Everything that grows, whether in the natural realm or in the spirit realm, follows the same repeated cycle – a continuum of growth that Jesus described in one of His metaphorical pictures of the kingdom of God. Here we define the kingdom of God as, “the ever increasing influence of the life and peace of Christ in and through us.”
Rhythms of the human heart, whether physical or spiritual are best when they are settled and regular. This introductory work on integrated spiritual formation presents a simple way to allow your heart to fall into a peaceful rhythm that can be found in your daily living. Here the author presents principles that allow the reader to cultivate their own unique approach to growing in Christ through movements of resting, awakening, growing, and reproducing.
This book may be used for growth by individuals or small life transformation groups. Read and find your own heart’s rhythm leading to growth in the heart and character of Jesus Christ.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Chapter 1: Heart Rhythms of Resting
Chapter 2: Heart Rhythms of Awakening
Chapter 3: Heart Rhythms of Growing
Chapter 4: Heart Rhythms of Reproducing
Chapter 5: Principles of the Heart Rhythm
Spiritual Maturity Survey
About the Ministry
Other Resources
About the Author:
Thom Gardner is married with 3 children and 8 grandchildren. He has taught introductions to biblical languages and other courses at the seminary level and is an adjunct professor of pastoral care and counseling and spiritual formation at Winebrenner Theological Seminary in Scotland, PA. He is also in the D.Min. program at Winebrenner Theological Seminary in Findlay, Ohio. Thom is the cofounder of Restored Life Ministries, Inc., traveling internationally teaching and ministering in the area of spiritual wholeness and growth. He also serves as Senior Pastor at Penbrook Church of God in Harrisburg, PA.
