Formed in His Image: A Guide for Christian Formation - Paperback

by Coleman M. Ford (Author), J. T. English (Foreword by)

Every day, we are being formed by what we consume and engage. From social media to the latest Netflix binge, our minds are being led by what we ingest with our eyes. Yet, the call of the Christian is this: to be conformed to Christ.

The work of Christian formation is an exercise in surrender of the whole self, dwelling in God's Word and allowing Him to shape and mold His people. In this book, you'll find:

- A call to recover truth, goodness, and beauty in the work of formation
- A clear presentation of key doctrines and the work of "getting it right" for rich Christian formation
- Practical guidance on developing a culture of formation within your church
- A call to a deepened commitment to formation through embracing humility, cultivating friendship, and pursuing a vibrant spiritual life

Author Biography

Coleman M. Ford is assistant professor of Christian Formation and director of professional doctoral studies at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the co-director of the Center for Ancient Christian Studies and is a fellow of the Center for Pastoral Theologians (St. Basil Fellowship). He is the author of Salvation in the Patristic Era' in Historical Theology for the Church; A Bond Between Souls: Spiritual Friendship in the Letters of Augustine; 'Beauty in Patristic Thought' in Lexham Handbook on Early Christian Dogma; Care of Souls is the Art of Arts: Pastoral Ministry in Patristic Perspective, co-authored; and An Invitation to Christian Formation.