TGC Podcast Growing in Spiritual Disciplines
Jan 16, 2026
Dan Doriani, a pastor and expert in spiritual formation, joins writer Trillia Newbell, author Ruth Chou Simons, and pastor Afshin Ziafat for an engaging conversation on spiritual disciplines. They explore the deep significance of prayer, Bible intake, and community in achieving Christlike growth. Trillia shares her personal journey, while Ruth emphasizes delighting in God rather than duty. The group also discusses practical habits for integrating these disciplines into daily life, making faith both intimate and accessible.
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Disciplines As Cooperative Training
- Spiritual disciplines are regular practices affirmed by the church that train disciples in godly character and deeds.
- They collaborate with the Spirit to mortify sin and grow obedience to mission.
Turn Practices Into Habits
- Build habits by practicing disciplines at set times or triggered moments in your day.
- Repeat the chosen practice often so it becomes a reliable spiritual habit.
Disciplines Participate With The Spirit
- Sanctification requires both God's decisive work and our active participation through disciplines.
- Disciplines set us to 'catch the wind' of the Spirit rather than replace His work.
