We have started practicing a very simple but helpful habit in our Christian home group. Each week, we choose a Bible verse to memorize together and intentionally try to live it out during the following week.
For example, last weekend we chose 1 Corinthians 16:14: “Do everything in love.” It is easy to memorize, but not so easy to practice. Still, we encourage one another to live it out, even when it is difficult.
I encourage you to do the same. You can do this alone, with a friend or family member, or in a small group. Choose a different verse each week—one that helps you become more like Jesus and grow in sanctification.
For instance, you can focus on the fruit of the Spirit one by one: “The fruit of the Spirit is… self-control” (Galatians 5:22–23). Practice that specific virtue for a week, and the next time you meet, share your experiences and encourage one another to continue living it out daily.
You may write the verse down as a reminder and repeat it throughout the week, but even more important is being disciplined in that area and actually living it. When you “catch yourself” failing to do everything in love or failing to be self-controlled—pray and ask God to give you strength and help you change.
I believe this simple practice can help us grow in spiritual discipline, change little by little, and become more and more conformed to our Savior. 
I encourage you to do the same. You can do this alone, with a friend or family member, or in a small group. Choose a different verse each week—one that helps you become more like Jesus and grow in sanctification.
For instance, you can focus on the fruit of the Spirit one by one: “The fruit of the Spirit is… self-control” (Galatians 5:22–23). Practice that specific virtue for a week, and the next time you meet, share your experiences and encourage one another to continue living it out daily.
You may write the verse down as a reminder and repeat it throughout the week, but even more important is being disciplined in that area and actually living it. When you “catch yourself” failing to do everything in love or failing to be self-controlled—pray and ask God to give you strength and help you change.
I believe this simple practice can help us grow in spiritual discipline, change little by little, and become more and more conformed to our Savior.
For more encouragement, see Christians Are Lifelong Students of Jesus and If We Want to Grow in Christ We Need Fellowship.
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