Course curriculum

    1. Lesson Overview

    2. Download Course Pack for Introduction to Spiritual Formation

    3. Why Spiritual Formation – Part 1

    4. Why Spiritual Formation – Part 2

    5. Why Spiritual Formation – Part 3

    6. Why Spiritual Formation – Part 4

    7. Introduction to Prayer Projects

    8. Prayer Project 1

    1. Lesson Overview

    2. Dealing with Spiritual Failure – Part 1

    3. Dealing with Spiritual Failure – Part 2

    4. Dealing with Spiritual Failure – Part 3

    5. Prayer Project 2

    1. Lesson Overview

    2. The Test for Moralism – Part 1

    3. The Test for Moralism – Part 2

    4. Prayer Project 3

    1. Lesson Overview

    2. Jesus' Yoke of Freedom – Part 1

    3. Jesus' Yoke of Freedom – Part 2

    4. Jesus' Yoke in Freedom – Part 3

    5. Resource: Prayer of Recollection

    6. Prayer Project 4

    1. Lesson Overview

    2. Why We Sin When We Know So Much – Part 1

    3. Why We Sin When We Know So Much – Part 2

    4. Why We Sin When We Know So Much – Part 3

    5. Why We Sin When We Know So Much – Part 4

    6. Why We Sin When We Know So Much – Part 5

    7. Prayer Project 5

    1. Lesson Overview

    2. How is Your Heart Transformed? Part 1

    3. How is Your Heart Transformed? Part 2

    4. How is Your Heart Transformed? Part 3

    5. Prayer Project 6

About this course

  • $19.99
  • 4 hours of video content
Learn what spiritual formation is and how the Holy Spirit grows you.

Welcome to the Introduction to Spiritual Formation course! In this course you will learn what spiritual formation is and become familiar with how the Holy Spirit grows us. You will become familiar not only in terms of knowing the information, but also in your experience.

You will learn from Dr. John Coe, Director of the Institute for Spiritual Formation at Biola. Additionally, you will receive training in prayer so that you can experience what Dr. Coe teaches regarding the spiritual life.

Course Author

Founder, Institute for Spiritual Formation John Coe

Dr. John H. Coe is a specialist in the philosophical and theological foundation of the integration of faith and learning. His research focuses on understanding the nature of spiritual and psychological health, the history of spirituality, the work of the Holy Spirit in personal change and the interface between psychology, spirituality, and philosophy. A particular interest is in exploring approaches to spiritual direction as a compliment to Christian psychotherapy.

Dr. Coe is also the Founder of the Institute for Spiritual Formation at Biola University.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How long will it take for me to complete this course?

    Each lesson is designed to take approximately 1-2 hours, depending on how deeply you engage the reflection and discussion questions. Since this is a self-paced course, the time it will take you to complete it will depend on the speed with which you want to progress through the course.

  • Will I be able to interact with the professor(s) during the course?

    Since this course is designed as a self-paced experience, you will not have any interaction with the professor during the course.

  • Will I need to purchase any additional materials?

    No. The course contains everything you need to successfully complete the course. There are resources recommended at the end of the course that you are free to purchase if you wish to pursue further study on the course topic.

About the Provider

Institute for Spiritual Formation |
Biola University

The Institute for Spiritual Formation (ISF) is a Christian, evangelical, academic community within Biola University and Talbot School of Theology

We offer master's programs in Spiritual Formation & Soul Care and are dedicated to deepening the life of prayer and openness of the heart to God.
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