THE PSYCHOLOGY of the FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT
The Biblical Portrayal of the Christlike Character and Its Development
Zoltán Dörnyei
The Psychology of the Fruit of the Spirit
Copyright © 2022 by Zoltán Dörnyei
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Names: Dörnyei, Zoltán, author.
Title: The psychology of the Fruit of the Spirit : the biblical portrayal of the Christlike character and its development / Zoltán Dörnyei.
Description: Grand Rapids : Zondervan, 2022. | Includes bibliographical references and index.
Identifiers: LCCN 2022021298 | ISBN 9780310128458 (paperback) | ISBN 9780310128465 (ebook)
Subjects: LCSH: Bible. Galatians, V, 22-23—Criticism, interpretation, etc. | Fruit of the Spirit—Biblical teaching. | Christian life—Biblical teaching.
Classification: LCC BS2685.6.C48 D67 2022 | DDC 227/.406—dc23/eng/20220705
LC record available at https://lccn.loc.gov/2022021298
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Foreword by Daniel J. Treier
Why Is the Composite Fruit Important?
How Can Psychology Complement Theology in Exploring the Fruit of the Spirit?
Why Is the Fruit of the Spirit Relatively Peripheral to Theological Reflection?
2. What Is the Fruit of the Spirit?
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About The Psychology of the Fruit of the Spirit: The Biblical Portrayal of the Christlike Character and Its DevelopmentFor 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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