Practicing the Way is designed around three simple truths: apprenticeship (what we commonly call discipleship) to Jesus means being with Jesus, becoming like Jesus, and doing as He did. Trying harder to follow Jesus is just about as effective as trying harder to kick a field goal when you’ve never done so. The good news is that God is not opposed to effort; he is opposed to earning. When we practice, we are in a place to receive God’s grace, enabling us to further grow as we practice.
This course is also designed around 8 practices, such as daily prayer, Sabbath, confession, and doing life in community. As you engage in reading or participating in your group to class, our challenge to you is to go beyond conversation and into actual practice. Give them a shot!
We will focus on this as a church in sermons, small groups, and Sunday School classes, January 11-March 1, 2026.
