Wake Up to Wonder - 22 Invitations to Amazement in the Everyday

Karen Wright Marsh encourages readers to follow faithful yet human Christians from different centuries and cultures to find deeper meaning and purpose in everyday life. She offers playful, simple practices such as physical health, prayer, activism, Scripture reading, creativity, and more, inspired by these historical figures. Marsh believes that a life of spiritual depth, amazement, and connection is within reach.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 08 August 2023
Publisher: Baker Publishing Group

Karen Wright Marsh embarked on a profound journey in search of a vibrant spiritual life, realizing that she didn't need to find the perfect plan; rather, she needed inspiring individuals to follow. In her book, Wake Up to Wonder, Marsh introduces us to these remarkable Christians, spanning centuries and cultures, who have left an indelible mark on the world. Drawing inspiration from their lives, she offers playful and practical practices that infuse everyday existence with deeper meaning and purpose.

Join Marsh on a captivating journey alongside a diverse group of spiritual companions as they explore various aspects of spiritual growth, including physical health, prayer, activism, Scripture reading, creativity, and more. Each chapter is filled with engaging invitations, such as writing prompts, space for personal reflection, and "Try This," a collection of spiritual and personal experiments that anyone can undertake. As you immerse yourself in this book, you will discover the profound truth that a life of spiritual depth, wonder, and connection is within your reach—today and every day.

Within the pages of Wake Up to Wonder, you will encounter a remarkable array of historical figures who have walked the same path of spiritual exploration. These individuals, including Henri J. M. Nouwen, Martin Luther, Thomas Merton, Hildegard von Bingen, Margery Kempe, Wangari Maathai, Caedmon, Amanda Berry Smith, Augustine, Lilias Trotter, Fannie Lou Hamer, Patrick of Ireland, Hans Scholl and Sophie Scholl, Howard Thurman, Pandita Ramabai, Ephrem the Syrian, Ignatius of Loyola, Benedict and Scholastica, Brother Lawrence, Francis of Assisi and Clare of Assisi, Dorothy Day, Mabel Ping-Hua Lee, and many others, have left an enduring legacy of wisdom and inspiration.

Through their stories and teachings, Marsh invites us to embrace a more holistic approach to spirituality, one that encompasses not only our inner selves but also our relationships with others and the world around us. She encourages us to cultivate practices that nourish our souls, such as meditation, journaling, and acts of kindness, while also engaging in social justice and environmental activism.

Wake Up to Wonder is a treasure trove of wisdom and guidance, offering a roadmap for living a meaningful and purposeful life. Whether you are a seasoned spiritual seeker or someone just beginning their journey, this book will inspire and empower you to awaken to the wonder that lies within and to make a positive impact on the world around you. So, take a deep breath, open your heart, and let Wake Up to Wonder be your guide on the path to a truly extraordinary spiritual life.

Weight: 666g
Dimension: 216 x 140 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781587435805