Life Lessons from a Bad Quaker: A Humble Stumble Toward Simplicity and Grace

by Brent Bill

Publisher:

Abingdon Press

, 2015

Overview

On quick observation, the Quaker lifestyle boasts peace, solitude, and simplicity—qualities that are attractive to any believer of any denomination or religion. Yet living a life of faith is not as simple as it may look. In fact, it’s often characterized more by the stumbles than the grace.

“When someone asks me what kind of Christian I am,” says Quaker author J. Brent Bill, “I say I’m a bad one. I’ve got the belief part down pretty well, I think. It’s in the practice of my belief in everyday life where I often miss the mark.” In Life Lessons from a Bad Quaker, a self-professed non-expert on faith invites readers on a joyful exploration of the faith journey—perfection not required. With whimsy, humor, and wisdom, Bill shows readers how to put faith into practice to achieve a life that is soulfully still yet active, simple yet satisfying, peaceful yet strong.

For anyone who is bad at being good, this is an invitation to a pilgrimage toward a more meaningful and satisfying life . . . one step—or stumble—at a time.

Key Features

Contains three appendices: a list of spiritual songs for imperfect saints, a record of notable Quakers and their contributions to society, and a list of recommended resources for further study.

A fresh encounter of the spiritual walk that provides serious tools for faith in a humorous and engaging package.

Quaker principles on simplicity, justice, peacemaking, integrity, and more for readers in any denomination or spiritual practice.

By one of the leading voices of the Quaker way in America today.

A perfectly imperfect, honest, and helpful exploration of simplicity and grace.

Product Details

• Title : Life Lessons from a Bad Quaker: A Humble Stumble Toward Simplicity and Grace
• Author: Bill, J. Brent
• Publisher: Abingdon Press
• Publication Date: 2015
• ISBN: 9781630881320