Reconstructing Faith with Trevin Wax Spiritual Disciplines Won’t Change Your Life
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Jan 30, 2025 Kyle Strobel, an Associate Professor of Spiritual Theology and author, discusses the renewal of the church through personal transformation. He emphasizes that spiritual growth isn’t about mere discipline but about genuine dependence on God’s grace. The conversation tackles misconceptions of spiritual practices, advocating for a balance between individual reflection and community involvement. Strobel humorously critiques the self-help approach to faith, highlighting the importance of a deeper connection with Christ, especially in today’s digital age.
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Edwards' Resolutions
- Young Jonathan Edwards wrote 70 resolutions for self-improvement, focusing on disciplines.
- Later, he recognized the flaw of self-reliance in his early zeal, emphasizing dependence on God.
Digital Natives Seek Spiritual Grounding
- Younger generations, raised in the digital age, seek stability and meaning beyond the digital world.
- Spiritual disciplines offer them a sense of grounding and connection to something larger than themselves.
Reframing Christian Practices
- Ian Harbour found that spiritual formation reframed his understanding of Christian practices.
- He shifted from a legalistic view to seeing them as means of transformation into Christ's image.
