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Living Metanoia: Finding Freedom and Fulfillment in Christ
At the very beginning of the Gospels, Jesus calls us to a radical new way of life, “This is the time of fulfillment. The kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the gospel” (Mk 1:15). The word “repent” in Greek is metanoia — but the original Greek word means much more than just repentance. It means to change, to turn, to think differently. Metanoia is not a one-time event but a process, and as Christians we are called to live a life of metanoia.
Living Metanoia explores what this looks like in our daily lives, encouraging believers in all walks of life to go deeper in their relationship with Jesus. In his down-to-earth, approachable style, Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, addresses basic topics such as who Jesus actually is (rather than who we think he is or who we want him to be); what we need to do in order to inherit eternal life; the reality of evil; and our daily call to a deeper commitment to Christ. Each chapter contains Sacred Scripture to give context and direction, along with reflection questions and a practical “metanoia moment” to help us live a life of change.
We all need metanoia — over and over again. Realizing this should be a source of hope and encouragement, for only by living metanoia can we find true and lasting freedom and fulfillment in Jesus Christ.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, is the president of Franciscan University of Steubenville. He has served for more than thirty years as a spiritual director, retreat leader, and formation director, and also served as the director of Franciscan Pathways. He is a well-known author, conference speaker, and pilgrimage leader. Fr. Pivonka is active in the charismatic renewal and serves on the board of Renewal Ministries.
Living Metanoia explores what this looks like in our daily lives, encouraging believers in all walks of life to go deeper in their relationship with Jesus. In his down-to-earth, approachable style, Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, addresses basic topics such as who Jesus actually is (rather than who we think he is or who we want him to be); what we need to do in order to inherit eternal life; the reality of evil; and our daily call to a deeper commitment to Christ. Each chapter contains Sacred Scripture to give context and direction, along with reflection questions and a practical “metanoia moment” to help us live a life of change.
We all need metanoia — over and over again. Realizing this should be a source of hope and encouragement, for only by living metanoia can we find true and lasting freedom and fulfillment in Jesus Christ.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, is the president of Franciscan University of Steubenville. He has served for more than thirty years as a spiritual director, retreat leader, and formation director, and also served as the director of Franciscan Pathways. He is a well-known author, conference speaker, and pilgrimage leader. Fr. Pivonka is active in the charismatic renewal and serves on the board of Renewal Ministries.
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Published June 4, 2021
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November 12, 2021
A Clear Voice on God’s Love and Our Call to Change Our Selves
I found this book to be an excellent daily devotional. By taking one chapter per day and really absorbing the message and pondering the questions I was able to develop a deeper sense of what God is calling us to do. The author’s voice is light & humorous, but at the same time quite serious. I very highly recommend.
I found this book to be an excellent daily devotional. By taking one chapter per day and really absorbing the message and pondering the questions I was able to develop a deeper sense of what God is calling us to do. The author’s voice is light & humorous, but at the same time quite serious. I very highly recommend.
October 6, 2022
Joy
Father Pivonka is a wonderful writer and presenter. I hope he does more in living the Faith in today's world.
Father Pivonka is a wonderful writer and presenter. I hope he does more in living the Faith in today's world.
August 17, 2025
Loved this book. I will read again. I took lots of notes to reflect on.
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