Studying Christian Spirituality

Author : David B. Perrin
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1134159145
Total Pages : 361 pages
Book Rating : 4.47/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Studying Christian Spirituality written by David B. Perrin and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2007-08-07 with total page 361 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a new introduction to the study of Christian spirituality, exploring it through the human sciences and ranging from philosophy and hermeneutics to psychology, history, sociology and anthropology. Systematic and progressive, it introduces the key approaches and shows how they relate to the understanding, study and practice of spirituality. Covering a vast amount of ground - from traditional themes such as images of God, spiritual direction and pilgrimage to more contemporary issues, such as place and space, cyberspace and postcolonialism - the author takes an ecumenical, inclusive stance, allowing the book to be used in a wide variety of courses and across denominations.

Author : Michael Downey
Publisher : Paulist Press
ISBN 13 : 9780809136803
Total Pages : 164 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Understanding Christian Spirituality written by Michael Downey and published by Paulist Press. This book was released on 1997 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A readable overview of the contemporary spiritual scene that defines, outlines and advocates several models or methods for studying Christian spirituality. Aimed at college undergraduates and useful for those in spiritual counseling and direction.

Author : Zondervan,
Publisher : Zondervan Academic
ISBN 13 : 0310531039
Total Pages : 2439 pages
Book Rating : 4.36/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Dictionary of Christian Spirituality written by Zondervan, and published by Zondervan Academic. This book was released on 2016-11-22 with total page 2439 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In recent decades Christian spirituality, spiritual formation and spiritual theology have become important concepts in the global evangelical community. Consequently, an accessible and reliable academic resource is needed on these topics—one that will offer a discerning orientation to the wealth of ecumenical resources available while still highlighting the distinct heritage and affirming the core grace-centered values of classic evangelical spirituality. The Dictionary of Christian Spirituality reflects an overarching interpretive framework for evangelical spiritual formation: a holistic and grace-filled spirituality that encompasses relational (connecting), transformational (becoming), and vocational (doing) dynamics. At the same time, contributors respectfully acknowledge the differences between Reformed, Holiness, and Pentecostal paradigms of the spiritual life. And, by bringing together writers from around the world who share a common orthodoxy, this reference work is truly global and international in both its topical scope and contributors. Entries give appropriate attention to concepts, concerns, and formative figures in the evangelical tradition of spirituality that other reference work neglect. They offer a discerning orientation to the wealth of ecumenical resources available, exploring the similarities and differences between Christianity and alternate spiritualities without lapsing into relativism. The Dictionary of Christian Spirituality is a resource that covers a wide range of topics relating to Christian spirituality and is biblically engaged, accessible, and relevant for all contemporary Christians.

Author : Alister E. McGrath
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 111869757X
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.73/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Christian Spirituality written by Alister E. McGrath and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-05-30 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text fills the need for a clear, informative, helpful andwell-written introduction to Christian spirituality. Includes a detailed guide to resources in spiritualityavailable on the Internet Written by a leading theological educationalist in a clear andaccessible manner Encourages active engagement with primary sources throughworked case studies

Author : Cheslyn Jones
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0199770735
Total Pages : 682 pages
Book Rating : 4.31/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Study of Spirituality written by Cheslyn Jones and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 1986-12-11 with total page 682 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by contributors representing the Anglican, Roman Catholic, Free Church, and Orthodox traditions, this collection examines the nature and form of individual Christian devotion throughout the centuries.

Author : Martin A. Lang
Publisher : University Press of America
ISBN 13 : 9780761840602
Total Pages : 250 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Christian Spirituality written by Martin A. Lang and published by University Press of America. This book was released on 2008 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a new, biblically based approach to understanding Christian spirituality. Intended for study groups, prayer groups, and individuals, Christian Spirituality offers a clear and distinctively new method for studying and praying using St. Matthew's gospel as the vehicle for learning and reflection. Author Martin A. Lang presents a new method that connects the past with the present by placing more emphasis on the Hebrew Scriptures linking Christianity with ancient Judaism. Christian Spirituality offers the latest in critical thinking yet keeps a sharp spiritual focus-a difficult mid-position to achieve in today's divided world between "right and left wing" interpreters-helping readers approach the Christian faith from a biblical perspective and form an enhanced spiritual lifestyle. Book jacket.

Author : Peter Feldmeier
Publisher : Anselm Academic Christian Brothers Pub.
ISBN 13 : 9781599826356
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.56/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Christian Spirituality written by Peter Feldmeier and published by Anselm Academic Christian Brothers Pub.. This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author weaves together historical, theological, and experiential anecdotes and information to produce a portrait of the diverse spiritual traditions that have come to bear on Christianity through the lived witness of Christian believers.--

Author : Diana Villegas
Publisher : Lexington Books
ISBN 13 : 0739168126
Total Pages : 131 pages
Book Rating : 4.27/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Christian Path in a Pluralistic World and the Study of Spirituality written by Diana Villegas and published by Lexington Books. This book was released on 2012 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author discusses the importance of the theological study of spirituality as necessary for interpreting one's Christian path in a pluralistic world.

Author : Stephen W. Hiemstra
Publisher : T2Pneuma Publishers LLC
ISBN 13 : 1942199996
Total Pages : 165 pages
Book Rating : 4.91/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Christian Guide to Spirituality written by Stephen W. Hiemstra and published by T2Pneuma Publishers LLC. This book was released on 2017-12-16 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spirituality is lived belief. When we pray, worship, or reach out to our neighbors, we live out our beliefs. Our beliefs structure our spirituality like skin stretched over the bones of our bodies. These beliefs start with faith in God the Father through Jesus Christ as revealed through the Holy Spirit in scripture, in the church, and in daily life. Our Trinitarian theology orders our beliefs. Without a coherent theology, we lose our identity in space and time having no map or compass to guide us on our way. In the end, we focus on ourselves, not God. Christian spirituality starts with God, not with us. A Christian Guide to Spirituality takes the form of 50 daily devotions. Each topic is treated with a scriptural reference, reflection, prayer, and questions for discussion. Occasionally, references are provided for further study. The first four chapters (Introduction, Apostle’s Creed, Lord’s Prayer, and Ten Commandments) cover 40 days making them suitable as a Lenten study. Ten additional days focus on the spiritual disciplines and a short conclusion. Reading A Christian Guide to Spirituality will help readers understand Christian spirituality better and nurture their faith. There is no such thing as quality time with the Lord; there is only time. The living God speaks to us in many ways, but especially through scripture. These three sources cited (Apostle’s Creed, Lord’s Prayer, and Ten Commandments) are commonly called the rule of faith (regula fidei) and were utilized for nearly two millennia as a means to apprentice the faith. These sources are the heart of the confessions of most Christian faith communities and denominations. Hear the words; walk the steps; experience the joy! Author Stephen W. Hiemstra (MDiv, PhD) is a slave of Christ, husband, father, tentmaker, economist, and writer. He lives with Maryam, his wife of 30 years, in Centreville, VA and they have three grown children. The foreword is written by Neal D. Presa. This book might be classified appropriately in spirituality, Christian living, devotion, faith, religion, and theology.

Author : Tone Stangeland Kaufman
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1532608438
Total Pages : 360 pages
Book Rating : 4.38/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A New Old Spirituality? written by Tone Stangeland Kaufman and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2017-07-11 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How do pastors live their spiritual lives, both as private persons and as professionals? How can their spirituality be characterized and understood? Drawing on in-depth interviews with Norwegian clergy as well as literature from the fields of Christian spirituality, practical theology, congregational studies, and the sociology of religion, this book offers a nuanced understanding of clergy spirituality. Tone Stangeland Kaufman identifies three locations and sources of spiritual nurture for pastors: the ministry itself (vocational spirituality), daily life (everyday spirituality), and spiritual practices located at the margins of daily life (intentional spirituality). The participants in this study engage in classic Christian practices, yet approach them in a subjective and new way that also potentially revitalizes their spiritual lives. Hence, the author makes the case that their spirituality can aptly be described as “a new old spirituality.” The book also seeks to nuance Paul Heelas’s and Linda Woodhead’s Spiritual Revolution claim, and thus engages in the broader spirituality vs. religion discourse. A New Old Spirituality is an exciting example of how qualitative empirical research can be used in creative ways to make a practical theological argument. It is a book for scholars, students, and practitioners.