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Songs of the Spirit

A Psalm a Day for Lent and Easter
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Songs of the Spirit invites readers into a fresh emotional engagement with the period of Lent through a newly translated collection of Psalms by Rev. Megan Daffern. Rather than focusing solely on the Gospels, this devotional explores the diverse ways in which individuals can connect with God over the 40 days of Lent. Each Psalm is thoughtfully re-rendered to capture the full spectrum of human experienceβ€”from celebration and mourning to simplicity and complexity. Structured across seven weeks, the book thematically moves from worldly troubles and injustice to the beauty of creation, pilgrimage, holiness, and redemption, enriching spiritual reflection and deepening faith.
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This devotional is suitable for a wide range of believersβ€”from those new to faith to seasoned Christians looking to enrich their Lenten experience. Its accessible language and profound insights make it appealing to anyone seeking a meaningful spiritual journey during Lent.

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Fresh and insightful reflections on favourite psalms, designed for daily meditiation from Ash Wednesday to Easter

Want a Lent Devotional with a new approach? This journey through the Psalms is a lyrical and insight approach to themes of Lent.

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Songs of the Spirit gives readers of all kinds a new, emotional response to the period of Lent by holding to its heart the Psalms, rather than sticking firmly within the pages of the Gospels.

Freshly translated by Rev. Megan Daffern herself, these Psalms and readings are an insightful door to appreciate the countless varieties of ways we can respond to God over the course of just 40 days.

Each re-translated Psalm opens up the resonate life in their lines. From celebration to mourning, from simplicity to intricacy, Songs of the Spirit offers a wide range of believers a way to hold the message and truths of Lent close to heart. No matter whether you've never considered faith before, or know the ins-and-outs of faith like rooms of your very own home, there is a rich vein of life to be found in these Psalms.

Moving through the problems of the world during Week 1, to injustice in Week 2, and then exploring the complexity and scope of creation in Week 3, its beauty in Week 4, pilgrimage and its effects in Week 5, and then holiness and redemption in Weeks 6 and 7 - this Lent Devotional renews how you approach the world and its maker.

Emotive and beautiful, Songs of the Spirit nourishes the spirit and opens your eyes to the ceaseless wonders of God in all things. A Lent devotional filled with life.

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Praised by leading scholars, Megan Daffern's work is described as transformative and deeply insightful. Tremper Longman III highlights how the book acts as a "mirror of the soul" leading to a deeper relationship with God. Susan Gillingham regards it as a fresh and practical devotional guide, while John Goldingay commends the author's clear, relatable writing and her ability to connect ancient texts to everyday life.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780281077960

Publisher: SPCK Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 November 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: SPCK Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 286g

Pages: 192

About the Author

Megan I. J. Daffern is Chaplain of Jesus College, Oxford. She also assists in parish ministry as a priest in the diocese of Oxford and lectures in Old Testament at Oxford University.

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