Short description
Drawing upon practical examples, Richard J. Foster guides the reader in day-to-day ethical decision making, while helping each of us determine "the proper place in Christian life of money, sex and power".
Long description
The Challenge of the Disciplined Life explores the three great ethical themes crucial to people of faith living faithfully. Drawing upon practical examples, Richard J. Foster guides the reader in day-to-day ethical decision making while helping each of us determine the proper place in Christian life of money, sex, and power.
Review
Richard J. Foster gives you a front row seat in the three arenas where Christians still fight the lions . . . . Wrestling with the issues of money, sex, and power, [he] forges a truly Christian response. -- Ralph F. Wilson, Charisma The author's words on how giving can bring authenticity and vitality to a devotional experience are important to hear in this day in which once again there is increased emphasis on spiritul formation and devotional exercises. -- Christian Century Foster leads the reader to a contemporary response influenced by a Christian world view and yet still appropriate for modern society. -- Christian Bookseller Earthly spirituality . . . full of common sense and good advice. -- Christianity Today Book of the Year. -- Eternity