Emotionally Healthy Spirituality: It's Impossible to Be Spiritually Mature, While Remaining Emotionally Immature
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A road map for discipleship with Jesus that is powerfully transformative.
Peter Scazzero learned the hard way: you can't be spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature. Even though he was the pastor of a growing church, he did what most people do--avoid conflict in the name of Christianity; ignore his anger, sadness, and fear; use God to run from God; and live without boundaries.
Eventually God awakened him to a biblical integration of emotional health and the spiritual practice of slowing down and quieting your life for to experience a firsthand relationship with Jesus. It created nothing short of a spiritual revolution in Scazzero, in his church, and now in thousands of other churches.
In this updated edition, Scazzero shares new stories and principles as he outlines his journey and the signs of emotionally unhealthy spirituality. Then he provides seven biblical, reality-tested steps to become emotionally mature:
- Become your authentic self
- Break the power of the past
- Let go of power and control
- Surrender to your limits
- Stop to breathe by practicing rest and Sabbath
- Learn new skills to love well
- Love Christ above all else
Plus, check out the full line of Emotionally Healthy Spirituality books dedicated to many different key areas of life. Workbooks, study guides, curriculum, and Spanish editions are also available.
In his groundbreaking book, "Emotionally Healthy Spirituality," Peter Scazzero delves into the profound connection between our emotional well-being and our spiritual growth. He challenges the notion that spiritual maturity can be achieved while neglecting our emotional health, arguing that emotional immaturity hinders our ability to connect with God and others authentically.
Scazzero emphasizes that emotional health is not simply about feeling good or avoiding negative emotions. Rather, it is about developing the capacity to process our emotions constructively, understand their roots, and respond to them in a healthy manner. He identifies four key areas of emotional health that are essential for spiritual growth: self-awareness, self-acceptance, intimacy, and boundaries.
Through personal stories, biblical insights, and practical exercises, Scazzero guides readers on a journey of self-discovery and transformation. He challenges us to confront our emotional wounds, embrace our true selves, and cultivate healthy relationships with God, ourselves, and others. As we address our emotional struggles, we can experience a deeper sense of connection with God, live more authentically, and make a positive impact on the world.
"Emotionally Healthy Spirituality" is a must-read for anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual journey and cultivate a more fulfilling and balanced life. Scazzero's wisdom and insights offer a transformative roadmap for those seeking to integrate their emotions and spirituality, leading to a more authentic and meaningful relationship with God and others.
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