I’ve had many people ask what types of books that I’ve been reading for Selah, so I thought I’d share my Selah book pile today! I have not actually finished most of the books on the list, as we read by subject over the course of the two-year certificate program. But I will add any notes or recommendations where I can!
Spiritual Disciplines Handbook: Practices That Transform Us - I highly recommend this book for anyone who wants to grow in intimacy with God. It is basically just a list of all different Spiritual Disciplines, with explanations of how to do them (spiritual direction being one of many)! I find it fascinating and have kept it on hand ever since I read through the introduction.
The Essential Writings of Christian Mysticism - I have only read the introduction to this so far, but I’m excited to keep going with it!
The Deeply Formed Life: Five Transformative Values to Root Us in the Way of Jesus - Another one that I highly recommend for anyone who calls themselves a Christian. I have followed this author/pastor on Instagram for several years and find him to be very insightful.
Holy Listening: The Art of Spiritual Direction - I finished this book and chapter one was absolutely my favorite, though the whole book was helpful in defining spiritual direction for me.
Holy Invitations: Exploring Spiritual Direction - This is the book that I found most helpful in explaining what exactly spiritual direction is! If you are confused about the topic, you might find this one helpful.
The Deeper Journey: The Spirituality of Discovering Your True Self - This is another where I have only read chapter one, but already am anxious to continue.
Care of Mind/Care of Spirit: A Psychiatrist Explores Spiritual Direction - This one I found very scientific. If that is how your mind works, this might be a good read for you in examining spiritual direction.
The Critical Journey, Stages in the Life of Faith - I have only read the introduction to this one so far, but it was very interesting and I’m looking forward to reading more!
Beginning to Pray - I have only just started this one, but find it very thought-provoking as a way to deepen my prayer life.
Not Pictured, but read and highly recommend:
Be the Bridge: Pursuing God's Heart for Racial Reconciliation
Article by Steve L. Porter “Sanctification in a New Key: Relieving Evangelical Anxieties Over Spiritual Formation”