The Hidden Power of the Gospels: Four Questions, Four Paths, One Journey

Shaia, Alexander/ Gaugy, Michelle

ISBN 10: 0061898015 / ISBN 13: 9780061898013

Published by Harperone, 2010

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1st edition. 367 pages. 9.75x6.50x1.75 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Hidden Power of the Gospels: Four Questions, Four Paths, One Journey
• Publisher: Harperone
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0061898015
• ISBN 13: 9780061898013
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.57 kilograms

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Synopsis

In the tradition of Thomas Moore’s The Care of the Soul and Don Miguel Ruiz’s The Four Agreements, Alexander Shaia’s The Hidden Power of the Gospels reveals how the recurring cycles of change, loss, enlightenment, and maturation are illuminated by the Bible's four gospels. Combining ancient Christian traditions, anthropology, and modern psychology, he reveals how each gospel focuses on a vital spiritual question. Matthew begins with How do we face change? Mark faces the hard question of How do we move through suffering? John stirs and elevates the soul as he asks, How do we receive joy? And Luke moves forward on the practical journey, as he inquires, How do we mature in service? By using this lens, the gospels become practical guides for creating faith-filled lives and a map for our never-ending spiritual journey.

About the Authors

Alexander J. Shaia, Ph.D., is an educator, psychologist, spiritual director, liturgist, writer, and professional speaker. He is the founder and director of the Blue Door Retreat in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Shaia travels internationally, lecturing and conducting workshops on the four-gospel journey of quadratos, psychotherapy, rites of passage, and Christian meditation and spirituality.

Michelle Gaugy is a writer and the owner of a large art gallery in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She is also the former president of the Awakening Museum and Foundation, an interfaith center of spiritual art.