Adventure in the Ascent
To the adventure in Him... This phrase has been a rallying cry for me and my circle of friends for years. We were designed for intimate relationship with God. Jesus made this possible through His sacrifice on the Cross. The veil was torn, and we were invited beyond. We were created for a grand adventure in which we come to Him in repentance, maintain intimacy, learn of Him, walk His path, and ascend the hill of the Lord. Let's ascend together and experience the adventure with God. There's more...
Adventure in the Ascent
Dividing Soul & Spirit (Hebrews 4:12)
“If we are to better the future, we must disturb the present.” -Evangelist Catherine Booth
"Imagine yourself as a living house. God comes in to rebuild that house. At first, perhaps, you can understand what He is doing. He is getting the drains right and stopping the leaks in the roof and so on; you knew that those jobs needed doing and so you are not surprised. But presently He starts knocking the house about in a way that hurts abominably and does not seem to make any sense. What on earth is He up to? The explanation is that He is building quite a different house from the one you thought of -throwing out a new wing here, putting on an extra floor there, running up towers, making courtyards. You thought you were being made into a decent little cottage: but He is building a palace. He intends to come and live in it Himself.“ -C. S. Lewis
Key Takeaways
Growth is a Mandate: Sanctification is a daily process to reflect Christ (Ephesians 4:15).
Identity Empowers: Our spirit is new in Christ; the soul must catch up (2 Corinthians 5:17).
The Word Transforms: It divides soul and spirit, healing and aligning us (Hebrews 4:12).
Spirit-Led Living: Feed the spirit, not the soul, for wholeness (Romans 8:14).
Reflect
What area of your soul (mind, will, emotions) feels misaligned with your spirit in Christ?
How has the Word recently convicted or challenged you, and what might God be addressing?
What practical step can you take this week to prioritize your spirit over your soul?
Scripture Memorization
Hebrews 4:12: Understand the Word’s power to divide and heal.
Romans 12:2: Embrace mind renewal for transformation.
Psalm 119:37: Pray to focus on God’s way, not worthless things.
Personal Application
This Week: Choose one practical step (e.g., study a convicting verse, explore a new book) and journal your experience.
How did the Word divide or heal your soul? Ask Holy Spirit to bring truth and healing to EVERY area of your life.
Prayer
Pray Psalm 119:35-37-
“Lord, make me walk in Your commandments, incline my heart to Your truth, turn my eyes
from worthless things, and revive me in Your way. Amen.