Everyday Spirituality: It May Not Be What You Think

I'm offering a class called "Everyday Spirituality" tomorrow.  Here's why you may not want to take it:

You may think spiritual growth happens automatically and shouldn't need a special class.

On the other hand, you may think "Everday Spirituality" is another way of saying "Spirituality Lite"

You may think "spirituality" is an advanced class, only for those who are "spiritual."

You may think spiritual growth is about "thinking."

If you believe any of the above, you may want to stay away from this class. On the other hand, if you are looking for a way to deepen your faith and expand your connection with God, then I suggest you check it out. 

For more than 30 years I have been a pastor and watched while some people's faith continues to grow and stretch them. They experience an increased awareness of God and their lives have more depth, purpose and joy.  At the same time (and sometimes in the same family), others don't grow. They come to worship regularly (at least at first), attend a Bible Study and even get involved in a group at church. They can be very busy, but they really don't grow much.  

How is it that some people's faith changes their life and their world while others go to church for decades and never seem to grow?