The Practicing the Way Course Companion Guide: An Eight-Session Primer on Spiritual Formation

by John Mark Comer, Practicing the Way

Inspired by John Mark Comer’s New York Times bestseller Practicing the Way, this official companion to the Practicing the Way Course is an eight-session introduction to following Jesus in the modern era.

The Practicing the Way Course, available free online, is designed to lay a foundation for lifelong apprenticeship to Jesus. This full-color companion guide helps you practice, reflect, and dialogue with your community as you walk through the Course together to experience real, lasting transformation. 

Inside, you’ll find resources

Helpful tips to get the most out of each session of the Course Supplemental resources to dive deeper after each session Real-life exercises to help put each session into practice Additional prayers and liturgies 

Genres: Christian, Nonfiction, Discipleship

160 pages, Paperback

Published September 10, 2024

About the author

John Mark Comer is the New York Times bestselling author of eight books, including Into the quiet and Practicing the Way, which received the 2025 Christian Book of the Year award from the ECPA. His book The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry has sold more than a million copies and been translated into over twenty languages.

He's also a pastor and the founder of Practicing the Way, an organization that helps churches form lifelong apprentices of Jesus.

The Comers live in the Santa Monica Mountains just outside LA.

Reviews

[Campbell Brown · Rating 3 out of 5]

Bible study companion guide🙏🏻

[Arielle Thorpe · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this alongside watching the videos. in the future I think I would either read the PTW book, or watch the videos alongside this PTW workbook. I don’t think all 3 are necessary, because they all overlap and in a lot of ways are repetitive. This workbook was super practical though and has definitely transformed my rhythms of life in a lot of ways! This is best to do alongside community

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book and completed the companion guide with a small group of people. The author put so many things into words that I've often felt about Christians and the lack of formation. We went through this book and study at a slower pace, and we discussed weekly what we were all learning-- this book was a great one for discussion, but it also took all of us to a deeper level of vulnerability. In my own personal Christian journey this book convicted me of so, so many areas of growth

I will be re-reading this book again. And I will be re-evaluating my Rules for Life and taking my Spiritual Health Assessment on a regular basis.

[Madi Brown]

Loved!! Mostly the same content as the PTW book, but a great tool to walk through the book with some guidance on application. Videos that accompanied were also incredible and gave an alternative to reading for those who have a harder time with the book! I would say the book still has more content in it and is still worth the read!

[Benjamin Bartels · Rating 5 out of 5]

I started “The Practicing the Way Course” with my small group at The Local Church. I found John Mark’s study to diverge deep into being with Jesus, becoming like Him, and doing as He did. I thoroughly enjoyed this companion guide as I did the course with some new friends. I think it is great for anyone looking to grow in their walk in community!

[Kari · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a fantastic guide to the video course! Highly recommend for added contemplation and context. Beautifully written and highly transformative.

[McKayla · Rating 5 out of 5]

One thing about me.. I love a workbook. Give me instructions in a nice font.

[Shawna Connors · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good study. The “homework” was applying concepts into your life and thinking things through. Easy to manage and meaningful.

[Hannah Bartels · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5/5 stars
Did it with my small group at church and it helped all of us grow and connect.

[Kelly Glenn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Did this study with our Bible study group. Great insight and questions on spiritual formation, which led to outstanding discussions.

[Marie-Josée · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've done this course at my church. I really loved this workbook alongside with the videos.