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The Way Up Is Down

Becoming Yourself by Forgetting Yourself

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The Way Up Is Down

By: Marlena Graves
Narrated by: Lisa Reneé Pitts
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"Now, with God's help, I shall become myself."

These words from Danish philosopher Søren Kierkegaard resonate deeply with Marlena Graves, a Puerto Rican writer, pastor, and activist. In this book, she describes the process of emptying herself that allows her to move upward toward God and become the true self that God calls her to. Drawing on the rich traditions of Eastern and Western Christian saints, she shares stories and insights that have enlivened her transformation. For Marlena, formation and justice always intertwine on the path to a balanced life of both action and contemplation.

If you long for more of God, this book offers a time-honored path to deeper life.

©2020 Marlena Graves (P)2020 eChristian Christian Living Christianity Spirituality

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God has truly inspired Marlena to share these words which have truly strengthened my soul.Thank you so much, it was well narrated.

A amazing book and well narrated.

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