David G. Benner is an internationally recognized depth psychologist, author, and spiritual guide dedicated to personal transformation. His work focuses on the intersection of psychology and spirituality, exploring the deeper layers of the human psyche and offering pathways to spiritual growth. Benner's approach emphasizes the integration of psychological understanding with spiritual principles to help readers achieve a fuller, more meaningful life. His writings are valued for their depth and practical guidance on the journey of self-discovery.
Prayer is not merely something we do; prayer is what God does in us. Using the four movements of lectio divina, spiritual director David Benner invites us to discover openness to God as the essence of prayer, spirituality, and the Christian life. This expanded edition explores prayer as attending, pondering, responding, and being, opening us to a world of possibilities for communion with God.
In this expanded edition of a spiritual formation classic, David G. Benner explores the twin themes of love and surrender as the heart of Christian spirituality. God doesn't want his people to respond to him out of fear or obligation, but invites us to enter into an authentic relationship of intimacy and devotion—by surrendering to love.
Benner asks and answers the question, "How might we discipline our wills so that we become both willing and able to do what God asks of us?"
In the expanded edition of this profound exploration of Christian identity, David G. Benner illuminates the spirituality of self-discovery. He exposes the false selves that you may hide behind and calls you to discover the true self that emerges from your uniqueness in Christ. Deepen your experience of God through discovering the gift of being yourself.