I love sequels. A sequel means that the original story was good enough to warrant a second part. With regard to spiritual formation, according to God’s word, nothing could be more true. Spiritual formation is at the heart of the Christian journey. As we follow Christ, we should be in the process of becoming more like Him.
In last weeks message we explored the basic components of spiritual formation. Our focus was primarily on the “why” and “when” involved in our spiritual maturation. We saw the dynamics of spiritual growth as being a partnership between us and God where He does His part as we do ours. We determined that sometimes it was difficult to gauge when spiritual formation would occur but that growth “spurts” were inevitable if we continued to live as we should. Our last dynamic was the absolute necessity of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Our spiritual vitality was contingent upon the Vine/branches relationship described in John 15.
This week we will continue our journey as we consider the “how” and “where” of spiritual formation. Our exploration will delve into where spiritual growth begins and how it continues.
Paul’s admonition to the church at Colosse was one which challenged them to change their focus from angelic emanations to the glorious Christ. Paul reminds them that the glorious riches of the mystery that they are to be sharing with others is, “Christ in you, the hope of glory.”
Are you sharing the mystery still? Can others see Christ in you? He’s all the hope anyone has. May He be formed in us all!
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