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Why This Matters
Growing in our love for God and others happens through many different ways—through our relationships, our personal practices, and our spiritual experiences. We know that both personal spiritual practices (like prayer and Bible reading) and being part of a Christian community are important for spiritual growth.
What we hope to learn is how these two dimensions come together in everyday life.
How have your practices been shaped by your community, and how has your community helped you grow in faith? By sharing your story, you can contribute to a greater understanding of how God works through both spiritual practices and relationships to transform lives.
Why Your Story Matters
The findings from this study will be used in articles to advance our understanding of the spiritual transformation process. By participating, you will contribute to a deeper understanding of how Christian leaders and communities can better support spiritual formation.
What Do We Mean by Spiritual Practices?
Spiritual practices are the regular habits and rhythms that help you grow closer to God and others, rooted in the teachings of Scripture and the traditions of Christians throughout history.
Spiritual practices are the regular habits and rhythms that help you grow closer tExamples include daily time with God, keeping a weekly sabbath rest, different kinds of prayer (alone or with others), fasting, solitude and silence, reading the Bible, participating in church life, giving generously, serving others, sharing your faith, or practicing gratitude.o God and others, rooted in the teachings of Scripture and the traditions of Christians throughout history.
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About the Researcher
What Do We Mean by Spiritual Community?
Spiritual community refers to a group of people who are committed to growing in their relationship with God and with one another.
This could take many forms, such as intentional gatherings of friends, church small groups, table groups, life groups, Bible studies, or ministry teams.
