Unlocking the Power of Poetry | Drew Jackson

Poetry doesn’t give answers. It helps us notice. When the pandemic hit, Drew Jackson found solace in an unexpected place: poetry. It became a spiritual practice that settled his soul, helping him notice the world around him and the presence of God. Drew writes at the intersection of justice, peace, and contemplation, with a passion to contribute toward a more just and whole world. Join Drew and I as we discuss all things poetry – and he recites some of his beautiful poems and tells us the stories behind them. **** Listener bonus: IVP is giving us 30% off and free shipping with code MUCHMORE until 5/3/2023 at https://www.ivpress.com/touch-the-earth Some highlights from our conversation: 00:00:00 - Introduction, 00:02:00 - Drew's Journey into Poetry, 00:05:08 - Poetry as Spiritual Practice, 00:11:12 - Personal Poem, 00:13:55 - Using Poetry in Ministry, 00:16:50 - The Relationship Between Peace and Justice, 00:19:22 - Reflection on Luke's Gospel, 00:23:59 - Meditation on Luke 11:1-4, 00:30:34 - Reflection on Legacy and Passing on the Faith, 00:31:45 - Conclusion   You can connect with Drew at: https://drewejackson.com/ On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/d.jacksonpoetics On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d.jacksonpoetics/ On Twitter: https://twitter.com/djacksonpoetics Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.