Exploring Dependence – Can We Recognize “Spiritual”?

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How would you define a “spiritual” person?

For as long as I can remember, the pinnacle of the Christian journey has been to achieve  “spiritual” status. But what does that mean?

Let’s start with our assumptions. Take a couple of minutes and write down the first things that come to mind about “being spiritual.” How would you describe a “spiritual person”?

 

 

What scriptures can you think of that speak to the issue of being “spiritual”?

 

 

In the passage we looked at last (1 Corinthians 2:6-16),  Paul mentions “he who is spiritual” (2:15). In context, we know that this person has the Holy Spirit indwelling them. Is that all there is?

 

 

What about Galatians 5:22-23, which lists the fruit of the Spirit? Is having the fruit of the Spirit the same as being spiritual? Can a person be “spiritual” without matching this list? Why or why not?

 

 

Are there other passages that come to mind?

 

 

If a person is not “spiritual”, then what other category/categories do they belong in?

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