The Psychology of the Fruit of the Spirit
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The Psychology of the Fruit of the Spirit

The Biblical Portrayal of the Christlike Character and Its Development

  1. 304 pages
  2. English
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eBook - ePub

The Psychology of the Fruit of the Spirit

The Biblical Portrayal of the Christlike Character and Its Development

About this book

For centuries, the fruit of the Spirit has rightfully served as a wellspring of reflection on the virtues that epitomize the Christian life and character-building. However, the notion of the fruit of the Spirit is not limited solely to forming the biblical foundation of ethical living.

Psychologist and theologian Zoltán Dörnyei argues that if we understand the nine attributes collectively as a concise portrayal of the ideal Christian self, this approach places the notion of the fruit of the Spirit at the intersection of several important theological themes, such as being conformed to the divine image, the gradual advancement of the kingdom of God, and new creation. In The Psychology of the Fruit of the Spirit, Dörnyei offers a scholarly exposition of the relevant theological content associated with the fruit of the Spirit. Complementing his theological reflections with findings from the field of psychology, he brings expertise in both psychology and theology to bear on this important biblical concept. His integrated perspective helps to uncover the full meaning and theological potential of the fruit of the Spirit by helping to clarify the nature of its nine facets, defining broader psychological dimensions that underlie the fruit, and offering practical lessons for cultivating it in the Christian life.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover Page
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright Page
  4. Contents
  5. Foreword
  6. 1. Introduction and Rationale
  7. 2. What Is the Fruit of the Spirit?
  8. 3. The Nine Facets of the Fruit of the Spirit
  9. 4. The Composite Fruit
  10. 5. Dimensions of the Fruit of the Spirit
  11. 6. The Fruit of the Spirit and Spiritual Transformation In the Bible
  12. 7. Cultivating the Fruit of the Spirit
  13. Conclusion: The Fruit of the Spirit and a “Body Full of Light”
  14. References
  15. Acknowledgments
  16. Subject Index
  17. Scripture Index
  18. Author Index