John Mark Comer Teachings Three Shifts of Discipleship | Spiritual Cartography E3
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Jan 19, 2026 Discover the three crucial shifts in discipleship: embracing trust over fear, cultivating hope instead of despair, and moving from self-centeredness to love. John Mark explains that faith, hope, and love are not merely feelings, but deep-rooted conditions of the heart shaped over time. He highlights how radical trust in God can alleviate anxiety and transform relationships. Gratitude serves as a vital practice to nurture hope and joy, ultimately guiding us towards agape love, which is the true aim of Christianity.
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Faith As A Mature Trust
- Faith is a settled condition of the heart that grows from anxious care to calm trust in God.
- John Mark Comer says faith develops like a muscle through repeated challenges that strengthen reliance on God.
Anxiety As Temporary Atheism
- Anxiety is described as a temporary atheism where we act as if God is absent and must control everything.
- This control-driven life becomes manipulative, dehumanizing, and prevents us from becoming who God intends.
Strengthen Faith Through Practice
- Train your faith like a muscle by facing challenges that require trust in God.
- Embrace resistance and small acts of reliance to grow calm confidence in God's care.
