The wisdom of your heart : Discovering the God-given purpose and power of your emotions

**Christians believe many myths about emotions: Emotions lead you astray. Emotions aren't spiritual. And the biggest myth: God is not emotional.** The truth is emotions are a God-given source of wisdom when we know how to interpret them. Marc Alan Schelske explores: - How to notice our emotions and hear their truth - Brain research that gives unexpected insight into emotions' purpose - Why denying our emotions hurts couples, families, and even the church - Why no one can mature spiritually without maturing emotionally __The Wisdom of Your Heart__ provides a path for listening to the spiritual insights that your emotions offer every day. "Your emotions are trying to tell you something. We believe many myths about emotions: Emotions lead you astray. Emotions aren't spiritual. And the biggest myth: God is not emotional. The truth is emotions are an essential God-given source of wisdom and guidance. Learning to listen to the truth revealed by our emotions is not only important but is vital to Christian discipleship - it lies at the center of rich relationships, vibrant families, and healthy churches. In 'The Wisdom of Your Heart', Marc Alan Schelske explores : The four most destructive Christian myths about emotions ; What Scripture says about God's emotions and ours ; How recent brain research gives insight into God's design for emotions ; How to notice our emotional responses and hear the truths they contain ; Practical guidance for responding to difficult emotions such as grief, fear, and anger. If you're feeling stalled out spiritually, learning to understand your emotions accurately may be the key to a more vibrant relationship with God. 'The Wisdom of Your Heart' shows why emotions are a part of who God created you to be and provides a path for listening to the spiritual insight your emotions offer every day." -- back cover

Christians believe many myths about emotions: Emotions lead you astray. Emotions aren't spiritual. And the biggest myth: God is not emotional. The truth is emotions are a God-given source of wisdom when we know how to interpret them. Marc Alan Schelske explores:

• How to notice our emotions and hear their truth
• Brain research that gives unexpected insight into emotions' purpose
• Why denying our emotions hurts couples, families, and even the church
• Why no one can mature spiritually without maturing emotionally

The Wisdom of Your Heart provides a path for listening to the spiritual insights that your emotions offer every day.

Understanding the God-given wisdom of emotions is essential for real spiritual growth. So why do so many Christians consider emotions untrustworthy and unbiblical, and what can we do about it?