Sep 8, 2026 · 8 min · 6 segments
In this solo episode, Sarah reflects on an unexpected encounter with a few very determined seagulls, and how it reshaped her understanding of silence and attention in the spiritual life. What started…
But between the noise and their relentless pursuit of food, they've started to teach me something about attention and about what it means to actually encounter God in the middle of an ordinary day.
Welcome to Theology on Purpose, where we embrace the call to be everyday theologians and dive deeper into the knowledge of God.
I'm your host, Sarah Kay Butterfield, and this is a space for women ready to move beyond secondhand faith and grow a purposeful relationship with God.
Every week we'll alternate between solo episodes and guest conversations, equipping you with insights and encouragement to strengthen your faith and impact your family, relationships, and the world.
Let's walk this journey with intention, purpose, and the courage to know God deeply.
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But between the noise and their relentless pursuit of food, they've started to teach me something about attention and about what it means to actually encounter God in the middle of an ordinary day.
Welcome to Theology on Purpose, where we embrace the call to be everyday theologians and dive deeper into the knowledge of God.
I'm your host, Sarah Kay Butterfield, and this is a space for women ready to move beyond secondhand faith and grow a purposeful relationship with God.
Every week we'll alternate between solo episodes and guest conversations, equipping you with insights and encouragement to strengthen your faith and impact your family, relationships, and the world.
Let's walk this journey with intention, purpose, and the courage to know God deeply.