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Sacred Rhythms: Arranging Our Lives for Spiritual Transformation (Hardcover)

~ Ruth Haley Barton (Author) "One of the things that still surprises me this far along in life is how and when and with what power my longing stirs..." (more)
Key Phrases: Holy Spirit, God's Spirit
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Christian spiritual disciplines are all the rage, and joining the legions of "how-to" books reintroducing contemporary Christians to ancient practices is this offering by Barton, a spiritual director and retreat leader (Invitation to Solitude and Silence). With elegant writing and a personal touch, she covers the basics handily—the role of desire and longing in relationship with God, praying with scripture, and the need for solitude, self-examination, discernment and Sabbath. She concludes with an exercise that helps one develop a "rule of life," or commitment to "structure and space for our growing." What makes Barton's handbook different from the rest is her personality; she describes the practices with the gentle touch of an understanding and knowing mystic, telling her own stories along the way. Barton recounts the time she and her bicycle were run over by a minivan (miraculously, she was not seriously hurt) and as she recuperated, she pondered whether this accident was a time to reconsider her need for Sabbath: "I did not want to acknowledge the possibility that it was that hard for God to get my attention." This book is a wonderful starting point for Christians eager to more deeply explore the life of the Spirit. (Mar. 30)
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"Barton offers much wise, sane, concrete help for people ready for the 'more' of God amidst their busy lives." -- —Tilden Edwards, author of Sabbath Time and Living in the Presence

"I will enthusiastically recommend this book widely--both as preventative medicine and as needed therapy." -- —Brian McLaren, speaker and author of A New Kind of Christian

"In a kind, compelling and beautiful voice Ruth Haley Barton invites us to listen to an inner pulse." -- —Dan B. Allender, Ph.D., President, Mars Hill Graduate School, and author of The Wounded Heart and To Be Told

"Ruth Barton confirms what you've suspected--there is more to life than what most of us are living." -- —Reggie McNeal, author of The Present Future and A Work of Heart

"[Barton] describes the practices with the gentle touch of an understanding and knowing mystic." -- Publishers Weekly, January 29, 2006

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 191 pages
  • Publisher: InterVarsity Press; annotated edition edition (February 10, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0830833331
  • ISBN-13: 978-0830833337
  • Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.6 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #20,239 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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19 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Literary Encouragement For Spiritual Cynics, January 4, 2007
I have to confess that I'm just getting over a horrible "Been There, Read That" attitude when it comes to books about spiritual growth. That's why it came as a delightful surprise when (a) I couldn't put this book down, (b) I read several chapters again and again and used them to spur journal/prayer entries, and (c) I'm going to take it with me on my next overnight silent retreat. I especially enjoyed the reflections on discernment and self-examination. Thank you, IVP and Ruth Haley Barton, for this gem of a book.


(Note: I got the book at our public library, but have since purchased it as a gift for my sister and just ordered Barton's other book from IVP on solitude).
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Best book on spiritual transformation I've read recently, January 21, 2008
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To be honest, I've gotten a little weary of books about spiritual disciplines. I always end up feeling guilty that I'm not more disciplined and perpetually struggle with having a consistent quiet time, after many years of being a Christian. Ruth Haley Barton cuts through all of that putting "discipline" (or "rule" or "rhythm" whatever you want to call it!) into the context of "desire," that we deeply long for God's transformation in our lives. She stresses that we cannot transform ourselves, only God can do that. But, we can arrange our lives in such a way that makes the conditions for transformation optimal. This book is extremely practical, gracious, and FREES you to seek God, rather than bind you to a set of rules. I highly, highly recommend it.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great candidate for Personal Book of the Year., July 30, 2007
I have been refreshed and instructed by Sacred Rhythms. I am encouraged to explore developing (or discerning) a Rule for Life that will cultivate trust in God and love for others. Well done.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully written
I've read a few books on the spiritual disciplines, but this one took a slightly different view of the disciplines. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Kathleen M

4.0 out of 5 stars Useful Guide for those Seeking Spiritual Transformation
The subtitle of the book sums up the aim for readers - how to arrange our lives around the goal of spiritual transformation, and why this is a worthy pursuit. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Laurence T. Baxter

3.0 out of 5 stars Decent book, some chapters better than others...
Not a bad book. I enjoyed some chapters more than others - I think my favorite was the Sabbath chapter. Read more
Published 6 months ago by A.S. Blosser

5.0 out of 5 stars Sacred Rhythms
An incredible book for those desiring to understand and practice Christian disciplines. I love the way Ruth Haley Barton includes a Practice for each of the disciplines in this... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Joann Wall

5.0 out of 5 stars Sacred Rhythms
This is an excellent book for Christian women in helping to find order in their lives, to make time for the importance of time with God as we relate to others and for personal... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Kathryn A. Taylor

4.0 out of 5 stars Handbook on Christian spirituality
I borrowed a copy of Sacred Rhythms from the Pauline Bookstore sale shelf where I work (and live). I loved Barton's voice; her gentle style. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Sister Anne

5.0 out of 5 stars a blessing
This was one of the most helpful books on the Christian spiritual disciplines I have ever read. Barton leads her reader through the astonishing basis for all spiritual... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Mimi

5.0 out of 5 stars Dream a Little Dream of Rest
Ruth Haley Barton presents a clear and compelling description of the spiritual disciplines of solitude, lectio divina, centering/breath prayer, Ignatian examen (of consciousness... Read more
Published 17 months ago by D. Miller

5.0 out of 5 stars Sacred Rhythms
This book is a practical look at spiritual disciplines and helps you think how to incorporate them into your life. The writing is an easy to read style. Read more
Published on January 6, 2007 by looking for quality

3.0 out of 5 stars It's Great If You Already Own...
Unfortunately, the best that I can say of this book is that it should only be purchased after Richard Foster's Celebration of Discipline. Read more
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