Spiritual Formation: An Invitation to Drawing Near The Task of Spiritual Theology
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Apr 5, 2024 Dive into the world of spiritual theology and its vital role in Christian formation. Discover how true spiritual growth is tied to God's glory, not just personal development. Unpack the metaphors of maturation in Scripture and learn how growth reflects a relationship with Christ. Explore the dangers of losing spiritual theology to self-help or moralism. Plus, insights on how Jonathan Edwards discerned genuine spiritual experiences and the integration of psychology with faith. This journey enriches understanding and invites deeper reflection.
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Spiritual Theology Defined
- Spiritual theology articulates how believers mature into Christlikeness by the Spirit, addressing nature, processes, and directives of growth.
- It keeps formation gospel-centered so formation remains a fruit of union with Christ, not the ultimate goal.
Formation Is Fruit, Not The End
- The ultimate end of existence is God and his glory, not our personal formation.
- Formation is the fruit of union with God, and making formation the end instrumentalizes God.
Base Commands On Gospel Realities
- Ground commands in the indicative truths of what Christ has done for you and received by faith.
- 'Consider yourselves dead to sin and alive to God' flows from union with Christ, not autonomous willpower.
