Spiritual formation

FORMATION AUDIT

Practice helps the information we take in become a part of who we are and transform our lives.
Our exercise for this session is to take an inventory of all the forces that are currently forming you.
Time Required: 30-60 Minutes

(1) This is one of the longest exercises in this Course, and we recommend you carve out a quiet time and place to spend ample time in thoughtful reflection and prayer.

(2) Invite the Spirit of Jesus to come and illuminate your mind, silence the voice of the evil one, and to “give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better,” and that “the eyes of your heart may be enlightened.”*

(3) Remember to answer honestly and non-judgmentally. You will likely feel your heart drift toward shame and denial, both of which will sabotage the effectiveness of this exercise.

(4) Above all, do this exercise with God. Slowly and prayerfully, and with your heart at peace.

Spiritual Health Reflection

The Spiritual Health Reflection helps you regularly assess your life with Jesus and discern simple, relevant next steps.
Time Required: 15-30 Minutes

(1) REFLECT Start by reflecting on questions about your apprenticeship to Jesus
(2) EXPLORE RESULTS Compare and explore your answers with helpful filters
(3) CHOOSE A FOCUS AREA Choose a focus area that you sense the Spirit is highlighting for growth
(4) PROCESS IN COMMUNITY Share your next steps with a trusted friend
(5) REPEAT TO GROW Reassess every few months and say yes to the next small step
(6) SEE PROGRESS OVER TIME Track the trajectory of your formation over time