Evangelicals know about discipleship, which is often synonymous with accountability and learning.
Evangelicals know about conversion and revival, going from blindness to sight.
Evangelicals don’t have language for slow, gradual transformation. It’s not surprising then that we generally lack the practices that can lead to slow transformation.
I love the charismatic gifts and teachings. I’ve had intense moments that were deeply transforming and meaningful.
I’ve also wondered, “Now what?” after the moment passes.
I’ve immersed myself in Bible study and had life-changing insights as the Spirit used the scriptures to reshape my thinking and choices. I’ve also hit the point where I’ve felt like I’m just cramming information into my brain and God appears distant, if not non-existent.
My own assessment of my place in the evangelical subculture is that I have lacked the language and guidance into the full spiritual tradition of the Christian faith. I have found renewed…
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Sandra
