Spiritual growth is the change and growth of the spiritual nature of our being. It involves spiritual transformation and growth to maturity and completion. Spiritual maturity has two key characteristics: discernment and self-control. Discernment is necessary for self-control. When we are spiritually mature, we will no longer be infants tossed about by deception. And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers, to...

In the twenty years since its publication, Celebration of Discipline has helped over a million seekers discover a richer spiritual life infused with joy, peace, and a deeper understanding of God. Hailed by many as the best modern work on Christian spirituality, Celebration of Discipline explores the "classic Disciplines," or central spiritual practices, of the Christian faith. Along the way, Foster shows that it is only by and through these practices...

Discover how to assist parishioners in their prayer and spiritual life. Learn how individual spiritual growth can flow back into the congregation's growth as a community. Explore new ideas and practical approaches to using Christian education, worship, retreats, devotional guides, and church meetings as tools to achieve spiritual growth. Learn about spirituality gender differences; the importance of your own spiritual life; spiritually grounding lay...

Spiritual and personal growth is possible. Over the centuries, journaling has emerged as one of the most consistently transformative practices, recommended by leaders across spiritual traditions, therapists, coaches, and others. Why then are so many people intimidated by journaling today, while others try it only to give it up? Incorporating both ancient spiritual wisdom and current neuro-biology, Journaling for Spiritual Growth teaches you how to...

If you've always wanted to cry with pure bliss but often feel like your heart is shattering, then keep reading... Are you sick and tired of destructive thought patterns ruining your life? Have you tried all the mindfulness books and meditations, but nothing seems to work? Do you finally want to discover what actually works for you? If so, then it's not by chance that you stumbled upon these words. You see, growing spiritually at rapid speeds...

What can God's creation teach us about ourselves, our communities, and modern Christianity? Talks to Farmers: Inspiring, Uplifting, Faith-Building Meditations, written by world renowned preacher Charles H. Spurgeon, uncovers the lessons we can learn from taking a closer look at nature. Includes Foreword by New York Times bestselling author, pastor, and Spurgeon admirer John MacArthur. First published in 1882, Talks to Farmers is a collection of nineteen...

Overriding its Look In his fourth volume Dr. Verdree B. Stanley encourages the individual to keep faith. Often times when we read between the lines and look outside the box the end result can be puzzling. Each of the One Hundred and Four crossword Puzzles are designed to increase ones faith in their daily life. As in his previous book (volume 3); Dr. Stanley says life situations does not always progress from left to right and from the bottom upward....

The landscape of spiritual growth has been profoundly shaped by various movements and authors, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries. The emergence of Christian existentialism, as seen in works by Sren Kierkegaard and Dietrich Bonhoeffer, explored the tension between faith and doubt, individual choice, and the call to be in authentic relationship with God. In parallel, liberal theology, with its emphasis on the immanence of God and the moral...

In this era of change and opportunity, love is like a mysterious star, shining with a unique light and guiding people on a journey of the heart. The twelve constellations each trace a different path in the starry sky of love. Their stories are full of challenges and surprises, whether passionate or delicate and profound. This book will provide an in-depth analysis of each constellation's behaviour, dilemmas and growth in love, taking you on a colourful...

5-Stars "Powerful! Basic principles of power described in an excellent manner. Presented in a way to allow absorption for all time. Explains sensitive beings in a wonderful way." 5-Stars "Perfectly suited to anyone from beginner to someone that just needs to brush up." 5-Stars "concise, easy-to-follow guide. Chakra Basics: Fundamentals of Spiritual Growth by Chariss K. Walker is a concise, easy-to-follow guide to balancing one's chakras and bringing...