Spiritual Practices (Disciplines): Regularly engaging with God through spiritual practices that help you live in intimate connection with Jesus and obedience to Him.

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Celebration of Discipline

• Author: Richard Foster

  © 1998 Harper San Francisco ISBN 0060628391

• Notes: Discipline. Sometimes, that strikes us as a mean word, something we don't want to happen to us. Yet, discipline & "Disciplines" are something to celebrate. In this book, Richard Foster explores the classic Disciplines (or spiritual practices) of the Christian faith and talks about how they are the path to spiritual growth. Topics include Meditation, Prayer, Fasting, Study, Simplicity, Solitude, Submission, Service, Confession, Worship, Guidance, and Celebration. You may find other books about Disciplines that are easier to read, but this is considered a classic for how it gets to the issues and truly motivates people towards real spiritual growth.
• Resource Access: Purchase at a bookstore (including at Gateway) or order online
• Growth Level: Deepen

Sacred Rhythms

• Author: Ruth Haley Barton

  © 2006 InterVarsity Press ISBN 0830833331

• Notes: Subtitled: "Arranging Our Lives for Spiritual Transformation." Ruth Barton is a teacher of spiritual formation and incorporating spiritual practices into everyday life. This book discusses seven key disciplines, and how we can incorporate them into our daily lives. Suitable for individual or group use.
• Resource Access: Available at Gateway online ordering
• Growth Level: Deepen

The Spirit of the Disciplines

• Author: Dallas Willard

  © 1991 Harper San Francisco ISBN 0060694424

• Notes: This book about Spiritual Disciplines is covered in Scripture References and insights into how the practice of Disciplines enables ordinary people to life a fruitful Christian life.
• Resource Access: Purchase at a bookstore (including at Gateway) or order online
• Growth Level: Deepen

Invitation to Silence and Solitude

• Author: Ruth Haley Barton

  © 2004 InterVarsity Press ISBN 0830823867

• Notes: A book about the spiritual practices of silence and solitude.
• Growth Level: Deepen

The Life You've Always Wanted

• Author: John Ortberg

  © 2002 Zondervan ISBN 0310246954

• Notes: An easy-to-read book about "Spiritual Disciplines for Ordinary People." Explaining how the Christian life is about transformation, John Ortberg talks about disciplines as the heartbeat of the Christian life. Disciplines covered include celebration, rest, prayer, serving, confession, reflection, etc. Most suitable for individual or running partner use, but could be used by experienced group leaders (study guide available).
• Resource Access: Purchase at a bookstore like Amazon.com
• Growth Level: Discover or Develop

Spiritual Practices Pages

• Author: Gateway

  (NA)

• Notes: This site contains several pages dedicated entirely to spiritual practices (or spiritual disciplines). Start by accessing the "respond" page where you can think about what you're facing and read Scripture to understand what God says about that. That page also offers suggested spiritual practices that might help you connect with God regarding what you're facing. Or, jump straight into the Spiritual Practices pages through the links below.
• Resource Access: Access the respond tool
• Growth Level: All

Spiritual Practice of Service

• Author: Gateway

  (NA)

• Notes: This is a resource page about the practice of Service.
• Resource Access: Spiritual Practices: Service
• Growth Level: All

Spiritual Practice of Simplicity or Frugality

• Author: Gateway

  (NA)

• Notes: This is a resource page about the practice of Simplicity / Frugality.
• Resource Access: Spiritual Practices: Simplicity
• Growth Level: All

Spiritual Practice of Journaling

• Author: Gateway

  (NA)

• Notes: This is a resource page about the practice of Journaling.
• Resource Access: Spiritual Practices: Journaling
• Growth Level: All

Spiritual Practice of Worship

• Author: Gateway

  (NA)

• Notes: This is a resource page about the practice of Worship.
• Resource Access: Spiritual Practices: Worship
• Growth Level: All

Spiritual Practice of Prayer

• Author: Gateway

  (NA)

• Notes: This is a resource page about the practice of Prayer.
• Resource Access: Spiritual Practices: Prayer
• Growth Level: All

Spiritual Practice of Scripture Memorization

• Author: Gateway

  (NA)

• Notes: This is a resource page about the practice of memorizing Scripture.
• Resource Access: Spiritual Practices: Memorization
• Growth Level: All

Spiritual Practice of Meditation

• Author: Gateway

  (NA)

• Notes: This is a resource page about the practice of Meditation.
• Resource Access: Spiritual Practices: Meditation
• Growth Level: All

Spiritual Practice of Fasting

• Author: Gateway

  (NA)

• Notes: This is a resource page about the practice of Fasting.
• Resource Access: Spiritual Practices: Fasting
• Growth Level: All

Spiritual Practice of Bible Study

• Author: Gateway

  (NA)

• Notes: This is a resource page about the practice of Bible Study.
• Resource Access: Spiritual Practices: Bible Study
• Growth Level: All

Spiritual Practice of Sacred Reading

• Author: Gateway

  (NA)

• Notes: This is a resource page about the practice of Sacred Reading (or Devotional Reading).
• Resource Access: Spiritual Practices: Sacred Reading
• Growth Level: All

Spiritual Practice of Celebration

• Author: Gateway

  (NA)

• Notes: This is a resource page about the practice of Celebration.
• Resource Access: Spiritual Practices: Celebration
• Growth Level: All

Spiritual Practice of Confession

• Author: Gateway

  (NA)

• Notes: This is a resource page about the practice of Confession.
• Resource Access: Spiritual Practices: Confession
• Growth Level: All

Spiritual Practice of Accountability

• Author: Gateway

  (NA)

• Notes: This is a resource page about the practice of Accountability.
• Resource Access: Spiritual Practices: Accountability
• Growth Level: Deepen

There are currently no resources of this type in this category.

Christian Disciplines

• Author / Series: Andrea Sterk, Peter Scazzero / Life Guide

  © 1999 InterVarsity Press ISBN 0830830553

• Bible Section: Topical Study
• Notes: This is a good introductory level study on Spiritual Disciplines. Divides 12 disciplines into 3 categories.
• Resource Access: Buy at a bookstore, including at Gateway online ordering
• Leader Notes: 12 sessions. Includes leader's notes. Recommended for new leaders.
• Growth Level: Develop

Wisdom: Making Life Work

• Author / Series: Bill Hybels / Christian Basics

  © 2003 InterVarsity Press ISBN 0830820183

• Bible Section: Topical Study
• Notes: This is a study guide about more than just wisdom -- it's about developing discipline, finding truth, and speaking truth.
• Resource Access: Purchase at a bookstore or order online
• Leader Notes: 6 sessions. Leaders Notes included.
• Growth Level: Develop

Study Guide for the Celebration of Discipline

• Author / Series: Richard Foster / Stand-Alone

  © 1983 Harper San Francisco ISBN 0060628332

• Bible Section: Topical Study
• Notes: This is a study guide to accompany Foster's book, "Celebration of Discipline." It includes essays and exercises to help the reader better understand the main book.
• Resource Access: Leaders can access at the library or anyone can order online
• Leader Notes: Heavy-Duty Reading. Recommended for experienced leaders only and for maturing Christ-followers who aren't afraid of deeper study.
• Growth Level: Deepen

Spiritual Disciplines Series

• Author / Series: Jan Johnson / Spiritual Disciplines

  © 2003 InterVarsity Press ISBN Various including 0830820930

• Bible Section: Topical Study
• Notes: Titles include: "Reflection & Confession," "Community & Submission," "Prayer & Listening," "Service & Secrecy," "Study & Meditation," and "Worship & Celebration." Each book includes group study lessons about those different spiritual disciplines or spiritual practices. Possibly suitable for individuals, also.
• Resource Access: Buy at a bookstore, including at Gateway online ordering
• Leader Notes: 6 sessions?. Easy-to-lead studies.
• Growth Level: Deepen

Spiritual Disciplines

• Author / Series: Stephen Eyre / Discipleship Series

  © 1992 Zondervan ISBN 0310547512

• Bible Section: Topical Study
• Notes: Includes sessions on prayer, worship, fellowship, meditation, simplicity, and fasting. This is a good general introduction to these disciplines.
• Resource Access: Buy at a bookstore, including at Gateway online ordering
• Leader Notes: 6 sessions. This is a good choice for inexperienced group leaders.
• Growth Level: Discover (New Christ-Followers)

There are currently no resources of this type in this category.