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An expanded edition with a new chapter on prayer and discussion questions
The heart of Christianity is transformation—a relationship with God that impacts not just our "spiritual lives," but every aspect of living. John Ortberg calls readers back to the dynamic heartbeat of Christianity—God’s power to bring change and growth—and reveals both the how and why of transformation.
With a new chapter on prayer and added discussion questions, this expanded edition of The Life You’ve Always Wanted offers modern perspectives on the ancient path of the spiritual disciplines. But this is more than just a book about things to do to be a good Christian. It’s a road map toward true transformation that starts not with the individual but with the object of the journey—Jesus Christ.
As with a marathon runner, the secret to winning the race lies not in trying harder, but in training consistently—training with the spiritual disciplines. The disciplines are neither taskmasters nor an end in themselves. Rather they are exercises that build strength and endurance for the road of growth. The fruit of the Spirit—joy, peace, kindness, etc.—are the signposts along the way.
Paved with humor and sparkling anecdotes, The Life You’ve Always Wanted is an encouraging and challenging approach to a Christian life that’s worth living—a life on the edge that fills an ordinary world with new meaning, hope, change, and joy. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
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He discusses the difference between trying hard and being trained and then sets forth a whole series of chapters on various spiritual disciplines. He covers subjects such as celebration, prayer, confession, servanthood and suffering and writes an extremely insightful chapter on the practice of "slowing" in the context of what he calls "hurry sickness." His ability lies in not only recognising the pace and irritation level at which we so often live, but in prescribing some very practical disciplines to "ruthlessly eliminate hurry" from your life. His ideas are both timely and useful in our often fast moving lifestyles.
I found this book to be honest, witty and deep. It is so full of simple practical advice that it makes you feel as if you could actually give this a try too. If you feel living a life like Jesus is out of your reach, this book may well encourage you and give you some hope, together with some of the tools to help you do it. I commend it to you.
It is full of practical help that is actually really possible for everyone to follow. It is down to earth and realistic guide to spiritual discipline. It is full of great little stories that make you laugh and cry and really stick in your mind. Think it has been the most helpful book i have ever read.
It creates a real deep understanding of what it is like to have a real relationship with God.
You've ever thought that the way to gain approval from God is by keeping your 'quiet time' even when it hurts. Read more
Recommended!!!
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