Growing in Spiritual Disciplines

Paul commanded Timothy, “Train yourself for godliness” (1 Tim. 4:7). The spiritual disciplines are essential to our growth into Christlike maturity, so we must learn to invest ourselves in these patterns daily.

In this panel discussion from TGC25, Andy Davis, Dan Doriani, Trillia Newbell, Ruth Chou Simons, and Afshin Ziafat discuss practical ways to become more faithful in prayer, Bible intake, fasting, and other disciplines.

In This Episode

0:00 – Introduction and opening prayer

1:39 – Panel members’ introductions and personal experiences

4:33 – Defining spiritual disciplines

7:48 – Importance of spiritual disciplines

16:52 – Practical applications and personal experiences

42:01 – Community and accountability

Resources Mentioned:

• Two Journeys Ministry
• The Spirit of the Disciplines by Dallas Willard

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