Outstretched

[TBC: Although the stated goal is for "deepening a relationship with Him," the appeal to psychology and principles drawn from the contemplative spirituality will certainly prove a diversion from a deepened relationship with Christ. As Dave has noted concerning yoga, "One of the most ancient religious practices is being passed off as science. Yoga was introduced by Lord Krishna in the Baghavad Gita as the sure way to Hindu heaven; and Shiva (one of the most feared Hindu deities, known as 'The Destroyer') is addressed as Yogeshwara, Lord of Yoga. No wonder yoga can be so destructive. In  Yoga Journal, Ken Wilbur, a yoga expert known as the 'Einstein of consciousness,' warns that Eastern meditation, no matter how carefully practiced, involves 'a whole series of deaths and rebirths . . . rough and frightening times.' "]

Christian Yoga

The Outstretched philosophy is simple: we believe God will bless our sincere efforts at deepening a relationship with Him. He wants our fellowship and appreciates creative approaches to seeking His face. This is why Outstretched is dedicated to a Christ-centered pursuit of physical healing and spiritual growth through a practice of yoga.

This Christian approach to yoga simply allows us to combine these two essential goals: becoming physically healthy and spiritually healthy. We become more spiritually healthy through the yoga practice by calming our minds and quieting ourselves to the point that we can tune out the world's frequency and tune into God's frequency.

Being quiet with God allows us to create enough psychological and spiritual space that God can truly create an inner sanctuary in us. Being quiet enough to hear our Lord's voice is not optional -- it's essential for growth. Let God bless your efforts to get closer to Him and the joy-filled, healthy life He has planned for you!

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