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Spiritual disciplines - Closer to God

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The origin of spiritual disciplines, their purpose, and how they have been used in scripture (Old and New Testaments) and by early Church figures.

In what way are spiritual disciplines necessary for ministry in the Body of Christ?

What influence do spiritual disciplines have on spiritual formation?

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This solution of 207 words discusses spiritual disciplines and how they can help to become closer to God.

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Spiritual disciplines are some of the ways to grow closer to God. They are disciplines because it involves doing something that is difficult for most people, because the Ego gets in the way. For example, service to others or better yet, service to strangers, is one of the best ways to ...

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