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Bibliography and Suggested Reading

Note for website users: This is the bibliography and suggested reading for the printed course. This, and the lists following each lesson, will be updated occasionally as the course evolves, but for more recent suggestions keep an eye on the Resources Page.

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Anderson, Neil and Saucy, Robert, The Common Made Holy. Harvest House, 1998.
Armstrong, Regis J. and, Brady, Ignatius C., Francis and Clare: The Complete Works (The Classics of Western Spirituality). Paulist Press, 1986.
Augustine, St. Augustine Confessions (Oxford World's Classics). Oxford University Press, USA, 1998.

Belt, John, Pursue God in the secret place of intimacy - discover your true identity and destiny. http://www.elijahlist.com/words/display_word/5259
Bentley, Todd, 30 Reasons Why Miracles Happen. Fresh Fire Ministries, 2008.
Bentley, Todd, The Journey into the Miraculous. Destiny Image, 2008.
Bevere, John, Drawing Near: A Life of Intimacy with God. Nashville,TN: Nelson Ignite, 2004.
Bickle, Mike, After God's Own Heart. Lake Mary, Fla: Charisma House, 2004.
Bickle, Mike, Passion for Jesus: Growing in Extravagant Love for God. Creation House, 1993.
Bickle, Mike, The Pleasures of Loving God. Creation House, 2000.
Bickle, Mike and Candler, Dana, The Rewards of Fasting: Experiencing the Power and Affections of God. Forerunner Media, 2005.
Bickle, Mike and Hiebert, Deborah, The Seven Longings of the Human Heart. Forerunner Media, 2006.
Blackaby, Henry T.; Blackaby, Richard and King, Claude V., Experiencing God: Knowing and Doing the Will of God, Revised and Expanded. Nashville,TN: Broadman & Holman, 2008.
Brestin, Dee and Troccoli, Kathy, The Colors of His Love. Nashville,TN: W Publishing Group, 2002.
Brooks, Victoria, Ministering to God: The Reach of the Heart. Cedar Rapids, IA: Arrow Publications, 1995.
Brother Lawrence, The Brother Lawrence Collection: Practice and Presence of God, Spiritual Maxims, The Life of Brother Lawrence Wilder Publications, 2008.

Carmichael, Amy, If: His Thoughts said... His Father said... (A Dohnavur Book). Lond: Triangle, 1987.
Church of England, The Book of Common Prayer: And Administration of the Sacraments and Other Rites and Ceremonies of the Church Church Publishing, 2001.
Cossu, Debbie, Longing For You Xulon Press, 2006.
Curtis, Brent and Eldredge, John, The Sacred Romance Drawing Closer To The Heart Of God. Nashville,TN: Thomas Nelson, 2001.
Crowder, John, Miracle Workers, Reformers, and the New Mystics. Destiny Image Publishers, 2006.

Dawson, Joy, The Fire of God . Shippensberg, PA: Destiny Image, 2008.
Dawson, Joy, Intimate Friendship with God: Through Understanding the Fear of the Lord. Grand Rapids, MI: Chosen Books, 2008.
Deere, Jack, Surprised by the Power of the Spirit. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1996.
Deere, Jack, Surprised by the Voice of God., Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1998.
Dupont, Marc, Pursuing Open Heavens: Seeking God for Our Generations. Tonbridge, Kent: Sovereign World, 2002.

Fitzpatrick, Graham, Keys to Knowing God Better: A Handbook About How to Be More Devoted to God. Chichester, West Sussex: Sovereign World, 1986.
Foster, Richard J., Life with God: Reading the Bible for Spiritual Transformation. San Francisco: HarperSanFrancisco, 2008.
Foster, Richard J., Prayer: Finding the Heart's True Home. HarperOne, 1992.
Foster, Richard J., Streams of Living Water: Celebrating the Great Traditions of Christian Faith. San Francisco: HarperSanFrancisco, 2001.
Foster, Richard J., Gaudino, Rebecca, and Carney, Glandion, The Renovare Spiritual Formation Bible (Protestant Edition). San Francisco: HarperSanFrancisco, 2006.
Foster, Richard J. and Griffin, Emilie, Spiritual Classics : Selected Readings for Individuals and Groups on the Twelve Spiritual Disciplines. San Francisco: HarperSanFrancisco, 2000.
Foster, Richard J. and Smith, James Bryan, Devotional Classics: Revised Edition: Selected Readings for Individuals and Groups. San Francisco: HarperSanFrancisco, 2005.
Foster, Richard J.; Willard, Dallas; Brueggemann, Walter and Peterson, Eugene H., The Renovare Spiritual Formation Bible. San Francisco: HarperSanFrancisco, 2005.

Goll, Jim W., Intercession the Power and Passion to Shape History. Shippensberg, PA: Destiny Image, 2003.
Goll, Jim W., The Lost Art of Practicing His Presence. Shippensberg, PA: Destiny Image, 2006.
Goll, Jim W., Prayer Storm: The Hour That Changes the World (A Prayer Storm Book). Shippensberg, PA: Destiny Image, 2008.
Goll, Jim W., The Seer: The Prophetic Power of Visions, Dreams, and Open Heavens. Shippensberg, PA: Destiny Image, 2005.
Goll, Jim W., Wasted on Jesus : Reaching for the Lover of Your Soul. Shippensberg, PA: Destiny Image, 2001.
Goll, Jim W. and Michal Ann, Dream Language: The Prophetic Power of Dreams. Shippensberg, PA: Destiny Image, 2006.
Goll, Jim W. and Michal Ann, God Encounters: The Prophetic Power Of The Supernatural To Change Your Life. Shippensberg, PA: Destiny Image, 2005.
Goll, Michal Ann, Call to the Secret Place, PA: Treasure House, 2003.
Gott, Lois, Glory of His Presence. Lond: Hodder and Stoughton, 1996.
Gramenz, Stuart, Weapons of mass distraction: answers for the unfulfilled believer. Rochedale Sth, Qld: Spirit Led Network Inc, 2003.
Grou, Jean-Nicholas, How to Pray (N/A). Lutterworth Press, 2008.
Guigo II, Guigo II: Ladder of Monks and Twelve Meditations (Cistercian Studies). Cistercian Publications, 1981.

Guyon, Jeanne, A Short and Easy Method of Prayer: Praying the Heart of the Father (Authentic Original Classic). Destiny Image, 2007.

Guyon, Jeanne, The Song of Songs: Commentary. SeedSowers, 2002.

Guyon, Jeanne, Song of the Bride. Whitaker House, 2002.

Guyon, Jeanne (Author), Kahley, Glenn James (Editor), The Unabridged Collected Works. Kahley House Publishing, 2006.

Hildegard of Bingen, Hildegard of Bingen: Scivias (Classics of Western Spirituality). Paulist Press, 1990.
Hildegard of Bingen, Secrets of God: Writings of Hildegard of Bingen. Shambhala, 1996.
Hildegard of Bingen, Selected Writings (Hildegard of Bingen) (Penguin Classics). Penguin Classics, 2001.
Huckabee, Davis W, Prevenient grace http://www.pbministries.org/Theology/Davis%20Huckabee/To%20Studies%20In%20Strong%20Doctrine/strong_doctrine_01.htm.
Hughey, Rhonda, Desperate for His Presence: God's Design to Transform Your Life and Your City. Minneapolis, Minn: Bethany House, 2004.

Inge, William Ralph, Christian Mysticism. BiblioLife, 2008.

Jacobs, Cindy, The Super-Natural Life. Ventura, California: Regal Books, 2005.
Jacobs, Cindy, The Voice of God: How God Speaks Personally and Corporately to His Children Today. Ventura, California: Regal Books, 2004. Cindy has also prepared a two video teaching course based on this book.
John of the CrossDark Night of the Soul: A Masterpiece in the Literature of Mysticism by St. John of the Cross. Image, 1959.
John of the CrossA Spiritual Canticle of the Soul And the Bridegroom Christ. Wilder Publications, 2008.
Johnson, Bill, Dreaming with God. Shippensberg, PA: Destiny Image, 2006.
Johnson, Bill, Face to Face With God. Charisma House, 2007.
Johnson, Bill, Strengthen Yourself in the Lord: How to Release the Hidden Power of God in Your Life. Shippensberg, PA: Destiny Image, 2007.
Johnson, Bill, The Supernatural Power of a Transformed Mind: Access to a Life of Miracles. Shippensberg, PA: Destiny Image, 2005.
Johnson, Bill, When Heaven Invades Earth. Shippensberg, PA: Destiny Image, 2005.
Johnson, Bill and Vallotton, Kris, The Supernatural Ways of Royalty: Discovering Your Rights and Privileges of Being a Son or Daughter of God. Shippensberg, PA: Destiny Image, 2006.

Keller, Geri, Father: A Look Into The Heart Of God. Wilkesboro, NC: MorningStar Publications, 2004.
Kempis, Thomas á, The Imitation of Christ. Waking Lion Press, 2008
Kendall, R. T., Man after God's own Heart, A. Fearn, Ross-Shire: Christian Focus, 2008.
King, Patricia, The Light Belongs in the Darkness. Destiny Image Publishers, 2005.
King, Patricia, Spiritual Revolution: Experience the Supernatural in Your Life-Angelic Visitation, Prophetic Dreams, Visions, Miracles. Destiny Image Publishers, 2006.
Kingstone, Rodney, Restoring Your Walk with God. Chichester, West Sussex: Sovereign World, 1989.

Lea, Larry, Highest Calling: Serving in the Royal Priesthood. Milton Keynes: Word Publishing, 1991.
Loren, Julia and Goll, Jim, Shifting Shadows of Supernatural Experiences: A Manual to Experiencing God. Shippensberg, PA: Destiny Image, 2007.
Loren, Julia; Johnson, Bill and Chavda, Mahesh, Shifting Shadow of Supernatural Power: A Prophetic Manual for Those Wanting to Move in God's Supernatural Power. Shippensberg, PA: Destiny Image, 2006.

McLaren, Brian D., A New Kind of Christian: A Tale of Two Friends on a Spiritual Journey. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass, 2008.
McLaren, Brian D., The Story We Find Ourselves In: Further Adventures of a New Kind of Christian (J-B Leadership Network Series). San Francisco: Jossey-Bass, 2008.
McLaren, Brian D., The Last Word and the Word after That: A Tale of Faith, Doubt, and a New Kind of Christianity (J-B Leadership Network Series). San Francisco: Jossey-Bass, 2008.
McClung, Floyd, The Father Heart of God: Experiencing the Depths of His Love for You. Harvest House, 2004.
McClung, Floyd, Loving the God Who Loves You . Eastbourne: Kingsway, 1993.
Morgan, G. Campbell, In the Shadow of Grace: The Life and Meditations of G. Campbell Morgan. Baker Books, 2007.
Murray, Andrew, Believers Secret of the Masters Indwelling (The Andrew Murray Christian maturity library). Bethany House Pub, 1986.
Murray, Andrew, The Practice of God's Presence. Whitaker House, 2000.
Murray, Andrew, Waiting on God. Wilder Publications, 2008.
Murray, Andrew, With Christ in the School of Prayer. Wilder Publications, 2008.

Nee, Watchman, Changed Into His Likeness. CLC Ministries, 2007.
Nicholas of Cusa, The Vision of God. Cosimo Classics, 2007.

Origen, 26. Origen: The Song of Songs, Commentary and Homilies (Ancient Christian Writers). Catholic University of America Press, 2001.

Packer, J. I., Knowing God. InterVarsity Press, 1993.
Palms, Roger C, Enjoying the Closeness of God. Minneapolis, Minn: World Wide Publications, 1989.
Payne, Leanne, The Healing Presence: Curing the Soul Through Union with Christ. Baker Books, 1995.
Peterson, Eugene H., The Message: The Bible In Contemporary Language, Burgundy Bonded Leather. NavPress Publishing Group, 2004.
Pierce, Chuck D. ., When God Speaks. Regal Books, 2005.
Price, Eugenia, The Wider Place: Where God Offers Freedom From AnyThing That Limits Our Growth. NY: Jove books, 1966.

Raiter, Michael, Stirrings Of The Soul. Evangelicals And The New Spirituality. Kingsford, NSW: Matthias Media, 2003.
Roberts, Frances, Come Away My Beloved - Classic Edition. Barbour Publishing, 2008.
Roberts, Mark D. The Soul of Worship.
http://www.markdroberts.com/htmfiles/resources/soulworship.htm#jun2204.
Rolle, Richard. The Fire of Love And the Mending of LifeCosimo Classics, 2007.
Rolle, Richard. Richard Rolle: The English Writings (Classics of Western Spirituality)Paulist Press, 1988.
Russell, A. J.. God Calling, by Two Listeners Jove, 1978.

Sanders, J Oswald, Enjoying Intimacy with God. Grand Rapids, MI: Discovery House, 2001.
Sandford, John and Paula, Prophets, Healers and the Emerging Church. Shippensburg, PA: Destiny Image, 2003.
Sheets, Dutch, The Beginner's Guide to Intercession. Vine Books, 2001.
Shepherd, Sheri Rose, His Princess: Love Letters from Your King (His Princess). Multnomah Books, 2004.
Shepherd, Sheri Rose, Prayers to My King (His Princess). Multnomah Books, 2005.
Somerville, Terry, Babylon and the church. Total Change Ministries, www.totalchange.org.
Swope, Mary Ruth, Are You Sick and Tired of Feeling Sick and Tired: A Nutrition Sourcebook. Whitaker House, 1984.
Swope, Mary Ruth, Listening Prayer. Whitaker House, 1987.

Teresa of Avila, Teresa of Avila: Interior Castle (Classics of Western Spirituality). Paulist Press, 1979.
Toth, Peter, The forgotten factor in healing. North Sydney, NSW: Ark House, 2006.
Tozer, A. W., The Pursuit of God (A Christian Classic). Wilder Publications, 2008.

Underhill, Evelyn, Mysticism . Digireads.com, 2005.
Underhill, Evelyn, The Spiritual Life. Ariel Press, 2000.
Upham, Thomas C., Life and religious opinions and experience of Madame de la Mothe Guyon: together with some account of the personal history and religious opinions of Fénelon, Archbishop of Cambray. Scholarly Publishing Office, University of Michigan Library, 2007.
Urquhart, Colin, My Dear Child - Listening to God's Heart Creation House, 1991.
Urquhart, Colin, My Dear Son (Hodder Christian books) Trafalgar Square Publishing, 1992.

Viola, Frank, God's Ultimate Passion: Unveiling the Purpose Behind Everything. Present Testimony Ministry, 2006.
Virkler, Mark and Patti, Am I Being Deceived?. Gainesville, FL: Bridge-Logos Publishers, 2001.
Virkler, Mark and Patti, Communion with God. Destiny Image Publishers, 1991.
Virkler, Mark and Patti, Counseled by God: Emotional Wholeness Through Hearing God's Voice. Essence Publishing (Canada), 2003.
Virkler, Mark and Patti, Dialogue With God. South Plainfield, NJ: Bridge Publishing, 1986.
Virkler, Mark and Patti, How to Hear God's Voice. Destiny Image Publishers, 2006.
Virkler, Mark and Patti, Naturally Supernatural. Destiny Image Publishers, 1994.
Virkler, Mark and Patti, Prayers That Heal the Heart: Prayer Counseling That Breaks Every Yoke. Bridge-Logos Publishers, 2001.
Virkler, Mark and Patti, Rivers of Grace: Raising Children by the Spirit Rather Than the Law. Sovereign World, 2003.
Virkler, Mark and Patti, Spirit Born Creativity. Woy Woy, NSW: Peacemakers Ministries, 1990.
Vallotton, Kris, Developing a Supernatural Lifestyle: A Practical Guide to a Life of Signs, Wonders, and Miracles. Destiny Image Publishers, 2007.

Wiens, Gary, Bridal Intercession: Authority in Prayer Through Intimacy With Jesus. Oasis House, 2001.
Wiens, Gary, Come to Papa: Encountering the Father That Jesus Knew. Oasis House, 2003.
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Willard, Dallas, The Spirit of the Disciplines: Understanding How God Changes Lives. HarperOne, 1990.
Williamson, Tracy, Expecting God to Speak to You. New Wine Press, 2005.
Williamson, Tracy, Voice of the Father (Hodder Christian Paperbacks). London: Hodder & Stoughton, 1996.
Wimber, Carol, John Wimber: The Way It Was. Hodder & Stoughton, 1999.
Wimber, John, The Way In is the Way On. Ampelon Publishing, 2006.