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You are what you love. But you might not love what you think.
In this book, award-winning author James K. A. Smith shows that who and what we worship fundamentally shape our hearts. And while we desire to shape culture, we are not often aware of how culture shapes us. We might not realize the ways our hearts are being taught to love rival gods instead of the One for whom we were made. Smith helps readers recognize the formative power of culture and the transformative possibilities of Christian practices. He explains that worship is the "imagination station" that incubates our loves and longings so that our cultural endeavors are indexed toward God and his kingdom. This is why the church and worshiping in a local community of believers should be the hub and heart of Christian formation and discipleship. Following the publication of his influential work Desiring the Kingdom, Smith received numerous requests from pastors and leaders for a more accessible version of that book’s content. No mere abridgment, this new book draws on years of Smith’s popular presentations on the ideas in Desiring the Kingdom to offer a fresh, bottom-up rearticulation. The author creatively uses film, literature, and music illustrations to engage readers and includes new material on marriage, family, youth ministry, and faith and work. He also suggests individual and communal practices for shaping the Christian life.
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Are you aware of the powerful influence that culture has on your heart? It's time to take control and shape your loves and longings towards the One who created you. Introducing "You Are What You Love: The Spiritual Power of Habit" by acclaimed author James K. A. Smith. Winner of the Martin Institute and Dallas Willard Center Book Award and praised by Christianity Today, this book will revolutionize your understanding of worship and Christian formation.
Smith reveals the connection between our worship and our hearts, showing us how culture shapes us in ways we may not even realize. Discover how your cultural endeavors can be redirected towards God and His kingdom through the transformative possibilities of Christian practices. The author skillfully incorporates film, literature, and music illustrations to engage and captivate readers, making the journey towards shaping your Christian life an immersive and enjoyable experience.
This is not just another book on theology; it's a practical guide for daily spiritual growth. Smith provides individual and communal practices that will shape and mold your heart, leading you closer to God. Whether you're a pastor, leader, or someone seeking to deepen their faith, "You Are What You Love" is the resource you've been waiting for.
Don't miss out on this life-changing opportunity to transform your worship and allow God to shape your heart. Take the first step towards a more intentional and vibrant Christian life today. Read "You Are What You Love: The Spiritual Power of Habit" and unlock the transformative possibilities of worship. Get your copy now.
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