a 16-week journey on becoming formed into the image of Jesus.
The Foundation (pt. 1)
WEEK 1
A VISION FOR FORMATION
In order to pursue spiritual formation, we must first ask the “Why” of formation first. Why does God give us the ability to not just be saved, but made more like Jesus throughout our lives on Earth? This question gets to the core of humanity’s mission while on earth… To live out a vision of the kingdom for the world.
WEEK 2
what is FORMATION?
Answering the question “What is formation,” we dive into a few helpful concepts surrounding this topic. Centered around 2 Corinthians 3, we are to transformed into the image of Jesus. This is done through learning, being present, and emulating Jesus. We also navigate the well-known Three Ways (or Stages) of the Spiritual Journey, which charts the location of our journey—in awakening, purgation, illumination, and union.
WEEK 3
Abiding & the Spirit
Looking at 2 Corinthians 3 as our foundation of formation, we cannot forget the true source of formation, the Spirit. We must remember that formation comes from obedient abiding in Jesus through his Spirit’s power. Abiding (menō) or “to make yourself at home” defines the relationship and union we are to have with Jesus as we follow Him and become more like him.
The Soul (pt. 2)
Week 4
Feeling (THE HEART)
Is following Jesus just learning the right information? Or thinking the right things? What is our Soul? What does it mean to abide in Jesus with our entire souls?
This week is focused on defining the soul (nephesh) and how that translate to a formation to Jesus in not just our thinking, but also our doing, and our feeling.
This week hones in on our feelings(right-brain) primarily through the engagement of gratitude and relational joy.
Week 5
Thinking (The Mind)
Coming 10/13…
Week 6
Doing (The Hands)
Coming 10/20…