What if spiritual growth isn't about trying harder, but about positioning ourselves for God to do what only He can do?

Welcome to our new "Holy Habits" devotional series! Over the next several weeks, our Christ Church pastors will be exploring the spiritual practices and disciplines that help us partner with the Holy Spirit in the process of becoming more like Christ.

In this first devotion, we're joined by [Pastor's Name], who is fresh off a 48-hour silent retreat. He sets the foundation for the entire series by answering a crucial question: If we are saved by grace alone, why are spiritual practices so important?

In this video, you'll learn:

• The difference between our justification (saved by grace) and our sanctification (growing in grace).
• Why we can't simply "decide" to be better, but we can cultivate the soil of our hearts.
• How spiritual habits like prayer, silence, Sabbath, and community serve as a "counter-formation" to the hurry and distraction of our culture.
• A powerful analogy from Tolkien's Lord of the Rings about how small steps of obedience and faithfulness accumulate over time to reshape our character.

Whether you long for a deeper connection with the Lord or are simply curious about how to integrate ancient practices into modern life, this introduction will reframe how you think about your daily walk with God.

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