Befriending Our Desires - 3rd Edition by Philip Sheldrake (Paperback)

Befriending Our Desires by Philip Sheldrake is a thought-provoking and deeply personal exploration of the role of desire in our spiritual journey.

This thoroughly revised edition delves into the intimate connection between desire and our relationship with God, prayer, sexuality, decision-making, and responding to change.

With a focus on the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures, as well as personal and pastoral experience, Sheldrake offers a nuanced and compassionate understanding of the human longing that is at the heart of our spiritual growth. Through beautifully crafted prose and insightful analysis, this book reveals the power of desire to transform us and lead us towards a deeper connection with God.

With its emphasis on embodied spirituality and the importance of cultivating our desires in a mature and directed way, Befriending Our Desires is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual practice and live a more authentic, fulfilling life.