How to Live a Spiritual Life in a Physical World

In one of my earlier posts this week, I talked about living a spiritual life as opposed to being caught up in a physical world. When you get down to it, you might be left scratching your head, wondering what that actually means. While I'm young and still learning, let me offer you some tips:

1) Fall in love with God and...everyone! Read how in my previous post.

2) Have an interactive relationship with God.
Make praying throughout your day a priority and don't always do all the talking. Listen a little bit and watch God reveal new and exciting things to you. Find new ways to pray and include it in your daily routine.

3) Say "no" to bad things around you.
We are all tempted everyday by anger, greed, lust, and other temptations. Don't be weak! Say "no" and live the good life. If you fall into something before you even realized you said "yes", get out! Pray, repent, and ask Jesus to bring you back on track.

4) Do what God tells you to do and don't let anyone discourage you!
If you feel like you are on the path God put you on, don't get discouraged by naysayers around you. Remember all that God has done for you and stick to what you feel is right.

5) Get connected.
Find a group of people in your area and worship God with them! Whether it be a church or a small group or live stream, get spiritually connected to the body of Christ. They will be your greatest support system and can change your life!

Hopefully these will get you started. If you fall back into the physical world, don't freak out! Just hop back on the spiritual wagon and get going again. Life is so much more fun when you're doing what God wants you to do. :)

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