1. Name at least eight spiritual disciplines mentioned in the Bible.

2. Name several of the spiritual disciplines practiced by Jesus (include references).

3. Name several of the spiritual disciplines mentioned in the Acts and Epistles. (Include references.)

4. What are the purposes for practicing spiritual disciplines?

5. Briefly discuss at least one biblical example of an individual in the Old or New Testament whose life was changed, and how it was changed by practicing a spiritual discipline. (Include references.)

6. Specifically name the spiritual disciplines that you are currently practicing and what you have gained from practicing these disciplines.

7. In your opinion, how does one keep a spiritual discipline from becoming a mere ritual or rigidity of practice rather than representing reality and relationship?

8. (a) Discuss the spiritual disciplines practice collectively in your faith community. (b)What does the practice of these disciplines accomplish in the life of your faith community?