Imago Christi

Eugene Peterson, Author of the Message: “Tom Ashbrook wrote this book that you hold in your hands to do for you what my friend did for me fifty years ago, to introduce you to these two companions [Teresa of Avila and John of the Cross] who knew, practiced and wrote on the spiritual life with insight and passion. I am so glad that he wrote this book. His work could not be more timely. There is an enormous interest in spiritual formation these days, interest in growing up in Christ, living up to the "measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ." All of us need all the help we can get. Tom Ashbrook's Mansions of the Heart immerses us in this old but wonderfully contemporary holy wisdom. It is a gift to the Christian community. Take and read.”

Christopher S. Webb, President, Renovaré: “Mansions of the Heart will change the way you live and pray. Tom writes with clarity, humor, and wisdom - but above all with passion: a pastor's passion for God's people, and a lover's passion for Christ. The result is an inspired guidebook for the spiritual journey that will more than satisfy all who find themselves longing for intimacy with God.”

Dr. Bruce Demarest, Denver Seminary: “A practical, penetrating and edifying exposition of transformation into Christ-likeness as seen through the lens of a timeless spiritual classic. A sure bet to enrich life and service for Jesus and the kingdom.”

Dr. Charles Conniry, George Fox Evangelical. Seminary: “Tom Ashbrook has mined the past and hit pay dirt!  This book guides the reader into a life-transforming discovery of St. Teresa’s Mansions — a long-overlooked taxonomy of the soul.  Like all great literary works that probe the things of the Spirit, this piece is the product of reflective practice — a twenty-year quest “to learn how to listen to God, first in prayer, then in life — a life of loving intimacy with the Triune God. Based on a wealth of life experiences and the best of Christian wisdom from both the past and present...this book will awaken its readers to the God who is ever present and always near.  The journey awaits!”

Howard Baker, Denver Seminary: “Teresa of Avila has provided the roadmap for our journey to union with God, but without a competent guide to companion us, the amazing adventure can become a wilderness wandering.  Tom Ashbrook’s Mansions of the Heart is just such a guide.  Tom loves Jesus deeply, understands the soul’s journey profoundly, and writes powerfully, personally, and pastorally.  Here is the indispensable wisdom the church needs if she is ever to emerge from her adolescent apartment into the mansions of maturity our Lord has prepared for her.”