I’ve enjoyed a remarkable week in the Word! Every day, I’ve learned something new and been encouraged by Christ’s Spirit in profound ways.
It’s a week during which I’ve been reminded of the powerful truth in Hebrews 4, which describes the Word of God as living and active. Indeed, perhaps the most “alive and active” power in the world. One we have the privilege and joy of connecting to daily.
Our church is in a season of prayer, fasting, and discernment regarding an opportunity we believe the Lord is placing before us. I have been inviting the congregation to “fasting” and a host of other biblical and spiritual disciplines so that we might clear out the clutter of our lives and be attentive to the voice of God within and among us.
It’s been personally enriching time with the Lord.
My week in the Word has been structured around times of study and times of prayerful meditation. I’ve also been fasting, which is a spiritual discipline that helps me get in touch with my desires, direct them toward Christ, and enjoy communion with Him.
Spiritual disciplines or sacred rhythms are, I believe, essential practices or tools (means of grace) for disciples.