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Jan 18, 2017 · Here’s the good news: The Bible provides seven effective “habits” that define Christ-driven daily discipleship. I’ve put them into seven little words that sum up everything the Bible teaches about how highly passionate followers of Jesus get that way.
- What Are The Spiritual Disciplines?
- Study
- Prayer
- Fasting
- Confession
- Worship
- Fellowship
- Rest
- Celebration
- Service
There is no consensus list of spiritual disciplines. The Bible does not include a set list. So different authors list different disciplines—some more biblical than others. I believe twelve primary spiritual activities were practiced by Jesus and prescribed for all believers in the Bible: study, prayer, fasting, confession, worship, fellowship, rest...
Of all the disciplines, none may be more important than the study of God’s Word. Only through the instruction of the Bible can we understand the ways and the will of God. The theology and practice of every spiritual discipline is rooted in Scripture. Without the study of God’s Word, we cannot hope to grow spiritually. Jesus knew Scripture better th...
Prayer is how we talk to God. When we pray, God listens. Jesus taught many things about prayer. He warned against the prayers of hypocrites who make a show of their prayer, and taught us to pray humbly (Matt 6:5-6). God is like a good father who delights in giving good gifts to his asking children (Luke 11:9-13). We should persevere in prayer until...
Fastingis abstaining from eating food for spiritual reasons. It is a focused time of spiritual dependence on God to sustain you, almost always accompanied by prayer. But in our self-indulgent culture lacking in self-control, fasting may be the most neglected discipline today. Jesus fasted (Matt 4:2-4), and he expected that his followers would fast ...
Confession is an admission of sin followed by repentance. Confession can be either private (between you and God), personal (between you and a trusted believer), or public (between you and everyone). But while we are more open to private confession, many are terrified at the thought of personal or public confession. Of all the spiritual disciplines,...
In many churches, we have made the word worship synonymous with singing, but it is much more than that. The English word worship comes from the Saxon word weorthscype that evolved into worthship. So when we speak of worshipping God, we mean responding according to his worthiness. The discipline of worship is a focused response to God’s infinite wor...
We tend to think of fellowship as a social activity, but it’s more than just small talk. Fellowship is about being united as a body of believers, encouraging one another to follow Jesus. Jesus lived in constant fellowship with the Father, and also with his disciples. But Jesus knew that fellowship would be challenging. Before he was arrested and cr...
Today, the spiritual discipline of rest requires more discipline than ever. Modern technology has made us always accessible. We are rarely disconnected from the internet, and can binge on endless entertainment options. We suffer from busyness, yet most spiritual discipline books do not include rest. God instituted the discipline of rest in the crea...
In celebration, we rejoice in God’s many blessings and remember his faithfulness. While too much celebrating could become excessive, no celebration is also bad. Ecclesiastes 5:18-19says that it is “good and fitting” to eat and drink and enjoy the fruit of our labor and the money and possessions that God has given us, because “this is the gift of Go...
The discipline of service is a direct assault on our pride. Service requires humility. We humble ourselves before God, and take on the posture of a servant, putting God and others ahead of ourselves. There is no greater example of a servant than Jesus. He taught that the greatest people are those who serve (Matt 23:11), that the last will be first ...
Sep 5, 2024 · Here are 60 Powerful Bible Verses About Passion For God, Work, and Life. What does the Bible say about passion? What does it mean to have a passion for Christ?
In the Bible, passion is often associated with intense emotions, fervent zeal, and unwavering commitment to a cause or belief. Let’s explore the biblical significance of passion and how it can shape our spiritual journey.
Mar 17, 2024 · In the Bible, we find numerous examples of people who relied on God during difficult times and found the strength to persevere. One such example is found in Isaiah 41:10, where God says, "Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."
Whom have I in heaven but you? And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
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Jan 4, 2022 · In the Bible, strength is often linked to God’s power. Believers are to “be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power” (Ephesians 6:10). The unlimited power of Christ is the source of strength for those who belong to Him.
