Hansen, Gary Neal
Kneeling with Giants
- ISBN 13:
- 9780830835621
- author:
- Hansen, Gary Neal
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- IVP USA
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 238
- Dimensions:
- 21 x 14.2 x 1.8 cm
- Genre:
- Religion & Spirituality, Spirituality, Prayer,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Kneeling with Giants: Learning to Pray with History's Best Teachers by Gary Neal Hansen Explore the rich tradition of Christian prayer through the lives and practices of six spiritual giants. This guide invites you to discover how these historical figures uniquely connected with God through prayer, offering a range of methods to refresh and renew your own practice. From the divine office to meditation on the Psalms, each chapter provides an opportunity to learn from the experiences of St. Benedict, Martin Luther, John Calvin, St. Ignatius, Teresa of Ávila and Andrew Murray. By journeying into church history, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how prayer has been shaped over time and find new ways to enliven your daily prayer life. Through this book, you'll discover how the prayers and practices of these spiritual giants can be applied to your own life, helping you to deepen your relationship with God and find greater peace and guidance.