Gordon T. Smith est un théologien et éducateur respecté dont l'œuvre explore les aspects profonds de la vie spirituelle et de l'appel. Par son écriture, il offre aux lecteurs des explorations perspicaces des questions théologiques et de l'application pratique de la foi dans la vie quotidienne. Ses écrits sont appréciés pour leur profondeur, leur clarté et leur capacité à inspirer une croissance spirituelle plus profonde et la compréhension de sa propre vocation. L'expertise de Smith en théologie systématique et spirituelle fournit une base solide à son travail captivant et enrichissant.
What does it mean to provide leadership for the church in an increasingly secular context? Analyzing the phenomenon of secularization in the West and charting common Christian responses, this indispensable resource from Gordon Smith discusses the competencies and capacities essential for cultivating distinctively Christian leadership today.
What if we allowed our prayers to inform our lives? What would our lives be like if prayer altered our living and began to shape our daily experiences? Gordon Smith invites us to learn three movements of prayer—thanksgiving, confession, and discernment. Whether you are a beginner in the life of prayer or further along, this small book is a resource for deepening your prayer practice.
The book details the Falklands War of 1982, covering the Argentine occupation of South Georgia and the Falklands Islands, the British Task Force's assembly and dispatch, and the subsequent reconquest of the islands. It features 48 maps and 51 photographs, providing a visual representation of the conflict. Additionally, the appendices include comprehensive lists of British ships and aircraft, Argentine aircraft losses, and British gallantry awards, offering an in-depth look at the military operations and honors during the war.
Theologies of justification are too numerous to count. In this book, Gordon Smith synthesizes a lifetime of writing on calling, conversion, discernment and spiritual formation in a comprehensive and compelling theology of sanctification. Smith presents holiness in its christological, sapiential, vocational, social and emotional dimensions.
The world's most popular medium answers your spiritual questions.
Jesus takes it for granted that we will hear his voice. But how do we hear it? How do we separate it out from the cacophony of other voices we hear everyday, including those of our own desires? Is our experience of Jesus' voice something purely subjective, or is it something we can talk about with others and have them confirm? Building on the rich spiritual tradition that spans the diversity of history and theology from Ignatius Loyola to John Wesley to Jonathan Edwards, Gordon Smith opens our ears and hearts to the depths of the inner witness of the Spirit. By learning to attend to the Spirit, Smith urges us, we will learn to hear and heed the voice of Jesus in everyday life. Written with warmth and wisdom, this book speaks to the mind and heart of every Christian who longs for a closer, more intimate walk with Jesus.
Exploring the connection between the living and the afterlife, this book highlights Gordon Smith's ability to convey messages from both human loved ones and beloved pets. It emphasizes the enduring bond we share with animals, revealing how they, too, can communicate from beyond. Through heartfelt stories and insights, readers are invited to understand the continued presence of their furry companions in their lives after death.
Tells you how to: recognize psychic abilities in children and remember your own psychic childhood experiences; understand the difference between psychic awareness and tuning in to the spirit world; develop your ability to hear messages from spirit; and, learn the difference between your imagination and a true message.
Gordon Smith possesses remarkable mediumship abilities, showcasing his talents globally. He is frequently invited to demonstrate his skills and is a regular feature on television, captivating audiences with his insights and connections to the spiritual realm.
All Christians yearn to live at the center of God's will. But how to discern his will is an art that eludes many of us. And the advice we get often conflicts. Some tell us to look for a divine "blueprint"-the one perfect plan for our lives that we need to find. We are encouraged to search the Scriptures and hunt for signs, trying to uncover the map of our lives that God has drawn. Others have rejected the blueprint school of guidance for the "wisdom school." With minds renewed by the teaching of Scripture, we are to develop the wisdom necessary to make wise choices. We are told not to expect that there is just one answer to God's will for every decision we face. Several may be possible. The difficulty with both approaches, writes Gordon Smith, is that they minimize the presence and voice of God in times of choice. Instead, he argues for a third way. He suggests that we develop discernment as a spiritual discipline. By stressing the personal aspects of growing in our relationship with God, we can understand his will, not just in times of crisis but throughout our daily lives. This book provides no magic formulas, no recipes for guaranteed success-just a lot of insight, gleaned from centuries of lived Christian experience, that will guide and encourage you in the art of discerning God's will.