The Making of an Ordinary Saint
My journey from frustration to joy with the spiritual disciplines
Will be published approx. on 24. October 2014
Book
Paperback/Softback
208 pages
978-0-85721-652-6 (ISBN)
Description
Nathan Foster has lived with the spiritual disciplines all his life, but has had to find his own unique path. As he sought - sometimes rebelliously - to develop habits that would enable him to live more like Jesus, he encountered problems both personal and universal. Gradually he discovered creative new ways to practice disciplines such as fasting, meditation and simplicity, to live as Jesus lived. With a foreword from Nathan's father Richard, who provides a fresh introduction to each of the disciplines, The Making of an Ordinary Saint invites us to be formed into the likeness of Christ's character.
Reviews / Votes
"Richard Foster introduced a generation to the spiritual disciplines. Now his son introduces another generation to both the glories and the frustrations of seeking to practice them-to master and be mastered by the craft and art of the spiritual life. A book of honesty and hope." -- John Ortberg, author of Soul Keeping "Read this book and find a new companion as you follow Jesus." -- Eugene H. Peterson, author of The Message "Simply delightful ... honest, fresh and insightful. Read and be blessed." -- Ruth Haley Barton, author of Sacred RhythmsMore details
Edition
New edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
SPCK Publishing
Edition type
New edition
Dimensions
Height: 198 mm
Width: 129 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
229 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-85721-652-6 (9780857216526)
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Richard Foster
The Making of an Ordinary Saint
My journey from frustration to joy with the spiritual disciplines
E-Book
10/2014
Monarch Books
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Person
Nathan Foster is an associate professor of social work and theology at Spring Arbor University, where he holds the Andrews Chair in Spiritual Formation. He is director of teaching ministries for Renovare as well as a licensed clinical social worker, certified addictions counselor, public speaker, bassist for Christy & The Professors, and the author of Wisdom Chaser: Finding My Father at 14,000 Feet. He currently resides in Michigan with his wife and two children and is an avid cyclist and outdoor enthusiast. To connect with Nathan, visit www.nathanfosterprojects.com.
Content
Contents
Foreword by Richard J. Foster 9
Introduction: Beginnings 13
Understanding Submission 21
1. Submission: Submitting to the Will of Wind and Children 23
Understanding Fasting 35
2. Fasting: Hunger in Dark Rooms 37
Understanding Study 47
3. Study: Practicing My Failures 49
Interlude: Discipline Hazard #1: The Self-Hatred
Narrative 58
Understanding Solitude 67
4. Solitude: Souvenirs from the Void 69
Understanding Meditation 77
5. Meditation: Cooking Chemicals in My Head 79
Understanding Confession 91
6. Confession: My Redemption Tour 93
Understanding Simplicity 107
7. Simplicity: The Gift of Boredom 109
Understanding Service 119
8. Service: Can I Be Your Martyr? 121
Interlude: Discipline Hazard #2: My Inner
Pharisee 131
Understanding Prayer 139
9. Prayer: Gifts from Bill 141
Understanding Guidance 153
10. Guidance: Embracing the Desert 155
Understanding Worship 167
11. Worship: Responding to the Divine Spark 169
Understanding Celebration 179
12. Celebration: Tattooed Joy 181
Conclusion: Endings and New Beginnings 189
Further Reading 195
Acknowledgments 198
Notes 202
Foreword by Richard J. Foster 9
Introduction: Beginnings 13
Understanding Submission 21
1. Submission: Submitting to the Will of Wind and Children 23
Understanding Fasting 35
2. Fasting: Hunger in Dark Rooms 37
Understanding Study 47
3. Study: Practicing My Failures 49
Interlude: Discipline Hazard #1: The Self-Hatred
Narrative 58
Understanding Solitude 67
4. Solitude: Souvenirs from the Void 69
Understanding Meditation 77
5. Meditation: Cooking Chemicals in My Head 79
Understanding Confession 91
6. Confession: My Redemption Tour 93
Understanding Simplicity 107
7. Simplicity: The Gift of Boredom 109
Understanding Service 119
8. Service: Can I Be Your Martyr? 121
Interlude: Discipline Hazard #2: My Inner
Pharisee 131
Understanding Prayer 139
9. Prayer: Gifts from Bill 141
Understanding Guidance 153
10. Guidance: Embracing the Desert 155
Understanding Worship 167
11. Worship: Responding to the Divine Spark 169
Understanding Celebration 179
12. Celebration: Tattooed Joy 181
Conclusion: Endings and New Beginnings 189
Further Reading 195
Acknowledgments 198
Notes 202