1. The Inward Disciplines

2. Spiritual Person - Willard One whose life is correctly integrated into and dominated by God’s Kingdom.

3. What spirituality is not A lifestyle A commitment A social or political stance An attempt to correct social and political injustice

4. Christian spirituality includes…

5. Elton Trueblood

6. Fasting  What do you think of when you consider “fasting”?  An attempt to define fasting: Abstaining from food for spiritual purposes The self-denial of normal necessities in order to intentionally attend to the concerns of God (Is 58) A physical awareness of emptiness used as a reminder to turn to Christ

7. Fasting  Why should disciples fast? To let go of an appetite in order to seek God To replace a lesser practice with something of greater value, at least for a time To remember the source of one’s sustenance To achieve a greater sense of balance in one’s life

8. Fasting  What is fasting not? Manipulation of God Spiritual way to lose weight Appearance of piety Magic

9. Fasting  The practices of fasting Spiritual Classics (57-61, 75-6 Reflections) Spiritual Practices (218-222)