Shaping the Heart
Reflections on Spiritual Formation and Fruitfulness
by Pamela Evans
Paperback
Price: £7.99
Publisher:BRF (Bible Reading Fellowship)
Published:October 2011
ISBN:978-1-841-01726-6
GoodBookStall Review:
Subtitled Reflections on Spiritual Formation and Fruitfulness, this book is aimed at helping us to be shaped by the scriptures, rather than the insidious influences of the world. It is ‘for brothers and sisters in Christ who are seeking a more fruitful discipleship, rather than a better informed discipleship’, because, whether we like it or not, the next generation of Christians are learning how to walk with Christ by observing our examples. To this end Pamela Evans covers the basic foundations of faith emphasising the importance of trust in adversity, worship and prayer, obedience and lasting fruit. Each chapter is followed by expositions of one or more of the Fruits of the Spirit and a trio of Bible reflections to meditate upon. It is, as the author points out, a tool, and of no use unless it is used, which can happen individually or in small groups. Encouraging and practical, Shaping the Heart contains some valuable insights and could be a useful way of keeping scripture at the forefront of the mind.
Reviewer: Diane Morrison (26/11/11)
Subtitled Reflections on Spiritual Formation and Fruitfulness, this book is aimed at helping us to be shaped by the scriptures, rather than the insidious influences of the world. It is ‘for brothers and sisters in Christ who are seeking a more fruitful discipleship, rather than a better informed discipleship’, because, whether we like it or not, the next generation of Christians are learning how to walk with Christ by observing our examples. To this end Pamela Evans covers the basic foundations of faith emphasising the importance of trust in adversity, worship and prayer, obedience and lasting fruit. Each chapter is followed by expositions of one or more of the Fruits of the Spirit and a trio of Bible reflections to meditate upon. It is, as the author points out, a tool, and of no use unless it is used, which can happen individually or in small groups. Encouraging and practical, Shaping the Heart contains some valuable insights and could be a useful way of keeping scripture at the forefront of the mind.
Reviewer: Diane Morrison (26/11/11)
| Reader review: - Johnny Douglas, TGBS Reviewer 28.11.11 My copy of this is folded, marked, annotated, and has had tears wiped away from it….. this is the highest compliment! This title far exceeds five-star quality in it’s robust, gracious and challenging pathway toward Christian growth. Simply put:- I've been raving about this book to everyone! |
