True Spirituality

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This means that you are free from the guilt and shame that can come with certain beliefs or actions. Despite our differences, we are all part of the same family and should work together to further God’s kingdom. Denomination and Unity Asking the simple question of “ what is the ultimate purpose of this path?” will help you to sort the ‘wheat from the chaff’ so to speak. The result of finding such clarity is a deeper, more authentic, and enriching spiritual path. Over to You … In conclusion, living the Christian life is an ongoing journey that requires daily commitment and intentional living. To keep this section succinct, I’ve divided the following paths and practices into five categories. (Keep in mind that some of these practices and paths can and do overlap): Earth-Based Spirituality

Ultimately, true spirituality is about finding a sense of purpose and meaning in life, and striving to live in a way that is authentic and true to yourself. Now I am ready for the war. Now there can be spirituality of a biblical sort. Now there can be a Christian life. Rejected, slain, raised: now we are ready to be used. But not only ready to be used in this present space-time world, but ready to enjoy it, as the creature: ready to enjoy it in the light of its createdness by God; ready to enjoy it, yet seeing it as it is since the Fall. 4 Are you searching for true spirituality? Do you feel like something is missing in your life, and you’re not sure what it is? Spirituality is a broad term that can mean different things to different people, but true spirituality is something that goes beyond religious beliefs or practices.

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Whatever the case, something is better than nothing. It’s best to flush out the toxins rather than letting them accumulate and fester within your mind and heart.

Whether you’re new to spirituality or have been on this path for a while, exploring the concept of true spirituality can help you find greater meaning and purpose in your life.By approaching them with love and cultivating freedom, you can deepen your connections and experience greater harmony and fulfillment in your life. Theological Perspectives Next, let’s consider the Christian life in relation to “psychological problems.” This is the problem of man’s separation from himself, and his relationship to himself in the world of thought. Just as God is a person – he thinks, acts, and feels – so, we are persons who think, act, and feel. Therefore as humans we are personal, rational, and moral beings. God created us in His image. As a result of the fall, however, we are separated from God and trying to exist outside the realm in which God made us to exist – as such, we are trying to be what we are not. As Schaeffer puts it, “our rationality damns us… by not bowing to God, with a loud shout of rationality, we simply end up jumping in the dark, and are torn within ourselves.” It is not enough for man to rationally begin with himself and work outward – his very existence demands purpose. . . being the sinful man that he is, he is not able to bring resolution to such demands; he is not only confounded by his limitations, and naturally “separated from himself,” but knows nothing of a tranquil heart that is at peace. As I mentioned above, without psychology, spirituality can easily become ungrounded, disconnected from daily life, and can be used to bypass our inner shadows, traumas, and childhood issues. Immanent spirituality, on the other hand, sees the Divine as living among us , very much apparent in this physical world, and something we embody. This does not mean that life will always be easy or that you will never face challenges, but it does mean that you can have a sense of peace in the midst of difficult circumstances.

It’s impossible to include every single spiritual path/practice here, but I hope you now have a smorgasbord of options to explore. It is not wrong to have such an approach to spiritual development. We grow from where we are, and if we pretend to be somewhere we are not and try to move forward, we are likely to travel in a very crooked line and become more confused than necessary. In conclusion, true spirituality is not about following a set of rules or performing certain rituals. The Law of Love is a fundamental principle of spirituality that emphasizes the importance of love and compassion in all of your relationships.Go to the section above entitled When Spirituality Overlaps With Psychology and choose one or two practices from the list. (Please note: shadow work is an advanced psychological practice that requires a good foundation of self-love– so if you’re new to self-development, try other practices first to not overwhelm yourself.) One theological perspective on sanctification is the Wesleyan view, which emphasizes the role of human cooperation in sanctification. This means seeking to love God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength, and loving your neighbor as yourself. The apostle Peter writes, “You are a chosen race… a people for God’s own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him who has called you out of darkness into His marvelous light” (1 Pet 2:9). As Christians, we are a people set apart for a purpose – and that is to show forth the praises of God. The supreme purpose of man is that he love God with all his heart, all his soul, and all his mind (Mt 22:37). Furthermore, it was always God’s intention that His children be the evidence and demonstration of Christ’s victory on the cross. Every Christian is to be a demonstration at his own point of history andto his own generation – not only of God’s character, which is a moral demonstration, but of God’s very existence. Though the Christian is called to believe right doctrine, Scripture also places an importanceon what he does as well as how he does it – in Christian service, the how is as important as the what. Before we define the five common spiritual paths out there, it’s extremely helpful to understand one simple point: spiritual paths can be either transcendent or immanent (and in some cases both).

Well, transcendent spirituality sees the Divine as greater than us, beyond this world, and something we attain or self-realize. What I mean by this is that, deep down, your heart, soul, spirit, whatever you want to call it, knows what it needs the most to evolve, mature, heal, and transform. This often involves cultivating a sense of inner peace and contentment, and striving to live in a way that is aligned with your values and beliefs.

We sin daily in thought, word, and deed – That is the emphasis of the Westminster Catechism. Though this is not wrong, it can be distorted by our sinful hearts into something which is exceedingly wrong. As we teach our children that we all sin daily in thought, word, and deed, we must be very careful to warn them of the danger of thinking that they can look lightly or abstractly at sin in their lives. Furthermore, if we count on Christ’s victory at the cross for our entrance into heaven, dare we deny Him the glory of what the victories would produce in the battles of the present life? And the battles before men and angels and the supernatural world? What an awful thought!