What is a rule of life?
The Habitus Community centres its life around a shared rule of life. But what is a rule of life?
A rule is an ancient “life-hack” for following Jesus in a complex and contested world. A rule is a structure, a pattern of habits and practices - of mind and body - that nurtures a distinct way of life. Our rule follows the practices of Jesus, aiming to rehumanize our lives and grow a habitus of love for God and neighbor."Living by a rule of life” notes theologian Simon Chan “is what turns one into a regular Christian.” This is not elite Christianity or super-hero faithfulness. What’s in sight in a rule of life is regular Christianity - the ordinary living out of everyday faith, the small acts of prayer, community, service and devotion that recalibrate all of life toward the obligations of love.
“The goal of having a rule is not to achieve a balanced life per se, but to live with Christ at the center of all we do.”
Ken Shigematsu, God in my Everything
Rule of life explainer videos
What is a rule of life?
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Where do you find "rule of life" in the bible? An overview of the biblical foundations for a rule of life.
Biblical foundations for a rule of life (is this even in the bible?)
Why? Formation and participation
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