2.1.26 - A Marriage of the Mystical and Practical (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Ephesians 1-4



YOU CAN ALSO READ KENNY’S MANUSCRIPT FOR THIS SERMON HERE!

REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:

  1. The sermon describes two key components of spiritual formation: the mystical experience of God and practical obedience. Which of these do you find more challenging? Why?

  2. In Ephesians 2:1-10, Paul describes Christians as being “created in Christ Jesus for good works.” How might this perspective change the way we think about doing good things for others? 

  3. The sermon compares maintaining our relationship with God to maintaining other important relationships. What are some practical ways we can keep our relationship with God fresh and vibrant? How can we “dwell” more intentionally in God’s love for us (and our love for Him!)?

  4. How might viewing spiritual formation as a journey with Jesus as our companion (rather than a solo mission!) change our approach to spiritual growth?

  5. As an example of “practical disciplines,” Kenny emphasizes the importance of complete honesty in relationships. What makes telling the truth consistently so challenging? What positive things (or “fruit”) might come from it, if you could commit to this?

In this series, we have looked at many of the reasons people avoid the “formation journey.” What is one reason why someone might want to take it? Right now, what is your level of interest in it?

Kenny Camacho