Naked Spirituality

"Rich, brilliant . . . wonderfully readable and personal, filled with insight and wisdom, it invites us into practices that can transform our lives." —Marcus J. Borg, author of Speaking Christian


In the same way he revitalized our faith in A New Kind of Christianity, church leader Brian McLaren reinvigorates our approach to spiritual fulfillment in Naked Spirituality—by tearing down the old dogmatic practices that hamper our spiritual growth, and leading us toward the meaningful spiritual practices that can help transform our lives.


Naked Spirituality offers accessible, practical wisdom for living a truly spiritual life. Staying true to Jesus's core message while engaging faithfully with our postmodern world, McLaren presents a proven spiritual program for engaging in and sustaining a meaningful relationship with God.



"Brian McLaren is a bridge builder. In these simple yet profound spiritual practices he perfectly marries his evangelical heart and contemplative soul, and we are all richer for the union." —Cynthia Bourgeault, author of Centering Prayer and The Wisdom Jesus


"Wise, easy to read, and practical." —Fr. Richard Rohr, author of The Naked Now


"McLaren's trademark persuasiveness is put to good effect as he continues to shatter paradigms for spiritual seekers." —Library Journal, starred review



"Anyone wanting to conserve the spiritual spark in themselves will find this book a gentle and generous tract." —Publishers Weekly


"McLaren deserves endless thanks for reminding us that estrangement and no do not represent a breakdown of the spiritual life. . . . Naked Spirituality is very astute." —Christian Century