15
Jun
2009
Actions that aid transformation
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Two posts ago, I raised the problem of always studying, but not experiencing transformation. Last post, I talked about how we start moving from study to application. In today’s post, I want us to look at seven ways we can accelerate the transformation that occurs when we apply the Word in our lives. Saturate--Internalize... Read More
10
Jun
2009
Moving beyond Study
In the prior post, Stuck on Study, I discussed influences that keep us stuck in study. In this post, we are going to explore getting unstuck and moving beyond just amassing knowledge of the Word of God. We are going to look at how we assimilate the Word of God into our lives. Here are... Read More
9
Jun
2009
Stuck on Study
I was recently reading in Glenn McDonald’s book, The Disciple-making Church, a chapter on having a mind transformed by the Word of God. Glenn made the statement, “Our aim, however, is not complete mastery. Few people in history have mastered the Bible’s contents. The issue isn’t knowledge as much as transformation–the recasting of our minds... Read More
3
Jun
2009
31 “31’s” of prayer
I have learned the hard way that spiritual growth most frequently happens when we are intentional and committed to it. Duh! That may sound obvious, but is it? For example, what can you list right now that you are doing on a disciplined basis with an intent to grow spiritually…to become a better disciple? If... Read More
25
May
2009
Praying for Pruning
A couple of weeks ago, I made a post about pruning habits that draw our energy away from following God. After the fact, I realized that I only gave you half of the instructions need. The Sunday after creating that post, I happened to preach on the passage in the gospel of John where Jesus... Read More
18
May
2009
Use a trellis for more fruitful living.
Today, I put a cage around my tomato plant in anticipation of it’s inevitable growth and need for support. As I did so I was reminded of an important lesson I once heard a Trappist monk share. I had gone on a retreat to a monastery in southern Missouri with a group of college students.... Read More