Emotionally Healthy Spirituality: It's Impossible to Be Spiritually Mature, While Remaining Emotionally Immature

by Peter Scazzero

MORE THAN 1 MILLION COPIES SOLD! A road map for discipleship with Jesus that is powerfully transformative. Peter Scazzero learned the hard you can't be spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature. Even though he was the pastor of a growing church, he did what most people do--avoid conflict in the name of Christianity; ignore his anger, sadness, and fear; use God to run from God; and live without boundaries. Eventually God awakened him to a biblical integration of emotional health and the spiritual practice of slowing down and quieting your life for to experience a firsthand relationship with Jesus. It created nothing short of a spiritual revolution in Scazzero, in his church, and now in thousands of other churches. In this updated edition, Scazzero shares new stories and principles as he outlines his journey and the signs of emotionally unhealthy spirituality. Then he provides seven biblical, reality-tested steps to become emotionally Become your authentic selfBreak the power of the pastLet go of power and controlSurrender to your limitsStop to breathe by practicing rest and SabbathLearn new skills to love wellLove Christ above all else   Plus, check out the full line of  Emotionally Healthy Spirituality  books dedicated to many different key areas of life. Workbooks, study guides, curriculum, and Spanish editions are also available. Accompanying checklist and graphic are available in the audiobook companion PDF download.

Genres: Christian, Faith

1 pages, Audio CD

Published November 16, 2021

Reviews

[Isaac Eames · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love how Peter Scazzero recognizes that we need to stop ignoring our emotional life if we want to be spiritually healthy. He helps us identify in what ways we are emotionally and spiritually unhealthy and gives us tools to pursue health.

[Lily Jansa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’m in my emotional health era & this was incredible

[Camille Siegrist · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐️ Terrible cover but excellent content. It covers a lot of ground quickly, so I’m looking forward to going through the workbook and daily devotional more slowly. Appreciated that he pulls from both psychology and church history, and also stays biblically rooted.

[Emily · Rating 2 out of 5]

While I agree that emotions should not be ignored, they should be viewed under the authority of Scripture. Emotions should not be what leads us. There were some helpful tools within the book, but it read as if Scazzero was integrating Biblical principles with secular practices. For example, he used family history as a reasoning behind his dysfunction (i.e. Family Systems Theory). While family does impact and influence an individual, it is not a fault of “the family system” that takes responsibility of dysfunction from man (Psalm 14:1-3, Psalm 51:4-5, Isaiah 64:4, Rom. 8:7, Jeremiah 17:9, Eph. 2:1-3). Blame should not be shifted. The question that came to mind a few times while reading: Does this view support that Scripture alone is sufficient? As I mentioned, there are some good, Biblical encouragements within the book (i.e. practicing Sabbath), but I challenge readers to ask, “What is the belief at the root? What is the basis behind this practice? Am I submitting my emotions to the authority of Scripture or am I trying to fit Scripture into how I am feeling?”

[Katie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Solid book on with practical advice on how to lean into your spirituality. Highlights wonderful wisdoms and practices of other spiritual leaders of across Christian backgrounds; excited to cross reference for future books to read.

Talks a little more than I’d like of himself and his experiences, almost in a vain way, but balances with very humanizing experiences. I wish it was a bit more neutral, rather than self focused, but I appreciate his vulnerability all the same.

[Esther]

Having read his book ”Emotionally healthy leader” I was curious about this book. Even though it bears many practical examples and stories, it was not as eye-opening for me as the other book. His point of investing into emotional health in discipleship is a strong point, however. I strongly recommend this book for anyone who is not familiar how thode to correspond.

[Renee Cairns · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the second time I have read this book. This time, it spoke more deeply as I have been traveling through a journey of healing. Most likely, I will read it again! A must-read as you venture to deeper depths in your walk with the Lord.

[Casey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic book! I read and listened to it while my small group was working through it. Highly recommend and will definitely re-read!!

[Alison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Game changer … wish I read this early in life but believe God knew I wasn’t ready to process and understand the depth of my emotions till now.

[Tom · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is ok, but not great. Cloud and Townsend and the Gottmans do what this book does, but do it better. I’m sure, however, there are people that this book will resonate with.

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book.

[Lili · Rating 5 out of 5]

great book that built on a lot of the themes and concepts of practicing the way. definitely a book with real practical tools i see myself referring to this book and re-reading sections for year to come! great resources too for those going through tough times of grief