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Richard J. Foster’s Celebration of Discipline: The Path to Spiritual Growth is hailed by many as the best modern book on Christian spirituality with millions of copies sold since its original publication in 1978.
In Celebration of Discipline, Foster explores the "classic Disciplines," or central spiritual practices, of the Christian faith to show how each of these areas contribute to a balanced spiritual life.
Foster, the bestselling author of several books (Prayer and Streams of Living Water) and intrachurch movement founder of Renovaré, helps motivate Christians everywhere to embark on a journey of prayer and spiritual growth.
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"I have read and reread this book many times. I think it is a great resource for the practicals of how to practice spiritual disciplines. I don't agree with all of Foster's teaching and theology, but I have found the book tremendously helpful in my walk with Christ. "
— Becca (4 out of 5 stars)
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“If everybody in the country could read—and heed—this book, what a difference it would make to the planet.”
— Madeleine L’Engle -
“Foster has challenged us to see Christian faith…as a life of spiritual transformation.”
— Brian D, Mclaren, author of A New Kind of Christian -
“Foster has taught me more about prayer and living faithfully than just about any other living author.”
— Lauren Winner, author of Girl Meets God -
“Richard Foster has given us a rare gift…The celebration of each discipline in this book hands us a tool that can be useful in helping us to integrate our inner and outer lives.”
— Macrina Wiederkehr, OSB, author of A Tree Full of Angels -
“This seminal work on the practice of spiritual disciplines is never outdated.”
— Revelent magazine -
“The best modern book on Christian spirituality…No other book apart from the Bible has been so helpful to me in the nurturing of my inward journey of prayer and spiritual growth.”
— Ronald J. Sider, executive director, Evangelicals for Social Action
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A Christian Book Award winner
Celebration of Discipline Listener Reviews
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" Incredible! Convicting. Encouraging. A book I think everyone should read (and should take time reading it... don't want to rush through the lessons it teaches.) "
— Caroline, 2/19/2014 -
" Every time I pick this book up, I learn something new. No complex, get holy quick schemes, just simple spiritual disciplines. "
— Smoore2, 2/16/2014 -
" The classic textbook on spiritual practices. Very challenging to actually practice...but a good, insightful book. "
— Debra, 2/13/2014 -
" Our small group is reading this book and if you want to get rocked and get serious about walking with Jesus. I highly reccommend digging in! "
— Helen, 2/10/2014 -
" BLECH! Who likes celebrating discipline.... "
— Sara, 2/1/2014 -
" One of the most inspiring and practical books on Christian living. I think I need to reread! "
— Leslie, 1/28/2014 -
" This was a college read, which was a time of great spiritual contemplation for me. Today- not so much. "
— Mell, 1/22/2014 -
" a really challenging but encouraging look at growing spiritually. "
— Jane, 1/21/2014 -
" this book is to be read again and again and then applied again and again. read this one BEFORE you read THE CHALLENGE OF A DISCIPLINED LIFE. "
— Brian, 1/19/2014 -
" A remarkable classic - probably the highest ratio of insights and helpfulness per page of any devotional I know. Worth reading every year to keep the ideas fresh. "
— Anne, 1/19/2014 -
" Despite mad cheesiness, this book actually has some really good things to say, especially for the spiritually lazy. "
— Amanda, 1/17/2014 -
" i find myself coming back to this book a lot. richard foster does a good job explaining the necessity and process of applying spiritual discipline to your life. "
— Shaun, 12/26/2013 -
" a classic i go back to in my mind - spiritual disciplines are all about creating space to meet with the grace of God in our lives "
— Mary, 12/15/2013 -
" This book strengthened and stretched me in ways that I am still trying to figure out a few years later. Amazing. "
— Chris, 12/12/2013 -
" This book has a prominent place on my bookshelf. It has been a seasonal read for me. There have been seasons in my life when Foster's words have reoriented me by reminding me of the rhythm of spiritual disciplines. "
— Scottk, 11/1/2013 -
" A great Christian teaching book. "
— Rachel, 10/23/2013 -
" A book on the spiritual disciplines. "
— Amy, 8/27/2013 -
" A bit legalistic for my taste. "
— Josh, 2/4/2013 -
" Love, love, love this book. If you only read one non-fiction book this year, this is the one! Eye-opening, motivational, scriptural, awesome! "
— Kathy, 9/11/2012 -
" Easily one of the most influential books for my spiritual life and growth. "
— Kristi, 7/19/2012 -
" This book was hard to read - I read it three times before everything made sense. It is a great book, full of insight. "
— Tamara, 12/9/2011 -
" One of my favorite books! A keeper! Richard Foster guides you in seeking a richer spiritual life and deeper understanding of God. "
— Cindy, 11/29/2011 -
" a must read for any Christian interested in spiritual formation "
— Colyn, 11/9/2011 -
" I was really mixed with this one. There were some good things, but many things I disagreed with and that came across as "mystical". "
— Annie, 7/17/2011 -
" I can't remember if I read this entire book, but I remember really liking it. It is the book that introduced me to the idea of fasting (I didn't know people still did that!). It is much recommended. "
— Bethany, 7/16/2011 -
" A bit legalistic for my taste. "
— Josh, 5/23/2011 -
" Classic twentieth-century guide to a deeper inner life and joy. As the title implies, discipline is not negative but positive. Foster explores twelve approaches to inner, outer and corporate discipline. "
— Ron, 5/22/2011 -
" Life changing perspective and Biblical teaching "
— Denise, 3/7/2011 -
" A mixed bag. It had some great stuff. But there was a lot about the book that I disliked. Sometimes the things he says just come across as pretentious in my opinion. I read it because so many people speak highly of it, but I came away thinking that the hype for this book is not justified. "
— Drew, 3/6/2011 -
" Prefer the 1978 original edition... "
— MT, 2/7/2011 -
" Requires reading again and again as your life changes. "
— Pam, 2/6/2011 -
" Foster explains the why and how-to of Christian disciplines like prayer, study and memorization. This is not just a book to read, it is a book to DO. "
— Mary, 1/25/2011 -
" Simply put- if you have not read this-you should. "
— Sean-david, 1/10/2011 -
" Very good. I am re-reading it this year. :) "
— Katrina, 1/10/2011 -
" Reading slowly. It's making me think. "
— Anna, 12/28/2010 -
" A classic on the explanation and practice of more traditional disciplines. "
— Tim, 12/28/2010 -
" Classic text on spiritual formation and disciplines. "
— Luke, 12/25/2010 -
" classic book on Christian spiritual formation. I love Richard Foster and give thanks for him! "
— doug, 12/25/2010
About Richard J. Foster
Richard J. Foster, a Quaker, is the executive director of the Milton Center and professor of theology and writer in residence at Friends University. He is the author of Freedom of Simplicity and The Challenge of the Disciplined Life, as well as study guides to both books. He lives in Wichita, Kansas with his wife, Carolynn, and two children, Joel and Nathan.
About Richard Rohan
Richard Rohan is a stage, film, and voice-over actor who has narrated hundreds of audiobooks over the last decade, in every genre. He is particularly proud of his work as director and performer on the acclaimed Space Fantasy audio drama series Deathstalker.