Which statement aligns with Tan's view of Christian Spirituality?

• A. Becoming more Christ-like
• B. Developing a secular worldview inconsistent with the Bible
• C. Isolating from community
• D. Rejecting spiritual disciplines

Answer: (A)

Transformation into Christlikeness is central to Christian spirituality. Tan emphasizes a Christ-centered path where life is shaped by Jesus’ character, teaching, and mission, and where ongoing growth—sanctification—occurs through the Spirit’s work and through intentional spiritual disciplines. Because of that, becoming more Christ-like best captures Tan’s view, since it describes the direction of growth and formation at the heart of genuine Christian spirituality.

This stands in contrast to a secular worldview inconsistent with the Bible, which would shift the reference point away from Christ. It also conflicts with isolating from community, since biblical spirituality is lived out within and through the church and interpersonal accountability. It rejects spiritual disciplines, which are the practical means by which believers are formed toward Christlikeness.