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Matthew R. Green

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Matthew is a theologian, though he tends to think more like a psychologist than what his title might suggest. He frequently seeks to integrate the two disciplines in ways that make each personal, practical, and relational.

He obtained his Ph.D. from the Toronto School of Theology, looking at Dallas Willard's theology of emotion and using neurobiology as a lens for critiquing and expanding on Willard's spiritual dynamics. Along the way, he also dabbles in physics, behavioral economics, and educational theory. He has taught in various fields including mathematics and spirituality.

Matthew currently serves on the advisory council for Grafted Life Ministries, which seeks to help the Evangelical church understand spiritual formation in its own la ...more

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A Collect to Endure the Slights of Others

Christ Jesus, who went before us to show us the way, let us not be disturbed or surprised that others may mock us for our trust in you, for you endured as much, as did the prophets before you, but strengthen us to continue trusting in your ways, through you who now reigns over all […]

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Anthology of Spiritual Direction, Volume One
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Australian Ecumenical Council for Spiritual Direction,

Michelle Benjamin (Contributor),

Marjorie June Houston (Contributor)

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Right Brain Psychotherapy (Norton Series on Interpersonal Neurobiology Book 0)

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The Developing Mind: How Relationships and the Brain Interact to Shape Who We Are

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Matthew Green rated a book did not like it Rogue Community College (Liberty House, #1) by David R. Slayton (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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The first half dragged. The main character just wasn't interesting enough, which made the 1st person perspective rough. But then the second half introduced a Deus ex machina that was occasionally amusing but often annoying and completely changed the ...more
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message 3: by Revesk

May 24, 2022 05:53AM

I don't mind that Scalzi's work may be "mind-candy, mostly." As you can see by my reading list, I do read a lot of mind-candy. Thanks, I'll try Redshirts as well!

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Mar 15, 2022 07:29AM

Honestly, that kind of surprises me. I see Scalzi as mind-candy, mostly. His Old Man's War series is enjoyable, but I don't see a lot of depth or substance to it. I guess I figured you'd want a little more weight to your reading.

But if you've any love for Star Trek, his Redshirts novel is a fun journey.

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message 1: by Revesk

Mar 15, 2022 07:24AM

Thanks for introducing me to John Scalzi's work -- I'm really enjoying it.

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