{"product_id":"the-life-youve-always-wanted-spiritual-disciplines-for-ordinary-people-by-john-ortberg-rare-books","title":"The Life You've Always Wanted: Spiritual Disciplines for Ordinary People by John Ortberg [rare books]","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"218\" data-end=\"283\"\u003eBook Summary:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"517\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"31\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe Life You've Always Wanted\u003c\/em\u003e is a practical guide that invites readers to embark on a journey of spiritual transformation through the practice of spiritual disciplines.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eJohn Ortberg emphasizes that true spiritual growth is not about striving harder but about training consistently, much like preparing for a marathon.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHe introduces disciplines such as solitude, service, celebration, and simplicity, illustrating how these practices can lead to a life filled with joy, peace, and a deeper connection with God.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eOrtberg's approach is grounded in the belief that spiritual formation is a process that involves the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—and that transformation begins with a relationship with Jesus Christ.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"517\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zondervan.com\/9780310342076\/the-life-youve-always-wanted\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" alt=\"https:\/\/www.zondervan.com\/9780310342076\/the-life-youve-always-wanted\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[0.5625em] font-medium text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]! transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between absolute\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-full grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eAbout the Author: \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"801\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn Ortberg\u003c\/strong\u003e is an American evangelical Christian author, speaker, and pastor known for his engaging and accessible writing on spiritual formation and discipleship.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHe served as the teaching pastor at Willow Creek Community Church and later as the senior pastor at Menlo Church in California.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eOrtberg has authored several bestselling books, including \u003cem data-start=\"58\" data-end=\"123\"\u003eIf You Want to Walk on Water, You’ve Got to Get Out of the Boat\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"149\"\u003eThe Me I Want to Be\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHis writing is characterized by humor, personal anecdotes, and practical applications of spiritual principles, making complex topics relatable and understandable for readers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45255590609082,"sku":"34I0P5U69-Used","price":59.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/tll.jpg?v=1761066158","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/the-life-youve-always-wanted-spiritual-disciplines-for-ordinary-people-by-john-ortberg-rare-books","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}