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HardbackSabbath Journal
What Your Soul Wants to Say to God--Lined Blank Journal with Prompts in Back
Transforming Resources
by Ruth Haley Barton
A Companion Journal for Your Sabbath Journey
Sabbath Journal is a journaling resource designed to help you develop the habit of pausing and reflecting as part of your Sabbath practice. Paired with Ruth Haley Barton's book Embracing Rhythms of Work and Rest, this journal is primarily a blank space for your thoughts, offering 52 prompts at the back of the ...
Number of Studies: 52
PaperbackThe Enamorándonos de Dios
La bondad y belleza de Dios segán Jesucristo
by James Bryan Smith
Translated by Jesus Escudero Nava«Dios quiere que trate más fuerte».
«Dios me bendice cuando soy bueno y me castiga cuando soy malo».
«Dios está enojado conmigo».
Todos tenemos ideas que nos decimos sobre Dios y como él trabaja en nuestras vidas. Algunas son verdad, pero muchas son falsas. James Bryan Smith cree que esos pensamientos no solo determinan quienes ...
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We are each walking our own spiritual journey. How can we draw closer to God and live in his presence every day? Perfect for spiritual directors, contemplatives, and all Christians alike, these books inform our spiritual formation through spiritual practices and tools. Strengthen your daily discipleship in Christ with devotionals, prayer resources, and inspiring spirituality books.
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PaperbackWasting Time with God
A Christian Spirituality of Friendship with God
by Klaus Issler
When it comes to developing a deep, trusting relationship with God, efficiency and productivity are not the answer. It's far better to "waste" time with him, to just enjoy being with him. After all, that's how any friendship grows.But making room for God in the midst of our fast-paced lives is not an easy task. Just as time with our best friends can get squeezed out by the rush of activities, so ...
PaperbackAt the Feet of Jesus
A Guide to Encountering Christ in the Gospels
by D. Bruce Hindmarsh and Carolyn Hindmarsh
Transform Your Prayer Life and Draw Closer to Jesus
At the Feet of Jesus isn't just another book about prayer. It's a guided adventure into the heart of the gospel story, inviting you to step into the lives of someof Jesus' closest friends—Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. Picture yourself sitting at Jesus' feet in faith, just like Mary did, or finding hope and love in his ...
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If you are seeking fresh insight, deeper spiritual formation, or practical wisdom for ministry, there's something here for you. Whether you're a pastor yourself or you want to support the church leaders in your life, these books are the perfect place to start!
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Transforming Resources
Transforming Resources® books are tools to guide leaders and their communities in experiencing spiritual transformation, created in partnership with the Transforming Center, founded by Ruth Haley Barton. Whether you're beginning your spiritual journey, leading others, or seeking to transform your organization or leadership team, the Transforming Resources series offers the wisdom and practical tools you need.
HardbackThe Way Up Is Down
Becoming Yourself by Forgetting Yourself
by Marlena Graves
Christianity Today Award of Merit in Spiritual Formation
"Now, with God's help, I shall become myself."
These words from Danish philosopher Søren Kierkegaard resonate deeply with Marlena Graves, a Puerto Rican writer, professor, and activist. In these pages she describes the process of emptying herself that allows her to move upward toward God ...
PaperbackSeven Practices for the Church on Mission
by David E. Fitch
Jesus gave his followers seven key practices:
- The Lord's Supper
- Reconciliation
- Proclaiming the gospel
- Being with the "least of these"
- Being with children
- Fivefold ministry gifting
- Kingdomprayer
When we practice these disciplines, God becomes faithfully present to us, and we in turn become God's faithful presence to the world. ...
PaperbackAn Unhurried Leader
The Lasting Fruit of Daily Influence
by Alan Fadling
What does grace-paced leadership look like?
Spiritual mentor. Pastor. Executive director. Parent. Professor. Spouse. We have many roles and relationships. And in the midst of all we do, we're tempted to frantically take control of situations in hopes of making good things happen. Alan Fadling, author of An Unhurried Life, writes: "That kind of unholy hurry may make me look busy, but ...
