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Baker Publishing Group Spirituality and the Awakening Self by David G. PhD Benner
Being human is a lifelong journey of becoming. This journey defines our humanity for it is a journey toward our source and our fulfillment described in Christian theology as union with God. If we remain open to God as our sense of self awakens we experience a deeper consciousness of being in him. The self that emerges during this process is larger more enlightened and whole.David Benner who has spent thirty-five years integrating psychology and spirituality presents psychological insights in a readable fashion to offer readers a deeper understanding of the self and its spiritual development. Drawing on a broad range of Christian traditions Benner shows that the transformation of self is foundational to Christian spirituality. This book will appeal to readers interested in a psychologically grounded fresh exploration of Christian spirituality; professionals engaged in pastoral care counseling and spiritual direction; and students in ministry development and spiritual formation courses. Questions and answers for individual or group use are included at the end of each chapter.show more