Streams of Living Water

"Streams of Living Water is a book that will
make you adore God."
- Dallas Willard

Isn't it a shame that the rich tapestry of Christian belief and practice has so often been rigidly carved up, crammed into denominational boxes and padlocked shut? Richard Foster addresses this by identifying six major strands of Christian spirituality within the worldwide Church that have contributed at various times and places across the centuries. They are:

• The Contemplative Tradition- or the Prayer-filled life
• The Holiness Tradition- or the Virtuous life
• The Charismatic Tradition- or the Spirit-empowered life
• The Social Justice Tradition- or the Compassionate life
• The Evangelical Tradition- or the Word-centered life
• The Incarnational Tradition- or the Sacramental life

Foster's celebration of spiritual life incorporates history's most significant Christian figures and movements. It serves as a refreshing example of how real people have evaded preconceived ideas and lived wonderful Christ-centered lives in spite of constricting labels.

"A magnificent call to go beyond lopsided belief to full-orbed biblical faith."
-Ronald J Sider, President, Evangelicals for Social Action

"... provides a vibrant connection with our roots, which will produce a rich flowering of our commitment to Christ."
-Dr. Maxie Dunnam, President Emeritus, Asbury Theological Seminary