Renovation of the Heart: Putting On The Character Of Christ [Paperback] Willard, Dallas

Willard, Dallas

ISBN 10: 085111282X / ISBN 13: 9780851112824

Published by IVP, 2002

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2006 reprint. Fading/creases to spine. Scratches/minor scuffs/some creases/stickers marks on cover. Some marks to textblock edges. Text very good. Seller Inventory # 127449-LW09112024

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Title: Renovation of the Heart: Putting On The ...

Publisher: IVP

Publication Date: 2002

Binding: Soft cover

Condition: Good

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Although Dallas Willard's Renovation of the Heart is an accessible handbook for learning about spiritual formation, it's not lightweight by any stretch of the imagination. It compels the reader to take in the concepts slowly, underline important passages, scribble notes in the margins, and slowly absorb and put into practice the ideas Willard espouses. "Although there is much talk about 'changing lives' in Christian circles, the reality is very rare, and certainly much less common than the talk," writes Willard. But, he adds, no one need live in spiritual and personal defeat. Rather, the way of change is through inner transformation and taking the small steps that lead one to it. Beginning with an introduction to spiritual formation, he then outlines the avenues through which transformation takes place, including thoughts, feelings, choices, social context, the body, and the soul. Each chapter concludes with questions for personal or group reflection. Read it once, then keep it close for further reference--it's a book that will continually refresh a spiritual journey. --Cindy Crosby