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Synopsis
Over 500,000 copies in print
-Godliness has value for all things.- --1 Timothy 4:8 (NIV)
How can you develop godly character? Bestselling author Jerry Bridges says that godliness is more than a character trait: -It is a foundational spiritual quality that makes the entire Christian life dynamic, effective, and pleasing to God.- Growing in godliness is a twofold process. It involves an ever-deepening devotion to God and developing character that is steadily transformed into His likeness.
In The Practice of Godliness, the sequel to the popular book The Pursuit of Holiness, readers will learn how laying an inward foundation of God-centeredness will permit them to build an outward structure of godliness. Character formation will never be the same Discussion guide included.
Synopsis
Over 600,000 copies soldGodliness is more than a character trait. This foundational spiritual quality makes the entire Christian life dynamic, effective, and pleasing to God. But how can you develop a godly character? In this sequel to the popular book The Pursuit of Holiness, renowned author Jerry Bridges helps readers establish the foundation upon which godly character is built.
The Practice of Godliness will open your eyes to see how character formation affects the way you relate to God, to yourself, and to others. Great for Christian growth, and practical at any life stage, this book will encourage you to embrace:
- Devotion to God
- Contentment
- Joy
- Self-Control
- Humility
- Holiness
- And more
Now with an added study guide for personal use or group discussion so you can dive deeper into this staple of Jerry Bridges's classic collection. Your character formation will never be the same
"The writings of Jerry Bridges are a gift to the church. He addresses a relevant topic with the wisdom of a scholar and the heart of a servant." --Max Lucado, pastor and bestselling author