No disciples grows by accident. Through spiritual disciplines, we grow more into who Christ calls us to be.

The Reason for Spiritual Disciplines

• Most people don’t grow in their faith simply because they don’t want it bad enough.
• Spiritual disciplines are premeditated activities that encourage spiritual growth.
• The diligent reps in spiritual workouts reveal their effectiveness when life’s competitions begin.
• Neglecting time for spiritual trainings reveals that we don’t prioritize it.
• Spiritual experiences can serve as a booster to your faith, but spiritual disciplines provide the lifeblood for your longevity.

The Need for Spiritual Disciplines

1 Timothy 4:6-16

• Spiritual disciplines are not meant to make you more liked by Jesus but to make you more like Jesus (4:6-7).
• Our souls need more work than our bodies (4:8-10).
• Never use your age or experience to serve as an excuse (4:11-12).
• Practice makes progress (4:13-15).
• Your spiritual habits will not only impact you but also influence those around you (4:16).

The Path for Spiritual Disciplines

• If you aren’t satisfied with your current commitment to spiritual disciplines, do something about it.
• Don’t lose interest in spiritual habits because they don’t always provide immediate results.
• Don’t allow guilt of previous neglect keep you from making current progress.
• Train your soul habits now, and reap the benefits later.

The List of Spiritual Disciplines

• Bible Meditation – Studying the truths of Scripture
• Bible Memorization – Committing God’s Word to memory
• Prayer – Talking to the most important Being about the most important things
• Worship – Expressing adoration to God for who He is and what He has done
• Fasting – Premeditated abstaining from essential nourishment for spiritual purposes
• Stewardship – Giving of your financial resources for the benefit of others
• Evangelism – Sharing the gospel of Jesus to others
• Service – Using your spiritual gifts to minister to others
• Silence and Solitude – Seeking the quiet to calm your soul and focus your thoughts
• Journaling – Archiving the work of God in your life
• Learning – Seeking to understand truth so you can share it with others