A Spiritual Formation Workbook - Revised edition: Small Group Resources for Nurturing Christian Growth (Paperback)

by James Bryan Smith (Author), Richard J. Foster (Author) "For the leader: After the group has gathered and is ready to begin, ask them to spend a few moments (allow two to five minutes)..." (more)
Key Phrases: spiritual dimension addresses, balanced vision, Holy Spirit, Jesus Christ, Reflection Question (more...)

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"In such small, intimate groups, people are finding themselves, finding each other, and finding God." -- -- George H. Gallup, Jr.

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This beginning workbook for Spiritual Formation Groups features guidelines for starting a group, study plans for the first nine sessions, and a questionnairethat helps map the way ahead. Based upon six major dimensions of the spiritual life found in the life of Christ and Christian tradition: The Contemplative Tradition - The Holiness Tradition - The Charismatic Tradition - The Social Justice Tradition - The Evangelical Tradition - and The Incarnational Tradition, this workbook program provides all the necessary ingredients to start and maintain a Spiritual Formation Group.

Successfully used by thousands of Spiritual Formation Group participants, A Spiritual Formation Workbook has been completely revised to correlate with Richard J. Foster's Streams of Living Water. Its new and updated exercises and teachings offer fresh perspectives on Christian faith and practice.

Christian in perspective and ecumenical in breadth, RENOVARÉ (from the Latin, meaning "to renew") is an effort committed to the renewal of the Church. Founded by bestselling writer Richard J. Foster, RENOVARÉ provides individual churches with a balanced, practical, effective small-group strategy for spiritual growth.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: HarperOne; Revised edition (August 4, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0062516264
• ISBN-13: 978-0062516268
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.2 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #41,829 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Looking for an Excellent Resource for Your Small Group?, March 9, 2004

By	R. Kirkham "jrkirkham" (Rushville, Illinois USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

YOU FOUND IT! I don't know of a better small group resource. I've been through this workbook several different times with several different groups, everything from teens to pastors. I've always been pleased.

Two aspects of this study sticks out to me.

First, the wealth of companion material from Renovare. You will not run out of ways to challenge the members of your small group.

Second, the respect that is shown for believers in different Christian traditions. Renovare is distinctly and unashamedly Christian. It is not popular philosophy dressed up in Christian language. Yet, this book, as with other Renovare resources, value the distinctives that make up the different major themes in Christian thought. This could cause discomfort for those who are locked into a very narrow version of the faith.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Learning Balance in the Christian Walk, March 19, 2000

By	Barbara E. Folkes (San Diego, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Spiritual Formation Workbook: Small Group Resources for Nurturing Christian Growth/a Renovare Resource for Spiritual Renewal (Paperback)

This book will help you discover where you need more balance in your Christian walk. As you learn to practice the 6 different traditions; social, contemplative, holiness, charismatic, evangelical, and incarnational, your walk with the Lord will become more balanced. This has been a life-changing study for me!

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars transformational living, October 8, 2005

By	Lynn Ann Huizingh - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have been utilizing this book in my own spiritual journey for the last 4 years. The growth and depth of relationship with my Lord Jesus Christ is amazing and truly transforming.

I am the director of a leadership development program for my denomination. We are now utilizing this book as a part of our training with wonderful results. The students have all commented on the deepening of their relationships with each other and most especially a new understanding and deepening of their relationship with Christ. I would highly recommend this book for anyone who is serious about becoming a devoted disciple of Christ.