The Good and Beautiful God

Many of us hold beliefs about God that shape our lives, such as "God wants me to try harder" or "God punishes me when I'm bad." While some of these thoughts may be true, many are not. James Bryan Smith asserts that our perceptions of God are crucial to our identity and how we live. He emphasizes that understanding God is the foundation for spiritual transformation. By exploring the Gospels, Smith encourages readers to evaluate their beliefs against the truths revealed by Jesus. He guides you through a spiritual formation process that includes practical activities designed to embody these new insights in your mind, body, and soul. Each chapter offers opportunities for soul training through spiritual practices that reinforce biblical messages. To foster community and deeper understanding, small group discussion questions accompany each chapter, and additional resources are available for those leading apprentice groups at the Apprentice website. This insightful and transformative work invites you to discover the narratives Jesus lived by, deepening your relationship with God and enhancing your spiritual growth through meaningful exercises.