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John Mark Comer: What is Spiritual Maturity?

Mar 12, 2024

John Mark Comer discusses spiritual growth and maturity, emphasizing the importance of daily renewal and shedding the self. The chapter explores aligning life with spiritual values, forming a 'rule of life' for deeper relationships and intentional growth. Comer challenges the misconception of earning salvation through effort, highlighting the transformative power of grace and dedication to Jesus.

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John Mark Comer

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Spiritual maturity is a gradual process akin to a glacier's slow yet impactful progress, emphasizing humility and awareness of brokenness.

Adopting a rule of life with intentional practices like Sabbath, prayer, and service fosters spiritual growth and aligns values with daily routines.

Effort in spiritual formation is distinct from earning salvation, emphasizing grace as the catalyst for holistic transformation and alignment with inner desires.

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03:15

Introduction

2min

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7min

Navigating Shifts and Reflections on Purpose

16min

Replenishing Electrolytes with Element Drink Mix

9min

Journey of Sacrifice and Renewal

8min

Bringing Bible Stories to Life and Designing Dad Spaces

3min

Journey Towards Spiritual Growth and Maturity

18min

Exploration of Aligning Life with Spiritual Growth and Development

5min

The Path to Transformation

7min

If you put accomplished theologian, best-selling author, and part-time stand-up comedian into an algorithm, it's likely you'll end up with John Mark Comer. His latest book, Practicing the Way, is an outline and guide of a set of practices and relational rhythms that slow us down and open up space in our daily lives.

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