Our podcast producer, Joel Wentz, recently overviewed a new book released by Englewood Press, The Shape of Our Lives, for his YouTube channel. Check out his video below…
Philip D. Kenneson, Debra Dean Murphy, Jenny C. Williams, Stephen E. Fowl, James W. Lewis
Paperback: Englewood Press, 2024
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Book Description:
Desire. Conviction. Character. Story. Practice. Institution.
The Shape of Our Lives digs into how these six factors—often operating beneath our consciousness—profoundly affect our spiritual formation, both as individuals and congregations.
As Christians across America grapple with the value and purpose of church, this accessible volume provides a roadmap for exploring what motivates and forms us. The Shape of Our Lives equips readers to look beneath the surface, understanding the forces impacting our formation. The book lays a theological and practical foundation for congregations and communities to be transformed more into the image of Christ.
How does a community of people—with their different and sometimes competing values—grow together? How can congregations make room for God’s spirit to be at work?
The Shape of Our Lives will give you and your Christian community the language to renew these conversations and embark on the journey of congregational formation.
“In these times of disillusionment with church, there could not be a more timely book. “ —David Fitch, Lindner Chair of Evangelical Theology at Northern Seminary
*** Watch Joel’s video:
Joel Wentz
Joel Wentz is currently the Executive Pastor at Missio Dei Church in Portland, Maine. He previously served in college campus ministry with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. In addition to reading and writing, his passions include tabletop gaming, music, and coffee. His favorite book genres are epic fantasy and epic theology. He lives in Portland, Maine with his wife and son, and his personal writing and podcast are at: joelwentz.com
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