Spiritual Living With Francois Fineberg

Jesus As A Piercing Sword

It was prophesied of Jesus that He would be a comforting figure to all peoples. His comforting nature is undoubtedly easy to enjoy and appreciate. However, it was also prophesied (in the same text) that He would be a sword piercing through one’s very soul. In other words, there would be pain involved in following this Messiah. This piercing aspect of Jesus’ nature is much more challenging to process than that of His loving side. However, if we want to mature in our walk with Him, we must not only accept but embrace everything about Him, even if it is mysterious and piercing. 

Many of Francois' messages are delivered within the context of a spiritual formation school called, LEGACY School Of Discipleship. The emphasis of the school is to be trained within the realities of the accomplished work of Jesus Christ. 

Visit LEGACY online for more information about the school or to support this work.

Spirituality On My Terms

According to Isaiah 55, God's ways and thoughts are “higher than our ways.” This stark contrast between God and man's perspectives raises a profound question: how do we navigate a God who operates in ways that are so different from our own? How do we handle a God who is beyond our understanding and control? Can we ever find comfort in a God who is shrouded in mystery? Our ability to embrace this mystery is a clear measure of our spiritual growth. 

Many of Francois' messages are delivered within the context of a spiritual formation school called, LEGACY School Of Discipleship. The emphasis of the school is to be trained within the realities of the accomplished work of Jesus Christ. 

Visit LEGACY online for more information about the school or to support this work.

4 Suggestions To Withstand Satanic Influence

Steal. Kill. Destroy. To this day, these are still the Satanic agendas of the Devil towards all people, and indeed the people of God. Scripture teaches numerous ways to stand against the negative influences of the Devil. However, our Lord Jesus Christ Himself modeled for us four things to inoculate us against the Satanic. These are humility, connection, peace, and truth.  

Many of Francois' messages are delivered within the context of a spiritual formation school called, LEGACY School Of Discipleship. The emphasis of the school is to be trained within the realities of the accomplished work of Jesus Christ. 

Visit LEGACY online for more information about the school or to support this work.

Swearing Self-Strength Spirituality

Committing to our promises is a matter of integrity on a human level. However, on the spiritual plane, our self-imposed vows, promises, and commitments to God often lead to burnout in our performance-driven spirituality. The fulfillment of our promises to others is important, but we must question the origin of our supposed promises to God. Are they truly from the Holy Spirit? Or are they a product of our confidence in our own abilities?   

Many of Francois' messages are delivered within the context of a spiritual formation school called, LEGACY School Of Discipleship. The emphasis of the school is to be trained within the realities of the accomplished work of Jesus Christ. 

Visit LEGACY online for more information about the school or to support this work.

Manifestation Vs. Reality

Our spiritual lives flourish in a healthy rhythm of intentional faith in God. This faith in God fortifies our inward man into the realities of the "kingdom of the heavens." However, it's possible that our outer manifestations may not always align with our inward realities in God. This discrepancy is not a cause for alarm. We are not at a loss, as the New Testament provides us with reassurance and guidance.   

Many of Francois' messages are delivered within the context of a spiritual formation school called, LEGACY School Of Discipleship. The emphasis of the school is to be trained within the realities of the accomplished work of Jesus Christ. 

Visit LEGACY online for more information about the school or to support this work.

Christological Embodiment Spirituality

The greatest sermon in Christendom, the so-called "Sermon On The Mount," perplexes many believers for its impossible standards of spirituality. And herein lies an unknown fact: it's not a sermon for us to live up to, but rather a description of Christ Jesus Himself. Instead of imitating the beatitudes, Francois teaches that Christ alone––who Himself is the embodiment of the "sermon"––can live it out. When we, His disciples, allow Him to live it in and through us, we practice "Christological embodiment spirituality." That's the goal of the "sermon." 

Many of Francois' messages are delivered within the context of a spiritual formation school called, LEGACY School Of Discipleship. The emphasis of the school is to be trained within the realities of the accomplished work of Jesus Christ. 

Visit LEGACY online for more information about the school or to support this work.

Experiencing Subjective Faith

A deeper reading of the New Testament will reveal that Christ is not simply asking us to believe in Him versus other deities but to unite with His Person experientially because of faith. This experiential aspect of faith is crucial, because New Testament faith is not simply to believe in God at a distance, but rather for faith to realize God into our reality. Faith is more than our acknowledgment of God. It's a journey to “actualize” God, to experience God “tangibly.” According to Hebrews 11:1, faith is to “substantiate” God. It’s the difference between mere objective intellectual assent versus subjective tangible experience. This substantial kind of faith is what Christ is inviting us into.  

Many of Francois' messages are delivered within the context of a spiritual formation school called, LEGACY School Of Discipleship. The emphasis of the school is to be trained within the realities of the accomplished work of Jesus Christ. 

Visit LEGACY online for more information about the school or to support this work.

Questions To Ask Before God

Even in our spiritual lives, we all have agendas, some of which may be hidden. It's important to take a moment and reflect on these motives. Francois, in a discussion around the breakfast table with fellow believers, suggests a series of questions we can ask ourselves in God’s presence. These questions can help us uncover any flawed motives we may have. He also emphasizes the power of prayer in releasing our burdens, providing a practical solution for believers to address their struggles. Lastly, he mentions the need to stand with God against all Satanic influences.

Many of Francois' messages are delivered within the context of a spiritual formation school called, LEGACY School Of Discipleship. The emphasis of the school is to be trained within the realities of the accomplished work of Jesus Christ. 

Visit LEGACY online for more information about the school or to support this work.

Protocols For Divine Interaction

As we grow spiritually in Christ Jesus, we will also be taught by Him how to posture ourselves in God's presence. We cannot have a cavalier attitude before God any more than we have one in the presence of human dignitaries. In Matthew 17, we see how Peter acted foolishly and naive in God's presence. At a minimum, we can learn three protocols from Peter that would serve us well in God's presence.  

Many of Francois' messages are delivered within the context of a spiritual formation school called, LEGACY School Of Discipleship. The emphasis of the school is to be trained within the realities of the accomplished work of Jesus Christ. 

Visit LEGACY online for more information about the school or to support this work.

Goodliness Vs. Godliness

Essentially, every religion recognizes that something is wrong with us that needs correction. What differentiates religions is their methodologies for the reformation of our person. As a New Testament believer in Jesus Christ, it’s tempting to presume this is also true in the Christian life. Pursuing good and avoiding evil, according to our unrenewed mind, often becomes the focal point of our walk with God. At least, this is what we think it’s all about. But is it intrinsically what the New Testament is all about? 

 

Many of Francois' messages are delivered within the context of a spiritual formation school called, LEGACY School Of Discipleship. The emphasis of the school is to be trained within the realities of the accomplished work of Jesus Christ. 

 

Visit LEGACY online for more information about the school or to support this work.