The Purpose of LifeSample

The Power of Practices

Receiving Christ is not the culmination of our faith but the beginning of a transformative journey. The apostle Paul encourages believers to continue living in Christ, which speaks to an ongoing, active relationship characterized by spiritual growth. Spiritual practices, or disciplines, play a crucial role in this journey. They are the habits and rhythms that help us grow in godliness and deepen our relationship with God.

Practices like prayer, scripture reading, fasting, and worship are not about fulfilling religious duties; they are about transforming our hearts and aligning our lives with God's will. These activities create space for the Holy Spirit to shape us into the likeness of Christ. They remind us of our dependence on God and foster an awareness of His presence in our daily lives.

Today, ask God to help you assess which spiritual practices might be missing or underdeveloped in your life. Perhaps you’ve never consistently engaged in a devotional time or maybe you've let it slip as other priorities compete for your attention. Choose one practice to focus on and ask God to help you incorporate it into your routine.

Reflect: What spiritual disciplines are part of your current routine? How do they shape your experience of God’s presence? Consider asking a friend to join you in cultivating a new discipline for accountability and encouragement.