How To Form Spiritual Habits: Step 004

Nov 24, 2025

Kaleb Allen, a dedicated disciple-maker and church leader, joins the conversation to explore spiritual rhythms like Bible reading, prayer, and Sabbath. He emphasizes the importance of forming intentional habits that ground you in chaos, sharing daily practices such as gratitude and solitude. Kaleb discusses creating a personal 'rule of life' to maintain spiritual health during tough times. He warns against the consequences of neglecting these disciplines, urging listeners to start small with manageable goals for lasting change.

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ANECDOTE

Rock Bottom And The Truth Teller Declaration

Jerrad recounts hitting rock bottom and declaring, “I’m a truth teller,” as the start of deep healing.
That identity statement reshaped his actions and committed him to radical honesty in counseling and life.

INSIGHT

Joy That Outlasts Circumstances

Deep, circumstance-independent joy is possible through following Jesus and inner transformation.
Jerrad argues this joy comes from training the inner life, not improving external circumstances.

ADVICE

Train For Godliness Daily

Do train yourself for godliness, following 1 Timothy 4:7–8, because it benefits both this life and the next.
Prioritize spiritual training as worthwhile and effective for present life health.

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You can have a good life — not an easy life, but one filled with deep peace and joy that circumstances can’t shake. In this episode, Jerrad unpacks Step 4 of the Seven Steps of Discipleship: Forming Spiritual Habits — a conversation about how men grow through intentional, daily rhythms that train the soul for godliness.

Jerrad shares how his own healing journey began with one powerful declaration: “I’m a truth teller.” That single identity statement became the foundation for transformation. From there, he talks about how building small, consistent habits — rooted in who you’re becoming, not just what you’re doing — can reshape your entire life.

Through stories, scripture, and real talk, this episode will help you:

Understand why identity always comes before habits
Recognize that you’re already a man of habits — they just need redirecting
Learn how to start small and stay consistent (even when motivation fades)
Discover how godly habits train you to live with deep joy and peace, regardless of circumstance

Later in the episode, Jerrad is joined by Kaleb Allen, one of the most disciplined men he knows, to talk about practical spiritual disciplines — from Bible reading and prayer to solitude, gratitude, and Sabbath — and how these rhythms keep your soul grounded when life gets chaotic.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, inconsistent, or spiritually dry, this episode is your invitation to start building a life you’re proud of — one small habit at a time.

🎯 Key Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7–8

“Train yourself for godliness. For while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way—holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.”

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