Description
Book SynopsisRichard Foster's son discovers the celebrated disciplines for himself.
Trade Review“Richard Foster introduced a generation to the spiritual disciplines. Now his son introduces another generation to both the glories and the frustrations of seeking to practice them—to master and be mastered by the craft and art of the spiritual life. A book of honesty and hope.” -- John Ortberg, author of Soul Keeping
“Read this book and find a new companion as you follow Jesus.” -- Eugene H. Peterson, author of The Message
“Simply delightful … honest, fresh and insightful. Read and be blessed.” -- Ruth Haley Barton, author of Sacred Rhythms
Table of ContentsContents
Foreword by Richard J. Foster 9
Introduction: Beginnings 13
Understanding Submission 21
1. Submission: Submitting to the Will of Wind and Children 23
Understanding Fasting 35
2. Fasting: Hunger in Dark Rooms 37
Understanding Study 47
3. Study: Practicing My Failures 49
Interlude: Discipline Hazard #1: The Self-Hatred
Narrative 58
Understanding Solitude 67
4. Solitude: Souvenirs from the Void 69
Understanding Meditation 77
5. Meditation: Cooking Chemicals in My Head 79
Understanding Confession 91
6. Confession: My Redemption Tour 93
Understanding Simplicity 107
7. Simplicity: The Gift of Boredom 109
Understanding Service 119
8. Service: Can I Be Your Martyr? 121
Interlude: Discipline Hazard #2: My Inner
Pharisee 131
Understanding Prayer 139
9. Prayer: Gifts from Bill 141
Understanding Guidance 153
10. Guidance: Embracing the Desert 155
Understanding Worship 167
11. Worship: Responding to the Divine Spark 169
Understanding Celebration 179
12. Celebration: Tattooed Joy 181
Conclusion: Endings and New Beginnings 189
Further Reading 195
Acknowledgments 198
Notes 202
