Discipleship

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Life of Piety
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Introduction

• The phrase life of piety suggests a whole life,
  not just momentary acts, practices, religious
  routines, or schedules.
• We live a life of piety when we make a
  relationship with God our lifes priority.
• A life of piety is not limited to a narrow
  religious aspect of ones life.

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• Jesus relationship with God was the source of a
  whole life lived from Gods love toward other
  people.
• As in all relationships, you will get out of the
  relationship with God what you put into it.
• As in all relationships, you experience highs and
  lows.

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Characteristics of a High-Priority Relationship

• Attention
• Time
• Honesty
• Deep Commitment
• Sharing

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Spiritual Practices That Enhance the Relationship

• Prayer
• Searching the Scripture
• Meditation
• Worship
• Holy Communion
• Spiritual Direction

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Qualities of a Life of Piety

• Awareness
• Desire
• Action
• Direction
• Naturalness
• Courage
• Joy

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Conclusion

• The life of piety is a whole life lived in joyful
  relationship with God in Christ.

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Scripture
1. John 716 1018 6. Luke 2219
2. Matthew 171-8 2745-46 7. Psalm 421-2 Ephesians 314-19
3. Luke 127 8. James 317
4. John 151-11 9. John 133
5. 1 Thessalonians 517