{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Rooted Podcast","title":"What is the Shema prayer? – The Shema series E1","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/a77a81cc\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1405,"description":"What does the Hebrew word Shema mean and what is the significance of the Shema prayer?Welcome to the first episode of our series on the Shema prayer and what the Bible has to say about listening. In this episode, Noël, Mark and Esther explore the scriptures in the books of Deuteronomy and Numbers that form the Shema and discuss how this daily prayer can shape our identity, desires and the way we live.They reflect that listening to God is about more than just hearing his words; it involves obedience that displays itself in practical action and personal transformation.They consider how distraction, especially from smartphones, weakens our attention on and love for God and other people, before sharing practical ways we can listen better in prayer, relationships and everyday life.Timestamps Rooted:Rooted is our devotional journal that helps make the Bible available to everyone, everywhere. Every other month, you’ll receive a new 80-page journal filled with insightful devotionals, thought-provoking prompts, and lots of opportunities to reflect, journal and be creative. Sign up today to receive your first journal for free.  Send us your questions!We'd love to hear from you.Submit your question. Bible Society:The Rooted Podcast is brought to you by Bible Society, a Christian organisation that translates, publishes, and distributes the Bible. We communicate its relevance and invite people to experience the transforming power of the Scriptures in today’s world. Visit our website to find out more. Bible Society socials: Facebook Instagram X (formerly Twitter)  Disclaimer: This is a Bible Society podcast, but it’s also a conversation between people exploring the Bible together. We won’t get everything right, and we won’t always agree! Please be patient with us and join us on the journey.#Prayer #Listening #Identity #SpiritualFormation #Deuteronomy #Numbers #ChristianLiving #ChristianPodcast","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/GVLHYRlXZ6OcRG8LwbokDUug3NzIEDMeFpe3SmdK55Q/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzQ3MzA1LzE3MDEy/NzAwMDAtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}