Spiritual formation—the process of becoming increasingly devoted disciples of Jesus Christ—is what we believe to be the core task of the church. Because we are always being formed into one kind of person or another through everything we do, it is essential for those who desire to become like Jesus to be intentional about how we might change and grow.
At Redeemer Downtown, we seek to create a culture where people respond to the grace shown to us in Jesus by taking ownership and responsibility for their growth. To do this, we engage in nine practices which help us to see Jesus more clearly. For it is through gazing on him that we are changed from glory unto glory, as explained in 2 Corinthians 3:18.
We believe our daily practices—what we choose to prioritize and do regularly—are the things that form us. Incorporating the nine practices below can help us become people who love the Lord with all of our heart, mind, soul, and strength, and who love our neighbors as ourselves, as the Lord calls us to do in Matthew 22:36-40.
Ben shares about how he sees rest as a gift from God and explains how he pursues it amidst the demands of his work.
Aimee shares about how she sees the abundance of suffering in NYC as individual opportunities to practice the ways of Jesus.
Ashley & Paul share about how being intentionally friendly and warm can plant seeds for the gospel.
Andrew shares reflections on how church membership is an outward expression on his faith.
Haley reflects on how consistent time in spiritual friendships, sharing and bearing with one another, is both filled with richness and is formative.
David shares reflections from doing life with a community group that's been together for more than 15 years.
Mylo shares about how stepping out in faith and generosity has helped him to grow in his faith and be less fearful.
Ned shares about how he prioritizes reading Scripture before bedtime and how he plans his mornings around Scripture memorization and prayer.
Sarah shares about how her family prioritizes Corporate Worship at Redeemer Downtown and how doing so has helped form and encouraged them.
