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Loading... Devotional Classics: Selected Readings for Individuals and Groupsby Richard J. Foster
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will love Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. This collection of various Christian writings is inspirational and filled with great writing. Normally I don't like stuff that seems fluffy, but there isn't really much of that in this book. I would recommend this especially if you are interested in writings spanning the whole of church history. ( )no reviews | add a review
Amazon.com Product Description (ISBN 0060777508, Paperback)A New, Expanded Edition of Renovaré's Classic Companion to the Devotional Life Updated to incorporate all six traditions, or "streams," that comprise a healthy and holistic life of faith, these fifty–two selections have been organized to introduce the reader to the great devotional writers over the course of one year. Edited by James Bryan Smith, each reading is accompanied by an introduction and meditation by Richard J. Foster. In addition, each entry includes a related biblical passage, discussion questions, and individual and group exercises. With devotional readings in 1. The Prayer–Filled Life 2. The Virtuous Life 3. The Spirit–Empowered Life 4. The Compassionate Life 5. The Word–Centered Life 6. The Sacramental Life Foster and Smith sift through works from the great spiritual writers of the past as well as readings from contemporary spiritual leaders to create a guide that is indispensable for those looking for a deeper and more balanced spiritual life. (retrieved from Amazon Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:57:51 -0400) The first test round has been closed. Visit the Open Shelves Classification group for details. |
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