Way Will Open: An Easter Reflection
Living Compass Spirituality and Wellness Podcast
Episode Summary
In this Easter season episode, Scott explores the ancient Quaker wisdom phrase "Way will open" and its profound connection to the resurrection story. With honesty and hope, he reflects on why we sometimes close ourselves off to new life — and why trusting that way will open is both a radical act and a deeply grounded spiritual practice.
In This Episode
Why "Way will open" may be the most-used phrase in Scott's coaching work
How we sometimes unconsciously seal ourselves inside our own tombs — in relationships, at work, and in our inner lives
The healing of the man ill for 38 years (John 5) and what his response reveals about our own resistance to new life
Why way doesn't always open in the direction or manner we expect — and why that's actually part of the wisdom
The cave illustration: sometimes the opening is right behind us, if we're willing to turn around and walk through the darkness
Easter as a way of seeing — a counter-cultural mindset of hope in the middle of a world full of Good Fridays
Key Quote
"Do I believe that way will open? Yes, I do. Believe it? Heck, I've seen it."
Scripture Reference
John 5 — The healing of the man who had been ill for 38 years
Reflection Question
Where in your life right now might way be opening — perhaps in a direction you haven't yet turned toward?
Resources & Connect
📧 Reach Scott at: scott@livingcompass.org
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🎧 A guided meditation based on this episode will be available in the Living Compass app
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