Glossary

The vocabulary of Christian formation — words worth understanding before they can be lived.

Christian Formation

The lifelong process of being shaped into Christlikeness through spiritual practices, community, and grace — going beyond belief to the transformation of character and desire.

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prayer

Daily Examen

An Ignatian prayer practice of reviewing each day in God's presence, noticing consolations and desolations, and orienting yourself toward the next day with gratitude and resolve.

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prayer

A family of prayer practices from the Jesuit tradition — including the Daily Examen and imaginative Scripture reading — oriented around finding God in all things and discerning his movement in daily life.

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greek

Pistis

The New Testament Greek word for faith — not intellectual assent, but active trust and loyalty demonstrated through concrete action and commitment.

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theology

Sola Fide

The Reformation doctrine that justification before God comes by faith alone, not by works. A true and necessary teaching — and one that has often been misread in ways that stall transformation.

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Christian Formation

Daily Examen

Ignatian Prayer

Pistis

Sola Fide