7 minutes | Hosted by Gene Maynard
Intro (Show Notes Preview):Welcome to Formation Dig, a few quiet minutes each week to excavate the deeper layers of faith. In today’s episode, I’m reflecting on two practices that have been quietly shaping me: gathered worship and slow-motion Sabbath. These may seem like separate rhythms—but they meet at the intersection of formation.Come along as we explore the cross-shaped axis of worship and a Monday mountain hike with my grandson.
💬 What’s Inside This Episode:
* Worship when it feels ordinary: Why it’s okay if Sundays don’t feel electric
* The holy surprise of staying rooted in one church for 20 years
* Sabbath as resistance: A mountain trail as a form of protest
* How to practice presence in a world obsessed with productivity
* Two invitations for the week: one for gathered worship, one for slow walking
✍️ Practice for the Week
Vertical–Horizontal Check-In
* What to do during worship: Whisper“Lord, fill my heart with You.”
* After church, speak one encouraging sentence to someone you barely know.
Mini-Sabbath Walk
* Set aside 1 hour for an unhurried walk—no phone, no earbuds.
* Let this prayer guide your steps: “Breathe in grace, breathe out hurry.”
* Write down one thing you noticed about God, and one thing you noticed about someone or someplace.
📜 Scripture Blessing
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest…You will find rest for your souls.” — Matthew 11:28–29
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Formation Dig is written and hosted by Gene Maynard.Thanks for listening—and may grace and joy meet you in your steps this week.
