Because Transformation Is Possible

At a popular level, Dallas Willard wrote with remarkable clarity about spiritual formation. But his writings also addressed academic concerns such as shifts in modern moral philosophy, the nature of education, and the psychology of the human self. Until Christ Is Formed in You brings together ten authors who knew Willard well to introduce his wide-ranging vision and consider again the overall significance of this one-of-a-kind teacher.

This collection explores topics including the Beatitudes, the relationship of body and soul, the kingdom of God, discipleship to Jesus, the nature of formation, and Ignatian spirituality. The book begins with a comprehensive overview of Willard’s understanding of formation, and it concludes with practical applications of this understanding to the disciplines of psychology and counseling.

STEVEN L. PORTER serves as Professor of Theology and Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology and Rosemead School of Psychology, Biola University. He is also the editor of the Journal of Spiritual Formation and Soul Care.

GARY W. MOON is the Executive Director of the Martin Institute for Christianity and Culture and the Dallas Willard Center for Christian Spiritual Formation at Westmont College. His research focuses on the theoretical and practical integration of psychology and theology.

J. P. MORELAND is Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University. He has authored and coauthored over thirty books, including Love Your God with All Your Mind, and more than seventy journal articles.