Why should we deepen our prayer life? Dan and Melissa speak with Dr. Anthony Lilles about his book, Fire from Above: Christian Contemplation and Mystical Wisdom to explain the importance behind contemplative prayer and the reasons to make it part of one's daily prayer life.

Topics/Questions covered in the show:

• What was the motivation behind writing the book?
• What significance is behind making the sign of the cross? 
• Is there meaning behind touching the head, upper abdomen and shoulders when making the sign of the cross?
• Who is St. Elizabeth of the Trinity and why is she significant?
• Is contemplative prayer only reserved for priests and religious?
• What is the importance of entering into a deeper prayer life?

Resources:

• Spiritualdirection.com - website
• Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation
• Sophia Institute Press
• Fire from Above by Dr. Anthony Lilles
• Questions? Send an e-mail to Questions@myavila.com or call 818-646-7729. Please leave your name, location and question.