God of intimacy and action, The
Book Description
In a world where spiritual seekers often feel torn between inner contemplation and outward service, this thoughtful exploration reveals how these two paths can beautifully converge. Tony Campolo, a respected voice in faith and social action, collaborates with spiritual director Mary Albert Darling to demonstrate that deep personal connection with the divine naturally flows into compassionate engagement with the world.
Rather than viewing prayer and activism as competing priorities, the authors illuminate how contemplative practices actually strengthen our capacity to serve others with greater authenticity and purpose. They draw wisdom from historical figures who embodied this integrated approach, including St. Francis of Assisi, whose mystical experiences fueled his radical care for the poor, and Ignatius of Loyola, who found God both in solitude and in service to marginalized communities.
This book offers practical guidance for readers seeking to cultivate both spiritual depth and meaningful action. The authors show how intimate communion with God becomes the wellspring for sharing hope with others and working toward justice for those who suffer oppression and poverty. Through their combined expertise in activism and spiritual direction, Campolo and Darling present a compelling vision of faith that embraces both the contemplative and active dimensions of spiritual life, demonstrating that true spiritual maturity encompasses both receiving divine love and extending it to a hurting world.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~6 hours)
📄 Length: 229 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore God, knowableness
- ✓ Accelerate your spiritual development
- ✓ Explore Spiritual life
- ✓ Explore Christianity - General
- ✓ Explore Religion - Christian Life
- ✓ Explore Christianity
- ✓ Master your thought patterns
- ✓ Explore Religion
