What is Spiritual Formation?
Spiritual Formation happens as we align our lives with the teachings and character of Jesus.
Walking With Jesus: Encountering Scripture Through Imaginative Prayer
“What do you want me to do for you?” Jesus’ question to the blind man in Mark 10 is as much for us as it was for him. Imaginative prayer brings this question to life, inviting us to step into the Gospel stories and encounter Jesus not as a distant figure but as a […]
What Ancient Practices Teach Us About Modern Discipleship
Discipleship is at the heart of the Christian faith, a call to follow Jesus, grow in His likeness, and share His love with the world. Yet, in our fast-paced, technology-driven age, the idea of discipleship can feel distant or disconnected from daily life. The good news? Scripture and history offer us a treasure trove of […]
The Power of Community in Spiritual Formation
Discover how community plays a vital role in your spiritual growth, drawing on the teachings and life of Jesus to foster deeper faith and understanding.
The Importance of Spiritual Retreats
“If you don’t come apart for a while, you will come apart after a while” РDallas Willard
The Importance of Formation in a Distracted World
Distractions are everywhere. Smartphones buzz with notifications, screens demand our attention, and endless to-do lists pull us in every direction. Amid this chaos, the call to live as disciples of Jesus can feel drowned out. Yet, Scripture offers a timeless solution: spiritual formation. This ancient practice of intentionally shaping our hearts, minds, and lives around […]
Sacred Seeing: Experiencing God Through Visio Divina
“I have now seen the One who sees me.” These words from Hagar in Genesis 16 reveal a God who is attentive, a God who sees us fully. Yet, how often do we pause long enough to truly see God? Visio Divina, or ‚Äúsacred seeing,‚Äù is a practice that invites us to slow down […]
Prayer as Transformation: Tracking the Subtle Signs of Growth
Growth in prayer isn‚Äôt always obvious. Often, it‚Äôs subtle‚Äîlike a seed growing underground before it breaks through the soil. Yet over time, prayer transforms us. The challenge is learning to notice those signs of transformation and celebrate them as evidence of God‚Äôs work in us. ‚ÄçWhat Does Transformation Look Like? Prayer reshapes us in ways […]
Measuring Prayer Growth: Listening for God’s Voice
How do we measure growth in prayer? It‚Äôs a difficult question because prayer isn‚Äôt a task to accomplish or a skill to master. Prayer is a relationship. Relationships grow not through measurable outcomes but through deepening trust, honesty, and presence. One way to evaluate our growth is by reflecting on how we are listening for […]
Loving Your Enemies Through Prayer: A Radical Practice of Grace
“Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” These words from Jesus aren‚Äôt just countercultural‚Äîthey‚Äôre downright offensive. Yet, they hold the key to a deeper, freer relationship with God and with others. ‚ÄçWhy Pray for Your Enemies? We often think of enemies as people who have wronged us in big ways. But […]