Books
The Dark Night: A Gift of God
My book, The Dark Night: A Gift of God, is available from Herald Press. (Click on the image to order.) Many Christians enter a dark night at some point during their life—but few of them have heard about the dark night, much less understand what God is trying to accomplish in this unique, life-giving experience. With plenty of stories and practical tips, this book offers clear and provocative insights on the sense of dryness in our spiritual lives, our inability to pray in familiar ways, and our passionate desire for God.
Unlike other works that confine the dark night to our inner life of prayer, this book not only roots the experience of the dark night in scripture, but also explores how the dark night can express itself in our vocation, in marriage and family life, and in the life of entire groups such as congregations.
The book connects the dark night with Christian discipleship and with God’s mission of creating shalom. Because they strengthen our faith, deepen our friendship with God, and propel us into countercultural mission, the dark night, with its resulting growth in contemplation, are gifts from God.
Prayer Practices for Terrifically Busy People
You can do each of the prayer practices in this book in fifteen minutes or less, sometimes while you’re doing other things. From intriguing practices such as bathing and fiddling (but not with a fiddle), to treasured classics such as the Jesus Prayer and meditating with art, you'll find something in this book to broaden your life with God. Included are ways to pray through your senses, body, actions, and mind.
To order your copy, click on the image. It’s available either in paperback or as a PDF file.
