Six strengths of John Mark Comer’s discipleship model

John Mark Comerโ€™sย Practicing the Wayย model of discipleship has gained traction among Christians, spiritual seekers, and churches around the world because it is biblically faithful, theologically grounded, and psychologically realistic. It is designed to support the spiritual formation of people who actually want to become like Jesus in daily life. Here are six key strengths of …

Growing deeper through spiritual practices

Is there anyone here who used to read On Being magazine?  For the final edition of that quality Australian Christian magazine, before its relaunch as On Being Alive in February 1998, the editors asked a range of Christian leaders about their expectations and their thoughts on probable trends for the Australian church. Several common perceptions stood out: an increasing reliance …

Ten spiritual disciplines to grow deeper in faith

Here are ten classic spiritual disciplines or practices for Christian discipleship, drawn from Scripture and centuries of church tradition. There are many more. 1. Sabbath (Rest) A weekly rhythm of ceasing from work to delight in Godโ€™s creation, grace, and sovereignty (e.g., Gen 2:2โ€“3; Ex 20:8โ€“11). Sabbath is a time for rest, play, feasting and celebration, …