Spiritual Disciplines of a C.H.R.I.S.T.I.A.N.: Intensive Training in Christian Spirituality - Softcover

Stieglitz, Dr Gil

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0983195811 ISBN 13: 9780983195818

Publisher: Principles to Live by, 2011

Synopsis

In the heart of every Christian is a longing for an intimate connection with God.

But how? What does a Christian need to do to get there?

The spiritual disciplines are the keys to a deeper interactive relationship with God in Christ Jesus. The screaming need in Christianity today is for Christians who walk humbly but deeply with God. Many churches major on programs but do not teach deep spirituality. This book is designed to teach the basic spiritual disciplines to every-day Christians, so they can enjoy intimacy with God. Just as we train our physical bodies through physical exercise, so we can train our spiritual life through spiritual exercises. If you would like to enjoy a close fellowship with God, then this book is for you. Learn how to experience deep and lasting spiritual growth.

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About the Author

Gil Stieglitz in an internationally recognized author, speaker, and leadership consultant. He excites, educates, and motivates audiences all of through world using humor, passion, leadership, and wisdom. He teaches practical theology at Biola University, William Jessup University, and Western Seminary. Dr. Gil founded Principles to Live By (ptlb.com), a non-profit organization committed to teaching God's principles in a life-giving way. He sits on the board for Courage Worldwide (www.courageworldwide.org), an organization that builds homes to rescue children forced into sexual slavery. He has been a denominational leader for fifteen years with the Evangelical Free Church of America (EFCA) and served as the senior pastor of a vibrant church in southern California for seventeen years. Currently, Gil serves as the Discipleship Pastor of Bayside Church in Granite Bay, California.

Review

Dr. Gil Stieglitz, author, pastor, seminary professor, and church consultant maintains that in the same way that physical and social discipline has become a part of your life spiritual disciplines are a normal part of the process of holiness. He uses the word CHRISTIAN to identify nine spiritual disciplines essential in a program of intensive training in Christian spirituality prerequisites for developing a deeper relationship with God. Each of the letters captures or characterizes common elements that may include a combination of disciplines. The "C" for confessions includes personal and group confession. A reader-friendly format includes instructional guidelines, lists, and suggested prayers, and spiritual exercises. The "H" represents the Holy Spirit and provides information on the role of the Holy Spirit in providing guidance, and in producing Christ-like qualities. Each of the remaining letters of the acrostic follows a similar pattern. I found the chapters dealing with "Interaction" especially significant. Stieglitz included Bible study and prayer under this heading. I also found the topics of "Repetition" (Memorization and Meditation) and "Togetherness which included worship and fellowship to be extremely helpful. Spiritual Disciplines of a C. H. R. I. S. T. I. A. N. - Intensive Training in Christian Spirituality is written for those who are seeking a deeper level of the presence of the Lord in their lives. Practicing the disciplines outlined in the book will require change in the reader and guide them into a new awareness of the presence of God throughout their life and in their spiritual journey. A complimentary copy of this book was provided for review purposes. The opinions expressed are my own. (Richard R. Blake ~ Amazon review)

"The spiritual workouts develop habits that can really improve your walk with God. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to deepen their relationship with God and become more Christ-like." (Msgoftruth ~ Amazon review)

"This book is well written. It is a foundational book with important steps of the Christian life. The author makes Christian steps like exercises which are done step-by-step." (B. Goodman ~ Amazon review)

"Finishing prep for our last Men's breakfast before the summer break. Also finishing this book. I have been blessed by the ministry of Gil Stieglitz and Principles to Live By. This book is a must-read!" (Scott Saxon, Faith Bible Church, CO)

About this edition

• Publisher: Principles to Live by
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 0983195811
• ISBN 13: 9780983195818
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 254