Age Quote by Larry Crabb
“Led by myself and two colleagues, the course offers a newly developed model of spiritual direction that draws on both the age-old wisdom of the church and more recent perspectives. I call it the Passion/Wisdom Model of Spiritual Direction, and I see it as offering the opportunity for our interior worlds and supernatural reality to meet.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Spiritual Direction Today, Larry Crabb, 2020
A model that blends traditional church wisdom with modern insights to unite inner experience with divine reality.
In simple terms: Combines old and new spiritual ideas for deeper inner‑divine connection.
Key Takeaway
Integrate tradition and contemporary thought in spiritual practice.
Themes
spiritual growth
tradition
modernity
inner life
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
theological
practical
When to use this quote
- pastoral counseling
- personal meditation
- group retreats
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
integrative practice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can this model adapt to diverse spiritual backgrounds?
- What personal practices support this integration?
A Different Perspective
May overlook individual differences in belief or experience.
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