{"product_id":"4d-formation-exploring-vocation-in-community-paperback","title":"4D Formation: Exploring Vocation in Community - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDrew Tucker\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVocation is often loosely defined, reserved for use in churchy sermons and ivory towers. But with a decade of experience in vocational exploration as a campus minister, Drew Tucker has developed an accessible, empowering model for reflection that centers on discovery, discernment, development, and decision making.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003e4D Formation: Exploring Vocation in Community\u003c\/i\u003e, Tucker builds on his definition of \u003ci\u003evocation \u003c\/i\u003eas \"meaningful, life-giving work for the world\u003ci\u003e.\" \u003c\/i\u003eSpeaking directly to vocational explorers, he equips and empowers readers with the confidence and skills to examine, clarify, and affirm their purpose and identity, and ultimately to experience God's presence in and purpose for their lives.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTucker addresses four key aspects of vocation. First, vocation is ultimately where our purposes align with God's purpose in ways that are life-giving for us and others. Second, as we explore our vocation, we incorporate the wisdom of mentors, the teachings of Scripture, and the experiences of others. Third, in our vocations our convictions meet our neighbor in need, often calling forth difficult yet deeply meaningful commitments. Finally, much like walking a prayer labyrinth, vocational exploration involves clear practices, yet leaves room for the numinous.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncorporating wisdom from multiple religious traditions and worldviews, Tucker writes for young adults, who are often struggling with the confusing and demanding task of identity formation, and for anyone dealing with life transitions, such as career change, family transition, illness, home moves, and the like. \u003ci\u003e4D Formation\u003c\/i\u003e gives readers the courage to risk deep exploration and an encounter with God in that journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 175\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 8.7 x 5.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 09, 2022\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51766289006880,"sku":"9781506473987","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/8cf073229e08f74ee8f807a5fc42617a.webp?v=1780289355","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/4d-formation-exploring-vocation-in-community-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}