Overview

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.

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Author:   Richard Foster ,  Richard Foster
Publisher:   SPCK Publishing
Imprint:   Monarch Books
Edition:   New edition
ISBN:  

9780857216526

ISBN 10:   085721652
Pages:   208
Publication Date:   24 October 2014
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock  
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Table of Contents

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

Reviews

“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 Rhythms

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 Rhythms

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 Rhythms

Author Information

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 Renovaré 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.

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