Learning to Be Loved
The Everyday Believer's Guide to a Rich Relationship with God
- Christian Living
- Publisher: Zondervan
- Published: 2024
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Publisher's Description
Are you feeling spiritually stuck? Release that frustration and discover a more natural way to relate to God in this biblically grounded, transformative book about how our passionate and creative God offers us gateways--that are already in our lives--to draw us closer to him. What if intimacy with God doesn't begin with us knocking at God's door but with God knocking down ours? In Learning to Be Loved, author and Spoken Gospel CEO David Bowden and Hobby Lobby's Mart Green remind us that spiritual growth starts not with our giving but with our receiving. This unique and freeing invitation to respond to God's initiative explores: Common misconceptions that can hold back our spiritual growth Practical "doors"--such as dreams, wounds, and generosity--that are already in your life as ways for you to organically connect with God according to how he has made you A vision of the Christian life that isn't about doing the right things but learning how receiving God's love moves us toward the right things Practices to help you partner with God in living your own spiritual story rather than always comparing yourself to other people Combining David's careful study and poetic voice with Mart's decades of wisdom about the simplicity of a life lived toward God, Learning to Be Loved unites biblical rigor and personal experience to show that intimacy with God isn't based on our ability to connect with him--but on all the ways he is constantly connecting with us.
Endorsements (9)
“We all know what it’s like to be spiritually dry or stuck in a rut. Thankfully, Mart Green and David Bowden have written a life-changing book called Learning to Be Loved. This book is a compelling invitation to come to God with honesty and vulnerability, where he meets us and builds our faith and intimacy with him. Each chapter offers valuable spiritual insights and practical steps to overcome burnout, guiding us to a deeper, more authentic relationship with God. Highly recommended!”
“Discovering that God not only loves but also likes me changed my life. In Learning to Be Loved, David and Mart guide us from head knowledge to a heart-transforming experience of God’s love.”
“God is always pursuing us, seeking to bless us with his love; all we need to do is receive it. What a gift!”
“Most Christians know God loves them, but if they were honest, they’d admit that this knowledge lives in their heads, not their hearts. They’ve memorized Scriptures that affirm how deeply God loves them, but a nagging sense of emptiness makes them doubt it’s true. If this is you, Learning to Be Loved is the answer you have been waiting on. This book is to the heart what a sip of lemonade on a blistering hot day is to the body: a refreshing for the soul.”
“Most of us struggle to believe in the depths of our hearts that we are truly seen, known, and loved by God. In Learning to Be Loved, David and Mart have given us an inspiring, honest, and practical guide to developing intimacy with God so we can flourish in life.”
“No one is more qualified to write about intimacy with God than Mart Green. We’re so excited that what we’ve learned from him privately will be shared with you in this extraordinary book.”
“ways God is already present in our lives and receiving his love. Inviting and inspiring, Learning to Be Loved will open the eyes of your heart to God’s presence in your life.”
“If we truly accepted the unfathomable depth of God’s love for us—and then lived out of that love—how would it change us? I believe it would transform us in profound ways, and it would empower us to share that love with others. In Learning to Be Loved, David Bowden and Mart Green guide us through the biblical truths and spiritual disciplines that can help us finally and fully embrace the divine love our heavenly Father freely holds out to us.”
“Thank you for teaching me Jesus’ love by ferociously and steadfastly loving me every day.”
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