“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control… Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. Since we live by the Spirit, let us walk in step with the Spirit.” — Galatians 5:22–25 (BSB)
“Be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.” — James 1:22 (BSB)
“Continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act on behalf of His good purpose.” — Philippians 2:12–13 (BSB)
Living the Christian life means depending on the Holy Spirit, who enables me to grow in virtue, resist sin, and bear fruit that glorifies God. The Christian life is not a one-time decision, but a lifelong journey of being conformed to the image of Christ through trials, worship, relationships, and service.
Canon Dr. Joel Scandrett (Trinity School for Ministry) writes, “The Christian life is not something we do for Christ—it is Christ living His life in us. We grow not by trying harder, but by abiding more deeply.”
Bishop Stewart Ruch (Diocese of the Upper Midwest, ACNA) explains, “Living the Christian life means living in communion—with God, with the Church, and with the world to which we’re sent. It is a pattern of worship, holiness, and mission.”
The 1662 Book of Common Prayer provides a rhythm for the Christian life through daily Morning and Evening Prayer, weekly Eucharist, confession, and the Church calendar. It helps believers walk with Christ day by day in both discipline and delight.
J.C. Ryle wrote, “The Christian life is a life of fight, a life of faith, and a life of hope. It is a life lived in the world but not of the world—a life that begins at the cross and ends in glory.” (Holiness, 1877)
Archbishop Foley Beach (ACNA) has said, “Living the Christian life means surrendering to Jesus daily. It’s not about perfection, but direction—walking with Him, trusting Him, and growing more like Him.”
The Christian life glorifies Christ by making His presence known in our words, actions, worship, and relationships. It is life from Him, life in Him, and life for Him.
St. Augustine of Hippo (354–430 AD): “The Christian life is a long obedience in the same direction. Love God, and do what pleases Him—for this is true freedom.” — Homily on 1 John, 7
St. Basil the Great (c. 330–379 AD): “He who would live the Christian life must take up the Gospel daily. It is not a cloak to wear, but a path to walk.” — The Long Rules, 1.2
St. John Chrysostom (c. 347–407 AD): “Live as if Christ were watching—because He is. Let your house be a church, your work a witness, your heart a temple.” — Homily on Romans, 12
An Anglican Catechism (Expanded) offers over 350+ Scripture-based answers to the core truths of the Christian faith. Each entry includes biblical texts, theological insight, and reflections from historic and contemporary Anglican voices. Rooted in the classical tradition, it is designed for teaching, discipleship, and spiritual formation.
An Ancient Worship Movement invites readers into the rich, historic worship of the early Church rediscovered through the Anglican tradition. This book calls believers into a deeper, Spirit-filled encounter with Christ through timeless practices.
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