No-yes is better than yes-no

We may have said no to God many times in our past. Perhaps we are saying no to him in some area of our life right now. However, a change of heart and a humble yes can alter everything.

devotionalNick OsborneDecember 8, 2023John the Baptist, say yes, advent, repentance, humilityComment

A Surprising Sign of Spiritual Maturity

What makes a person spiritually mature? Perhaps their number of years following Jesus? No. Maybe the amount of knowledge they have about spiritual topics? No. Perhaps the regularity with which they engage in spiritual practices? No.

All of the above are good, and they can lead to maturity when done regularly and relationally with God and others, but they are not the evidence of spiritual maturity.

devotional, theologyNick OsborneNovember 23, 2023love, humility, theology, theological humility, Mystery, Cloud of UnknowingComment

How to Kill Your Relationship with God and Others

There are several instances in the four gospels where Jesus speaks about the importance of character, including Luke 18:9-14, where Jesus teaches about one character trait that kills relationships.

spiritual formation, devotionalNick OsborneJanuary 27, 2023pride, self-righteousness, humility, relationshipComment

The Importance of Uncertainty Tolerance

Spiritual maturity is measured in part by a high level of uncertainty tolerance. I know we sometimes think that the more mature follower of Jesus is the one who has the unshakeable certainty about God. Unshakeable faith in God (because we know his loving character) is good. Unshakeable certainty about God (because we have him all figured out) is not.

devotional, theology, spiritual formationNick OsborneMay 6, 2022theology, God, uncertainty, humilityComment

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