The Way of Discernment Participant's Book: Companions in Christ - Paperback

by Steven V. Doughty (Author), Marjorie J. Thompson (Author)

How do you discover God's guidance for personal and congregational decisions? Explore paths to clarity in The Way of Discernment, a 10-week study for small groups.

Who is this book designed for?

• People yearning to hear the Holy Spirit's guidance
• Individuals looking for direction in vocation or life changes
• Church leaders seeking clarity about their congregation's distinctive mission
• Christians searching for God's will in matters of belief, ethics, and faithful living

Part of the Companions in Christ series, The Way of Discernment offers a biblical, theological, and practical framework for understanding the practice of discernment. Sessions include

• The Beckoning of Discernment
• The Heart of Discernment
• Fruit as Touchstones
• Core Identity as Touchstone
• Growing in the Gift
• In the Hard Places
• Communal Discernment: Beginnings
• Communal Discernment: Going Farther
• Elements of Perpetual Challenge
• The All-Encompassing Audience

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There is an increasing sense of uncertainty in the world. The Way of Discernment offers participants a way to discover God's will in their lives both as individuals and as a community of God. Whether experienced as a simple desire to follow God's way, a deep longing, or a satisfaction when we find a fulfilling path, discernment beckons believers. This 10-week study focuses on the ancient spiritual discipline of discernment for the individual, congregations, or larger bodies of the church. It follows the familiar Companions in Christ format of a weekly reading, daily exercises, and a weekly 2-hour small-group meeting. More of a journey in discernment than a how-to guide, this study for groups gently leads to the prayerful path of a richer, wiser life both for individuals and the larger church. Also available is a Leader's Guide with clear suggestions for the structure of meetings, leadership suggestions, and specific entering and guided prayers.