Tired of Do-list Christianity?

by Morton, Scott

• ISBN13: 9781576837962
• ISBN10: 1576837963
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-06-05
• Publisher: Navpress Pub Group

Summary

You want to grow spiritually, but you feel stuck. Despite years of church attendance and Bible study, you still struggle with being a joyful believer and wonder if you are becoming more Christlike. And when someone tells you to "be more committed," well, it just doesn't help. Join Scott Morton as he helps you examine crippling misconceptions and self-defeating attitudes about walking with God, and you'll be empowered to reach for new authenticity in the Christian life in 10 key areas, including spiritual disciplines, family relationships, legalism, temptation, emotional struggles, character, and much more.

Author Biography

Scott Morton has worked with The Navigators since 1970 in field discipling ministry and has been Vice President of Development since 1997. A frequent speaker and seminar leader and the author of two books, he also writes frequently for Discipleship Journal.

Table of Contents

Introduction: Airport Road Doesn't Lead to the Airport	7	(6)
PART ONE: Misconceptions About Spiritual Disciplines
1. Having a Belief System Is Enough	13	(4)
2. Daily Quiet Time—Daily Blessing	17	(4)
3. To Be Transformed, Focus on Behavior Modification	21	(5)
4. Spiritual Disciplines: Work, Work, Work	26	(5)
5. Growing in Prayer: I've Already Tried	31	(6)
PART TWO: Misconceptions About Temptation
6. Once You've Dealt with a Particular Sin, It's Gone Forever	37	(4)
7. Growing Christians Focus on Sinning Less	41	(4)
8. Confessing the Visible Sin Resolves It	45	(4)
9. Ogling Women Is a "Guy Thing"—It Can't Be Helped	49	(4)
10. You'll Always Be a People-Pleaser	53	(6)
PART THREE: Misconceptions About Personal Ministry
11. Only Your Spiritual Service Makes a Difference in the World	59	(4)
12. To Spread the Gospel, You Must Be Eloquent	63	(4)
13. Sharing Your Faith Will Always Be an Awkward "Have-to"	67	(4)
14. Avoid Worldliness—Stay in the Holy Huddle	71	(6)
PART FOUR: Misconceptions About Emotional Health
15. Committed Christians Don't Get Discouraged	77	(4)
16. Fear Is Only for Wimpy Christians	81	(4)
17. Everyone Worries Sometimes—What's the Big Deal?	85	(5)
18. Harboring a Little Resentment Can't Hurt	90	(4)
19. Your Self-Esteem Is Determined by Others	94	(7)
PART FIVE: Misconceptions About Your Schedule
20. Sure, You're Busy—It's Unavoidable	101	(4)
21. You Need to Be Available 24/7	105	(6)
PART SIX: Misconceptions About Relationships
22. You Can't Help But Be a Little Judgmental	111	(4)
23. If It Blesses You, It Will Bless Others	115	(4)
24. Leadership Is Primarily Talking	119	(3)
25. Always Have An Agenda	122	(5)
PART SEVEN: Misconceptions About Family Expectations
26. Good Parents Never Resent Their Children	127	(4)
27. Falling Out of Love? It's Over	131	(5)
28. Great Parenting Guarantees Great Kids	136	(7)
PART EIGHT: Misconceptions About Your Body
29. You Are What You Look Like	143	(3)
30. Denial Is the Best Way to Handle Aging	146	(4)
31. No Heaven-Bound Person Should Be Afraid of Dying	150	(5)
PART NINE: Misconceptions About Generally Accepted Rules
32. Tithing Is the Standard	155	(4)
33. Skipping Church Is No Big Deal	159	(4)
34. God Expects 110 Percent	163	(4)
35. God's Will Is Tough to Figure Out	167	(6)
PART TEN: Misconceptions About Integrity Issues
36. Your Outer Life Dictates Your Character	173	(4)
37. Financial Decisions Are Not Spiritual Decisions	177	(3)
38. If It Seems Right, It Can't Be Wrong	180	(4)
Conclusion: Spiritual Growth Starts with Your Thinking	184	(2)
Notes	186	(3)
About the Author	189

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