I read this book twice. It's up there with the best spiritual mentoring and friendship books I have ever read. I am getting my hands on a print copy so I can underline, make notes and share the wisdom couched within these pages.
It's a great guide for those who have the desire to mentor but also a guide for those who long for a deeper friendship. I feel we sorely lack with learning how to just be present to one another and let that be comfortable. This book does allow for that. I also feel that people need to read that. Often concerned more about doing right, than just showing up. That is what we're called to do.
This is a book I will read many more times, and keep an extra around to give to a friend.

I highly recommend this book. I think it's appropriate for anyone looking to go deeper within themselves, those seeking, already found or just need that spiritual stretch.

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Everybody has a story, and this book teaches us to read our stories better. Even though it is technically about spiritual mentoring, much of it can be applied to spiritual friendships as well.

“This volume is an invitation to learn to read your life as story in the companionship of spiritual friendship and to come alongside others to read their life as story. Whether you are mentor or mentee, the task is the same: you learn to read life as story and invite others into prayerful conversation; it is an invitation.”

Anderson calls this “reading” a holy task with a sacred purpose. Part One of the book sets up the importance of engaging story, keeping in mind God’s primary role in co-creating the story. We give witness to the work God is doing in each life.

Part Two provides more details about the interactions between a spiritual mentor and mentee. Anderson offers a way of listening that can enrich any relationship. He lists many questions that one could ask for deeper conversations.

Spiritual relationships enrich our lives for the “long walk of faith.” Anderson’s book is a great tool as we travel along with others.