Spiritual Disciplines
Spiritual Disciplines Articles
Receiving the Father’s Embrace
We were not created to do life in our own strength. We can see the transformative power of God's presence at work, in our own lives and in our world. The way is simple: you pour out your heart in the presence of our loving, all-powerful Father, and he pours back his love and power into you.
March 18, 2025
The Last Supper: Eden’s Shalom in Unity
Knowing that Gethsemane, arrest, trial, crucifixion, resurrection, and ascension awaited Him, Jesus prayed. And it was a powerful and intentional prayer. Jesus began this prayer much like He began His model prayer, by acknowledging the glory of God the Father.
March 7, 2025
Eight Keys for Building Community to Foster Discipleship
This article is written by Reid Smith to identify ways to build community that fosters discipleship.
February 20, 2025
How is "Explore the Bible" Different from Other Bible Studies?
Learn how Lifeway's "Explore the Bible" is different than all other Bible study curriculums. Unify your church with in-depth, engaging Scripture exploration for kids to adults.
February 3, 2025
Remain in the Vine
This article is excerpted from week 2 of Storyteller John Part 2: Suffering of the Savior.
January 9, 2025
Knowing Your Community
This article was adapted from Dwayne McCrary’s book, Farsighted.
January 7, 2025
Planning for Disciple Making in 2025
This article is about discipleship and leading people to Jesus, written by John Paul Basham.
January 7, 2025
4 Bible Reading Plan Ideas for the New Year
If you find yourself looking at the new year as a chance to get back into your Bible, here are some different strategies on how to read your Bible, along with some Bibles tailored specifically to that style of study.
December 17, 2024
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Community that Marked the Acts 2 Church: Being Known and Loved
This article is an excerpt from the Bible study, Together: Community that Marked the Acts 2 Church by Ben Mandrell.
December 16, 2024
When You Smell the Flowers
Explore the subject of Heaven from a biblical perspective to get a clearer understanding of what God has prepared for His children once this life is over. Shop the Heaven Bible Study from Jennifer Rothschild at lifeway.com.
December 5, 2024