The Discerning Life: An Invitation to Notice God in Everything

Spiritual discernment is a key theme in the Scriptures, but in modern times, we have forgotten the basic premise of practicing a preference for God. In The Discerning Life, Stephen A. Macchia seeks to upend the one-eyed and limited Christian understandings of spiritual discernment and encourage readers and leaders to prioritize the care of their souls, the grace of their communities, and the mission of their lives, churches, and organizations.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 28 April 2022
Publisher: Zondervan

Spiritual discernment is a fundamental theme throughout the Scriptures, spanning from the earliest days of Adam and Eve's relationship with God to the time of John the Apostle's writing of the book of Revelation to a distracted people anticipating eternity. Throughout this journey, discerning God has remained at the core of our faith. However, in contemporary times, we have lost sight of the essential foundation of practicing a preference for God. Instead, we have substituted strategic planning, fierce competition, and a belief in "will-of-God" knowledge. In his book, "The Discerning Life," Stephen A. Macchia aims to challenge the narrow and limited Christian perspectives on spiritual discernment and invites readers and leaders to reevaluate their priorities regarding the care of their souls, the grace of their communities, and the mission of their lives, churches, and organizations.

When we gain a deeper understanding of the significance of spiritual discernment in every aspect of our lives, we will be empowered to inspire others to follow suit. This, in turn, will enable us to fully embrace the mission, mandate, and message of the entire counsel of God. By prioritizing spiritual discernment, we can cultivate a deeper relationship with God and align our actions with His will, leading to a more fulfilling and purposeful existence.

Weight: 416g
Dimension: 216 x 152 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780310127901