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The Solitude Practice

A Four-Session Guide to Solitude in the Way of Jesus (Practicing the Way)
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Discover how to step away from the noise of life and into a place of encounter with this guide from New York Times bestselling author John Mark Comer and the team at Practicing the Way. In our hyper-connected, constantly buzzing world, the practice of solitude is... Read More
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Step away from life's noise with John Mark Comer's guide to solitude. Discover spiritual exercises and deepen your connection with God and your true self.

Step away from life's noise with John Mark Comer's guide to solitude. Discover spiritual exercises and deepen your connection with God and your true self.

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Discover how to step away from the noise of life and into a place of encounter with this guide from New York Times bestselling author John Mark Comer and the team at Practicing the Way.

In our hyper-connected, constantly buzzing world, the practice of solitude is both countercultural and essential. The Solitude Practice provides a practical, accessible approach to incorporating this vital spiritual discipline into your life. Designed to be used with four engaging video sessions freely available online, this guide offers spiritual exercises, reflection questions, guided readings, and additional resources to help you and your community. This course guide will equip you to experience the power of solitude as you learn to:

  • Create a daily rhythm of quiet time with God
  • Encounter your true self and address avoided emotions Combat spiritual enemies through Scripture-based reflection
  • Deepen your intimacy with God through listening and loving presence/li>
  • Discover how stepping away from distractions can lead to a transformed life, deeper self-awareness, and a renewed connection with God and others.

Part of a series of nine core practices that together build a Rule of Life for following Jesus in the modern world, each guide can be read individually or together in any order:
The Sabbath Practice
The Prayer Practice
The Fasting Practice
The Solitude Practice
The Generosity Practice
The Scripture Practice
The Community Practice
The Service Practice
The Witness Practice

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780281091775

Publisher: SPCK Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 October 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Form

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 112

About the Author

John Mark Comer is the New York Times bestselling author of Practicing the Way, Live No Lies, The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, and four previous books. He's also the Founder and Teacher of Practicing the Way, a simple, beautiful way to integrate spiritual formation into your church or small group. Prior to starting Practicing the Way, he spent almost twenty years pastoring Bridgetown Church in Portland, OR, and working out discipleship to Jesus in the post-Christian West.

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