A Guide to Theological Reflection

<p>Feedback and evaluation both of oneself and by others are the lifeblood of a successful ministry experience. In <em>A Guide to Theological Reflection</em> experienced practical ministry professors Jim Wilson and Earl Waggoner introduce the processes and tools of theological reflection for ministry.</p><p>Effective evaluation includes critique and potential course correction for the honest and willing minister as well as positive affirmation of how one's desires influence good ministry decisions. <em>A Guide to Theological Reflection</em> introduces tools by which a minister can interact with his or her own thoughts beliefs and feelings; external feedback such as that of a ministry supervisor; and Scripture to inform deep and transformative theological reflection.</p><p>Designed as a textbook for practical ministry courses and theological field education <em>A Guide to Theological Reflection</em> can also be used in ministry contexts. It provides guidance for students ministers-in-training mentors and advisors laying a theoretical foundation for theological reflection and demonstrating step-by-step how to practice it well.</p>