Becoming Adult, Becoming Christian

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Adult Development and Christian Faith

By James W. Fowler

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In Becoming Adult, Becoming Christian, James W. Fowler applies his renowned research on faith development to Christianity, blending psychology, theology, and ethics. This updated edition examines how shared faith communities nurture individual spiritual growth and selfhood. Fowler explores the concept of vocation as a divine purpose, urging readers to reclaim covenant and vocation as core to mature Christian identity and responsible living.
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Suited for students of theology, clergy, religious educators, and those interested in spiritual development and Christian vocation.

In this updated reissue of his 1984 classic, James Fowler applies his groundbreaking research on the development of faith to Christianity. In his revised first chapter Fowler locates his approach to the study of human and faith development in relation to the contemporary conversation about identity and selfhood in postmodernity.

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Explore Yourself-in Spirit and Faith. In this updated reissue of his 1984 classic, James Fowler—author of the bestselling Stages of Faith—applies his groundbreaking research on the development of faith to Christianity. Grounded in developmental psychology, theology, and practical ethics, Becoming Adult, Becoming Christian shows how communities of shared beliefs can support and nurture individuals as they shape themselves, and are shaped, in spirit and faith.

In his revised first chapter Fowler locates his approach to the study of human and faith development in relation to the contemporary conversation about identity and selfhood in postmodernity. Fowler invites readers to explore what it means to find and claim vocation: a purpose for one's life that is part of the purposes of God. Reclaiming covenant and vocation as ideals for responsible, mature, Christian selfhood, Fowler shows how a dynamic understanding of what vocation involves can both inform and transform lives.

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Praised by scholars, this work is called "a gift to us and an invaluable resource" for integrating faith development with Christian covenant and vocation (Thomas H. Groome). It offers scientifically informed insights into spiritual growth, valued by experts in human development and pastoral care. Ideal for ministers and religious educators, it provides practical guidance rooted in solid research (Barbara J. Fleischer).

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780787951344

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 December 1999

Country: United States

Imprint: Jossey-Bass Inc.,U.S.

Audience: General / adult, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 226.0mm

Weight: 218g

Pages: 144

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James W. Fowler Non-Fiction Religion & Spirituality

About the Author

JAMES W. FOWLER is Charles Howard Candler professor of theology and human development and director of Emory University's Center for Ethics in Public Policy and the Professions.