Spiritual Formation I
This course focuses on the foundations of spiritual formation, emphasising personal spiritual growth and transformation in the life of the believer. It highlights:
- Spiritual disciplines
- Inner transformation
- Christ-like character development
Key areas include:
- Prayer and meditation
- Study of Scripture
- Worship and devotion
- Spiritual habits and practices
The course equips students to cultivate a disciplined and growing spiritual life for effective ministry.
Course Description
This course introduces the principles and practices of spiritual formation, exploring disciplines that nurture spiritual growth and deepen one's relationship with God.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, students will:
- Understand the concept of spiritual formation
- Practise key spiritual disciplines
- Develop a personal spiritual growth plan
- Reflect on their spiritual journey
- Apply spiritual formation principles in ministry
Course Content
- Introduction to spiritual formation
- Biblical foundations of spiritual growth
- Spiritual disciplines (prayer, fasting, meditation, study)
- Worship and devotion
- Holiness and character formation
- Spiritual habits and lifestyle
- The role of the Holy Spirit in transformation
- Personal spiritual growth planning
Mode of Delivery
- Lectures
- Spiritual exercises
- Reflection and journalling
- Group discussions
Reading Materials
- Spiritual formation books
- Devotional materials
- Biblical texts
Evaluation
- Examinations: 60%
- Coursework and spiritual practice reports: 40%
Weekly Schedule
| Week | Topic |
|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Spiritual Formation |
| 2 | Biblical Foundations of Spiritual Growth |
| 3 | Prayer and Meditation |
| 4 | Scripture Study and Lectio Divina |
| 5 | Worship and Devotion |
| 6 | Fasting and Solitude |
| 7 | Mid-term Review |
| 8 | Holiness and Character Formation |
| 9 | Spiritual Habits and Lifestyle |
| 10 | The Role of the Holy Spirit in Transformation |
| 11 | Community and Accountability in Formation |
| 12 | Spiritual Direction and Mentoring |
| 13 | Personal Spiritual Growth Planning |
| 14 | Final Review and Examination Preparation |
Teaching outlines, spiritual discipline guides, and reflection materials for this course are available as downloadable files. Materials include structured lesson notes provided by the instructor.
Required Readings
- Spiritual formation books (provided by instructor)
- Devotional materials and guides
- Biblical texts and scripture passages
Media Resources
This section includes teaching sessions on spiritual disciplines, devotional teachings, and formation workshops. Audio resources include guided prayers, devotional recordings, and teaching sessions. These materials support the development of a disciplined and growing spiritual life.
Types of Assignments
- Reflection journals
- Spiritual growth reports
- Essays
- Practical exercises
Submission Guidelines
- Submitted via course platform or directly to instructor
- Accepted formats: PDF, Word documents (.doc / .docx)
Requirements
- Personal reflection and honesty
- Consistent practice of disciplines
- Clear written communication
Academic Integrity
- Original work required
- No plagiarism
- Proper referencing where applicable