Because of This I Rejoice (eBook)

Reading Philippians During Lent

Max O. Vincent (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2018
128 Seiten
Upper Room (Verlag)
978-0-8358-1795-0 (ISBN)

Infos

Have you ever associated Lent with joy? Max Vincent highlights that many Christians consider Lent as a season of sacrifice and self-discipline that feels too much like a burden rather than a joyful time of spiritual growth. With the help of this book you will plumb the depths of Paul’s letter to the Philippians, in which the apostle describes spiritual practices that help him feel close to God despite persecution and imprisonment. This 6-week study explores Paul’s teachings about joyfully practicing spiritual disciplines. Includes a Leader’s Guide with a pattern for small groups.

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For too long Lent has been thought of as a season of self-sacrifice and discipline that sounds to many Christians like a list of spiritual chores. Lenten disciplines become the spiritual equivalent of New Year’s resolutions to lose weight, be healthier, or practice better money management. These promises are easily made and often quickly broken, leaving us feeling like we do not measure up to what we should be.

In his letter to the Philippians, the apostle Paul joyfully turns to spiritual practices that draw him closer to God amid persecution and imprisonment. These practices keep Paul connected to a sense of God’s power and presence. Joy flows from Paul and becomes a vital part of his relationship with the Philippians.

Because of This I Rejoice is a 6-week study of Philippians that explores what Paul teaches about joyfully practicing spiritual disciplines. The intent of these disciplines is to help us focus less on ourselves and more on God. This Lenten study invites us to engage in the same spiritual practices as a way to grow closer to God and allow joy to flow through our lives.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 1.10.2018
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Religion / Theologie ► Christentum ► Kirchengeschichte
• Themenwelt: Religion / Theologie ► Christentum ► Liturgik / Homiletik
• Schlagworte: bible study, small group, rejoicing, devotional, spiritual growth, Easter, personal growth
• ISBN-10: 0-8358-1795-4 / 0835817954
• ISBN-13: 978-0-8358-1795-0 / 9780835817950