ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ "maybe forgiveness is right where you fell"
spiritual drift in a Christian's life is considered a serious danger. this is usually not intentional rebellion; rather, these causes come from subtle things like busyness of life, complacency, or neglecting ones spiritual habits. very often, this deepens as a person may choose to avoid God due to pain, trauma, etc., rather than come to Him fully.
- being consistent in:
- prayer
- repentance
- self-examination
- regular scripture reading
- accountability relationships
- practicing humility & serving others
- worship and gratitude
- guarding influences (your eye and ear gates)
- persevering through doubt
- intentional spiritual discipline
- trusting God in hardship