How Can I Understand My Spiritual Life Journey

By Kristen Baird


Taking charge of your spiritual life is as hard as exercising, loosing weight, quitting smoking and such lifestyle changes. The first steps are difficult to make and very demanding. This should not discourage you. There is a definite place to start that will guarantee good result. You must say, I will take charge of my spiritual life journey.

A lot of struggle goes into becoming a deeper and more meaningful person. External changes appear easier to make considering that there are physical beacons to support your endeavor. By taking pills, registering in a gym, keeping off some people and avoiding some areas, you have already achieved a lot. Life in the spirit is a bit different because it does not have a tangible part.

The choice to alter the direction of your life will bring you to your desired destiny. This change can only be manifested in behavior since it is a matter of the spirit. When the desire to change exists and a decision has been made, then your inner person begins to yearn for an authentic, pure and deeper meaning. This is the way to take charge of your journey.

Every individual has an inner voice that directs actions and thoughts. It is this voice that instructs you on what to avoid and what to do. Persons who have found their purpose in life attribute it to listening to this inner voice. It directs your thoughts which translate into actions. Failure to heed to the dictates of this voice leads to internal conflict.

Remaining in touch with your genuine self leads you to the path of self fulfillment. Discernment has been identified as the best way to achieve this. This happens when you find time to be alone and evaluate your actions. The evaluation reveals the wayward ways that lead to conflicts in order to control them.

To find the authentic path for spiritual growth, it is important to ask certain fundamental questions. What if I was gentler? More loving? Less selfish? More generous? Kinder? More patient? More compassionate? More humble? Etc. Such questions help you to evaluate your life and begin to change your heart.

Expert are still struggling to understand if change can be achieved though exclusive individual effort. They are of the opinion that external intervention is necessary. An example is a house whose renovation requires new furniture and installations. The external force required is your religious commitment. It will offer direction to your life.

Spiritual formation is a universal characteristic of human beings. It determines your attitudes, values and moral standing. It is through neglect that the inner being weakens leading to deviation. In order to restore this, you must undergo a spirit-led process that brings you as close as possible to the likeness of Christ. The bible says that we must endeavor to be like Christ.

It is ironical that inner growth cannot occur through own endeavor yet you must be an active participant. By desiring and accepting to take the right step, you are paving way for transformation. Your mind can now see the path ahead more clearly and identify the steps that must be taken. God intervenes through his grace to restore your life.




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