Journaling: Catalyzing Spiritual Growth Through Reflection - Softcover

Feldman, Adam L

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0991220803 ISBN 13: 9780991220809

Publisher: Milltown Publishing, 2013

Synopsis

Whether you are new to the spiritual discipline of journaling, are restarting, or have filled dozens of journals, this book is for you if you desire to cultivate a daily awareness of Jesus’ loving, personal, and active presence in your life.

“Journaling” is more than just an introduction to the classic discipline of journaling. It introduces you to a lifestyle of contemplative reflection through Biblical, anecdotal, and practical teaching. Through journaling, believers in Jesus deepen communion with Him, discover contentment in life, and develop confidence in decision-making. Journaling might just be the catalyst for a significant spiritual breakthrough in your life!

What others are saying about “Journaling”:

“If you’re interested in cultivating the spiritual discipline of noticing God, and journaling has been one such practice you’ve long considered important to introduce or improve within your spiritual journey, then the book you are holding in your hand is the gift you’ve long desired. Adam Feldman writes with a refreshing wit and a pastors heart, with lots of practical helps for making journaling a highlight of your pilgrimage into a deeper walk with Jesus.” ~ Stephen A. Macchia, author of Becoming A Healthy Church and Crafting a Rule of Life

“I’m more excited about this book than I have been any book in a long time. Nothing has impacted my life like journaling. When I tell people they think it’s a diary or they aren’t writers--both have little to do with real journaling. Journaling is a spiritual discipline, I’ve defined it as ‘a catalogue of reflections and a remembrance of events of what God is saying to you and doing.’ I know of no better book than this. Stop thinking about being a writer or writing a diary--instead view it as listening and recording what God is saying to you. Thanks for writing this Adam, this is a HUGE overlooked need for serious followers of Jesus today.” ~ Bob Roberts, Jr., Senior Pastor of Northwood Church and author of Bold as Love

“In this rich resource, Adam Feldman accomplishes his desire to encourage the faith of his readers and inspire them to practice the art and discipline of journaling. Along that way, he also effectively introduces readers to the broader world of contemplative reflection.” ~ Randy Millwood, author of To Love and to Cherish

“Adam Feldman matches his passion for the benefits of journaling with flexibility and practicality in laying out a variety of approaches. Whether you are an experienced journaler, a tentative first-timer, or even someone who has ‘written off’ this practice as not for you, you will find Adam a helpful guide. As a church historian, I especially appreciated his reference to great journalers of the past, such as Augustine, Dorothy Day, and my personal favorite, Lancelot Andrewes.” ~ David A. Currie, Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program and Associate Professor of Pastoral Theology at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary

About this title

About the Author:

Adam L. Feldman is the founding pastor of Metanoia Church in Ellicott City, Maryland. He currently serves Metanoia as Pastor of Spiritual Formation and Preaching. Adam holds a D.Min. in spiritual formation from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, an M.Div. from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, and a B.A. from Carson-Newman University.

Review:

"If you're interested in cultivating the spiritual discipline of noticing God, and journaling has been one such practice you've long considered important to introduce or improve within your spiritual journey, then the book you are holding in your hand is the gift you've long desired. Adam Feldman writes with a refreshing wit and a pastors heart, with lots of practical helps for making journaling a highlight of your pilgrimage into a deeper walk with Jesus."
~ Stephen A. Macchia, author of Becoming A Healthy Church and Crafting a Rule of Life

"I'm more excited about this book than I have been any book in a long time. Nothing has impacted my life like journaling. Thanks for writing this Adam, this is a HUGE overlooked need for serious followers of Jesus today."
~ Bob Roberts, Jr., Senior Pastor of Northwood Church and author of Bold as Love

"In this rich resource, Adam Feldman accomplishes his desire to encourage the faith of his readers and inspire them to practice the art and discipline of journaling. Along that way, he also effectively introduces readers to the broader world of contemplative reflection."
~ Randy Millwood, author of To Love and to Cherish

"Whether you are an experienced journaler, a tentative first-timer, or even someone who has 'written off' this practice as not for you, you will find Adam a helpful guide. As a church historian, I especially appreciated his reference to great journalers of the past, such as Augustine, Dorothy Day, and my personal favorite, Lancelot Andrewes."
~ David A. Currie, Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program and Associate Professor of Pastoral Theology at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary

About this edition

• Publisher: Milltown Publishing
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 0991220803
• ISBN 13: 9780991220809
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 140