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Mentioned in 10 episodes
The Spirit of the Disciplines
Understanding How God Changes Lives
Book • 1988
In 'The Spirit of the Disciplines', Dallas Willard argues that spiritual disciplines are essential for transforming Christians into the character of Christ.
He contends that these disciplines, such as solitude, silence, fasting, and prayer, are concrete activities that make us more receptive to God's Kingdom.
The book explores the theological foundation of these disciplines, their historical context, and their practical application in everyday life.
Willard emphasizes that salvation is a process of transformation worked out through our physical bodies and that these disciplines are crucial for living a life that reflects Christ's teachings.
He contends that these disciplines, such as solitude, silence, fasting, and prayer, are concrete activities that make us more receptive to God's Kingdom.
The book explores the theological foundation of these disciplines, their historical context, and their practical application in everyday life.
Willard emphasizes that salvation is a process of transformation worked out through our physical bodies and that these disciplines are crucial for living a life that reflects Christ's teachings.
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Mentioned in 10 episodes
Mentioned by
John Mark Comer as being from USC and that scripture memorization was the single most important spiritual discipline in his life.


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Memorize | Scripture E4
Mentioned by
John Eldredge in relation to spiritual disciplines and the importance of union with Christ.


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The Masculinity Crisis with John Eldredge
Mentioned by Thomas McConkie as a source of inspiration for the episode's teaching on contemplation and prayer.

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Read by
Matthew Lee Anderson as an undergraduate, it helped shape his thinking on bodies, influencing his study of Paul's epistles.


Where Should Babies Come From? | Matthew Lee Anderson
Mentioned as one of Dallas Willard's five major books.

Conversation with Michael Stewart Robb
Mentioned by
Chris Nye as a book that says the parables are not meant to make you feel comfortable, but to agitate you.


The Scandal Of The Kingdom: Bags Of Gold // Matthew 25:14-30 - Chris Nye
Mentioned by
John Ortberg as a book containing a line about spirituality being a major source of human misery.


Why Some Don't Like Habits--w/Nancy Ortberg (2023) HABIT
Mentioned by Keithan Schwahn when discussing placing our public relations department entirely in the hands of God.

The Fifth Act | Risk + Reputation - Keithen Schwahn