The Mindful Christian - by Irene Kraegel (Paperback)

About the Book

The Mindful Christian offers an overview of mindfulness practice through the lens of faith, showing how the ancient healing practice of mindfulness can help us live more joyfully and wholeheartedly. It also includes easy-to-do practices, leaving us more compassionate, joyful, content, and at peace with ourselves--and with God. Now in paperback.

Book Synopsis

An uncluttered mind increases one's capacity to draw close to and hear God.

Mindfulness can help you live more joyfully and wholeheartedly in the world God created. The Mindful Christian provides readers with an overview of mindfulness practice through the lens of faith, showing how the ancient healing practice of mindfulness can help them live more joyfully and wholeheartedly. For Christians who are experiencing emotional pain, spiritual lethargy, or feelings of disconnection--or for Christians who are simply curious about how mindfulness can fit with their lives and their faith--this book will help them learn about and engage mindfulness practices in ways that leave them more compassionate, joyful, content, and at peace with themselves--and with God. The book offers easy-to-do mindfulness practices that will impact daily activities and relationships--empowering readers with the benefits of mindfulness for their emotional, spiritual, and relational health within the Christian life.

Review Quotes

Mark Williams, PhD, Emeritus Professor of Clinical Psychology, University of Oxford; Honorary Canon, Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford; Co-author of Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World --"Here is a book you can trust--a beautiful book written with clarity, openness, and wisdom. It will be an important guide for practicing Christians and life-changing for those who want to explore the deep connections between mindfulness and faith."

Steve Wiens, author of Shining Like the Sun; Beginnings; and Whole --"With elegant prose and practical suggestions, The Mindful Christian invites exhausted, distracted Christians to experience emotional healing and rediscover deep joy by practicing mindfulness."

April Kaiserlian, LMSW, Co-Founder, Grand Rapids Center for Mindfulness --"The Mindful Christian offers an inspiring and practical roadmap for the poignant intersection between stillness and the presence of God."

Christina Edmondson, PhD, Dean of Intercultural Student Development, Calvin University; Co-host, Truth's Table podcast --"The Mindful Christian highlights the crucial role self-compassion and gratitude play in strengthening the follower of Christ, who is called to be a witness to Christ's peace."