The concept of Christian experience in Christianity
Christian experience in Christianity encompasses the multifaceted journey of faith, marked by both challenges and triumphs as believers grow in their relationship with God. It involves personal and communal encounters with faith, leading to transformation and a deeper understanding of Christian teachings. This ongoing journey integrates the struggles and joys of life in Christ, reflecting a continuum of spiritual development, shared beliefs, and lived realities that influence how believers engage with their faith throughout their lives.
Synonyms: Faith journey, Spiritual experience, Religious experience, Personal belief, Religious life, Devotional practice, Christian life
In Finnish: Kristillinen kokemus
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Christian concept of 'Christian experience'
From: Expositions of Holy Scripture
(1) This term describes the journey of faith, where irreversible disasters have no place, and there are no permanent losses for individuals who have faith.[1] (2) This term is used to refer to the idea that the great mass of Christian people might have a far more level temperature, and this can be achieved through always having the sufficiency of the text.[2] (3) The place for extraordinary outflows from the fountain of a heart filled with love to Christ, and besides the customary duties of generous giving laid on us by the presence of ordinary poverty and distresses.[3] (4) This is the experience of those who trust in God, and are delivered from the burden, guilt, and power of sins through Christ's sacrifice.[4] (5) This phrase describes the journey of faith from its beginning to maturity, with its challenges and steps.[5]
From: A Dictionary of the Bible (Hastings)
(1) The accumulated knowledge and understanding of Christian teachings and practices that Apollos gained from Aquila and Priscilla.[6] (2) The lived and spiritual history of the Christian faith which influenced how the canon was established and accepted over time.[7] (3) The personal and communal encounters with God and faith as part of the Christian journey.[8] (4) The shared personal and direct fellowship that Christians claim to have with Christ, affirming His divinity.[9]
From: Ante-nicene Fathers
(1) The shared and often intense spiritual life of early Christians, which included themes such as martyrdom and suffering, as reflected in Cyprian's writings.[10]