This book looks at Christian spiritual practices with a view to understanding how they deepen the experience of grace. It discusses the very real changes brought about through prayer and contemplation, and how these changes can continue when emerging, ready or not, into the world. The author begins with the metaphor of the children's game of hide-and-seek, and then discuss grace as the bedrock of Christian spiritual life. Included is a method that readers can practice daily, as well as specific chapters on grace, self-control, hope, community, and holiness. One idea expressed throughout is the use of St. Paul's fruit of the spirit, as listed in Galatians, to measure spiritual progress. Growth in terms of love, joy, peace, kindness, faithfulness, and self-control are really what Christian living, and Christian spiritual practice, are all about. This book will help the many who are looking for information on basic practical spirituality and grace, and how to overcome the unspiritual elements of society. It also includes an annotated bibliography of resources for further study and growth. +
