guest. You are “yessing” and making comments in the middle of his thoughts or finishing his stories….. it throws listener off. Again, you are such a powerful force for Jesus!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lovestotravel!
    United Statesa month ago
  • The Risk episode

    I’m thankful for this series and don’t mean to offer the following as a negative review—more as an attempt in engaging with one of the episodes. Dr. Sittser’s stories about risk-taking missionaries are admirable in some ways, but I’m curious about what to make of the relational casualties these figures left in their wake. For example, leaving a dying wife behind for the mission field. Or arriving uninvited to a foreign community and asserting yourself as an authority, often to the benefit of a c... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    517manzanita
    United States2 months ago
  • Love it but…..

    I love this series. I’ve listened to every episode, but someone please tell J.M to let the professor speak without interruption. Other than that great podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hershy84
    United States2 months ago
  • Had to stop listening

    I really wanted to make it through this series as the topic is so wonderful, but the interruptions are just insufferable. I ordered the book and will enjoy that way.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Uriah82
    United States2 months ago
  • Stop Talking Over Guest

    Listening to dr sitter and mysticism and Mark talking over, interrupting and putting words in his mouth is driving me nuts. I enjoy your teaching so much, but please let your guest speak.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Futuregrace
    United States3 months ago

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Some listeners note a desire for guests to have more space to speak without interruptions.
Listeners praise the practical spiritual formation focus and the host's engaging teaching style.
Episodes are repeatedly cited as deeply transformative for personal faith and community life.

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Conversation | Into the Quiet Experience | A Historic Conversation with Richard Foster
Q: What are some warnings and encouragements that you would offer?
Foster advises treating spiritual disciplines as part of a loving relationship with God rather than a legalistic achievement system, and encourages people to be gentle with themselves.
Conversation | Into the Quiet Experience | A Historic Conversation with Richard Foster
Q: As you continued over the years to spend time in that way with God, what have you learned are some of the most important things that happened to us in solitude?
Foster says solitude showed him that he was not indispensable and freed him to become a friend of God.
Conversation | Into the Quiet Experience | When Solitude Opens a Wound (Featuring Dan Allender)
Q: Have you come up with a formula that works best for you for approaching the throne of God and understanding that time?
Comer says there is no formula or scorekeeping. Prayer practices can shift with a person's circumstances and seasons, and the aim is to offer oneself to God rather than control the outcome. Allender adds that God seeks a person's presence, not perfection.
Conversation | Into the Quiet Experience | When Solitude Opens a Wound (Featuring Dan Allender)
Q: What effect does trauma or wounding have on our capacity to hear God's voice and to receive his healing love?
Allender says inner conflict can cause fragmentation, numbing, and isolation, leading people to withdraw and feel responsible for coping alone. Allowing the turmoil to be present can create openness to help and to Jesus.
Conversation | Into the Quiet Experience | When Your Mind Won’t Stop (Featuring John Ortberg)
Q: How should one discuss silence and solitude with family, especially when parenting or with non-Christian friends?
Lead with curiosity, avoid turning practices into rigid rules, and invite others into the practice gently while acknowledging differences in faith journeys.

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What is Practicing the Way about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The episodes center on practical Christian spiritual formation, weaving historic Christian practice with contemporary life. Conversations often explore mysticism, sacraments, contemplative rhythms, and reconciliation through forgiveness, drawing from historical figures and early Christian communities to guide modern discipleship. A distinctive trait is the blend of scholarly context with accessible teaching, anchored by a steady host and a frequent expert guest whose work centers on Jesus-centered formation and communal life. Listeners can expect thoughtful deep-dives into time-honored practices (solitude, liturgy, desert wisdom) paired with concrete applications for families, churches, and everyday leadership, plus a recurring emphasis on ... more

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3. The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast
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Recent guests on Practicing the Way include:

1. Richard Foster
2. Dan Allender
3. John Ortberg
4. Gerald Sittser
5. John Mark Comer
6. Dr. Gerald Sittser
7. Gerald Griffin
8. Bethany Allen

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