Be Like Him — Formed in Silence & Presence The intentional practice of stepping away from distraction in order to be fully present with the Father. Big Idea — Solitude is not merely where we rest; it is where we are reshaped. Mark 6:30–32 (NLT) The apostles returned to Jesus from their ministry tour and told him all they had done and taught. Then Jesus said, ‘Let’s go off by ourselves to a quiet place and rest awhile.’ He said this because there were so many people coming and going that Jesus and his apostles didn’t even have time to eat. So they left by boat for a quiet place, where they could be alone. How Solitude Forms Us to Become Like Jesus A. In solitude, God forms our . Mark 7:24 (NLT) Then Jesus left Galilee and went to the region of Tyre. He didn’t want anyone to know which house he was staying in, but he couldn’t keep it a secret. B. In solitude, God forms our . C. In solitude, God forms our . “A pianist perfects their performance song in private practice. The beauty the audience hears is forged in hours of unseen, repetitive, focused practice. Public Christlikeness is always the result of private formation.” Gospel: Why Formation Is Possible Jesus perfectly embodied life with the Father. His righteousness is given to us by grace. We practice solitude not to earn transformation, but to receive it. Gospel Truth — We aren’t forming ourselves—we are making space for God to do the forming. What Now? How We Practice Becoming Like Him Let solitude formation actually happen. Expect solitude to expose what’s shaping you. Continuing the Conversation 1. Why do you think real formation often happens in silence rather than activity? 2. How might the pianist illustration help you understand spiritual formation? 3. What usually surfaces for you when you slow down and get quiet? 4. How might your life look different if silence became a regular rhythm?