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Invitation to a Journey
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Embark on a Journey of Becoming More Like Christ
M. Robert Mulholland Jr. defines spiritual formation as "the process of being formed in the image of Christ for the sake of others." Compact and solid, this definition encompasses the dynamics of a vital Christian life and counters our culture's tendency to make spirituality a trivial matter or reduce it to a private affair between "me and Jesus."
In Invitation to a Journey, Mulholland offers valuable insights for Christians both new and old, emphasizing that becoming like Christ is a gradual process, not an instant transformation. Recognizing that not all personalities thrive with traditional practices like early morning quiet times, he encourages you to express your devotion to God in ways that work for you. Mulholland thoughtfully explores the classical spiritual disciplines, demonstrating the importance of undertaking your spiritual journey with (and for the sake of) others.
In this revised and expanded edition, you'll find:
Invitation to a Journey is a call to dig deeper, to slow down, and to experience the profound transformation that comes with intentional spiritual practices. Whether you're seeking renewal, guidance, or simply a richer relationship with God and others, this book will be a trusted companion for your journey.
Foreword by Ruth Haley Barton
Prologue
Part I. The Road Map: The Nature of Spiritual Formation
1. The Process
2. Being Formed
3. The Image of Christ
4. For the Sake of Others
Part II. The Vehicle: Personality and Piety
5. Creation Gifts
6. One-Sided Spirituality
7. Holistic Spirituality
Part III. The Journey: Spiritual Disciplines
8. The Classical Christian Pilgrimage
9. Classical Spiritual Disciplines
10. The Nature of the Spiritual Disciplines
11. The Inner Dynamics of the Spiritual Disciplines
Part IV. Companions on the Way: Corporate and Social Spirituality
12. Corporate Spirituality
13. Social Spirituality
Study Guide
Acknowledgments
Notes