First published 2020
A Christian congregation discovers a path toward deeper faith through ancient wisdom. Following the biblical model outlined in Acts 2:42-47, community members embrace ten distinct spiritual practices that reshape their daily lives. As they commit to these habits, tensions emerge between traditional approaches and this more integrated way of living out their beliefs. Some struggle with the demands of whole-life discipleship while others find freedom in missional living. The story explores how ordinary believers navigate the challenge of forming authentic Christian community in contemporary settings. Through their journey, the congregation learns that true discipleship extends far beyond Sunday worship into every aspect of human experience. Roberts captures the emotional weight of spiritual transformation and the courage required to live faith authentically in a complex world.
Genres: christian, christian-fiction, contemporary
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, spiritual-transformation
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