John Mark Comer on Practicing the Way: From Information to Transformation in Discipleship

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Dec 18, 2023

John Mark Comer, author and founder of 'Practicing the Way', discusses his new book and non-profit on the Voxology podcast. They explore the importance of community in spiritual formation and the role of suffering. Comer delves into the mission of 'Practicing the Way' and expresses admiration for Tim Mackie and Tim Stafford.

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ANECDOTE

Mentorship At Powell's Shaped His Teaching

Comer recounts being mentored by Michael Crer Erie, receiving assigned books and intensive study to learn preaching and teaching.
That mentorship and assigned reading out of Powell's shaped his approach to scripture and ministry formation.

INSIGHT

Bible Knowledge Alone Won't Make You Like Jesus

Evangelical discipleship overemphasizes information, assuming more Bible knowledge automatically yields maturity.
John Mark Comer argues true formation requires getting scripture and Jesus' vision into the body and implicit memory through long practice.

ANECDOTE

Crisis Drove Him Toward Contemplative Formation

Comer describes a crisis season where marriage strains, anxiety, and panic attacks exposed the limits of evangelical discipleship for him.
That crisis led him to Willard, therapy, contemplative prayer, and a renewed formation path.

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Discover how moving from information to transformation in discipleship can revolutionize your spiritual journey as Mike Erre sits down with author and pastor John Mark Comer to discuss his new book "Practicing the Way". Explore the limitations of traditional evangelical models, the importance of integrating the Bible into your daily life, and how embracing spiritual disciplines, community, and even suffering can lead to deep spiritual formation.

Key Takeaways:

From Information to Transformation – Understanding why increasing biblical knowledge alone isn't enough for true spiritual growth and maturity.
Embodied Spirituality – The significance of getting the Bible into your body through integrating scripture and spiritual practices into your whole being.
Rule of Life and Spiritual Disciplines – How creating a personal Rule of Life and engaging in ancient practices can guide you toward Christlikeness.
The Role of Community and Suffering – Discussing how relationships and enduring hardships are essential components of authentic spiritual formation.

Guest Highlights: John Mark Comer – Author of "Practicing the Way" and founder of the organization with the same name. John Mark shares his personal journey from crisis to discovering the transformative power of spiritual formation beyond traditional evangelicalism, offering insights into how we can live out our faith authentically.

Resources Mentioned:

Practicing the Way Book – Order Here (Replace with actual link when available)
Practicing the Way Organization – practicingtheway.org
Dallas Willard's Teachings
Books by Ruth Haley Barton
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Pete Scazzero

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