Contemplative practices have a lengthy, rich and complicated history in the church. Enriching and deepening communion with God was a blessing understood and practised by many spiritual forefathers, but the practices in popular Christianity can be unbiblical.
With theological precision and careful biblical analysis, lecturer and author Tim Chester digs into contemplative practice. He offers a clarifying perspective and biblical principles for those entering the conversation about spiritual practices with curiosity and caution.
Connecting theology to application, he helps readers to...
- Discern the good and bad in common spiritual disciplines
- Explore practices grounded in Scripture and their place in the Christian life
- Develop an approach rooted in the gospel, Scripture and the church
As Tim Chester says, "There aren't any models of good contemplative practices, and so to make sure we don't get lost or misled, we avoid them altogether. My conviction is that, in the meantime, we are missing out on something--something that would enrich our communion with God."
Perfect for seminary students, pastors and anyone who speaks into the spiritual lives of others, this book is a helpful resource for understanding how this debated topic affects each believer's daily walk with God.
