Do you want to detach from distractions? be able to delay gratification? conquer the worst parts of yourself? make better decisions? endure hardship? clearly hear God's voice? remain focused and centered? be unperturbed by external events? behave unselfishly? show moral courage? receive insight? sense inner peace? If you have plenty of "Yes" answers, then the spiritual disciplines are for you.

Spiritual disciplines are biblical and habitual exercises that build inner strength and promote spiritual growth. The Apostle Paul challenged young Timothy, “… discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness” (1 Tim. 4:7). Simply having a spiritual regimen doesn’t make us godly (that’s the mistake of the Pharisees), but its habitual practice lays a firm foundation that enables the fruit of godly character. In a nutshell, these spiritual workout sessions “put us in a place where we can notice God and respond to His word to us” (Calhoun). And that’s what keeps us growing strong!

So church, if you’re willing, let’s hit the gym—God’s gym!

April 7 | Solitude & Silence • Carlos Peña
​April 14 | Hearing & Doing • Carlos Peña
April 28 | Fasting - Thirsting for God • Daniel Noh
May 5 | Praying and Confession • Erwin Carreon
May 19 | Worship: Practicing God's Presence • Carlos Peña
May 26 | Spiritual Friendship: Developing Spiritual Companionship • Daniel Noh
June 16 | Understanding Father As Bible Explains • Daniel Noh
June 23 | Secrecy - Giving without Public Notice • Carlos Peña