Theological schools are well situated to create intentional cultures for the purpose of spiritual formation. Indeed, most schools of theology have this goal as an essential part of their mission as well as a requirement for continued accreditation. And yet, the measurement of spiritual formation over time is fraught with challenges. This article seeks to…
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Journal of Spiritual Formation and Soul Care is a peer-reviewed journal published by SAGE, covering Religion, Society, and Development, Biblical Studies and Interpretation, Christian Theology and Mission.
| Publisher | SAGE |
|---|---|
| Reference style | Author–year (Harvard) Author–year — (Smith, 2023) in the text Smith, A., Jones, B. and Lee, C. (2023) 'A representative article title', Journal of Spiritual Formation and Soul Care, 12(3), pp. 45–58.
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| Publishes research in | Religion, Society, and Development Biblical Studies and Interpretation Christian Theology and Mission Religion, Spirituality, and Psychology Pentecostalism and Christianity Studies |
| ISSN | 1939-7909 |
| Citation impact (2-yr) | 0.16 |
| h-index | 11 |
| i10-index | 16 |
| Total citations | 708 |
| Top institutions publishing here | Biola University |
| Journal website | journals.sagepub.com |
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We extend a relational model of spirituality and transformation based on Shuts’ and Sandage's previous interdisciplinary work in Transforming Spirituality. Spirituality is conceptualized based on a relational framework, and transformation is understood as emerging through an intensification of relational anxiety. Spiritual maturity is related to differentiation of self, based on theology and social science. The…
Jesus taught we always live out what is in our heart. Our life is primarily directed by the deeply submerged core beliefs, which may often be very different from what we say we value or believe. One key component of inner formation is changing our core beliefs, with God's grace, and thus reducing the willing-doing…
Restricted accessAbstractFirst published online May 31, 2023Relational Spirituality: A Psychological-Theological Paradigm for TransformationTodd W. Hall, Andrea Gurney, […], Matthew LaPine, Angela Carpenter, and Brad Strawn+2-2View all authors and affiliationsVolume 16, Issue 1https://doi.org/10.1177/19397909231173907
This article offers an overview of three main themes in biblical theology that form the basis for sound Christian spiritual formation. These three themes have foundations in the Old Testament and run through into the New Testament for the Christian life. First there is the work of the Holy Spirit in the human spirit, occupying,…