On the Threshold of Transformation: Daily Meditations for Men

Deep, personal pain is very real for men. So is the power to transform it. In the opening meditations of this book, male spirituality expert Richard Rohr writes, "We need to fall, to fall, to jump into the central mystery of our own existence, or we'll have no way of finding our true path."

With nearly every man dealing with some form of hurt in his life, On the Threshold of Transformation acknowledges the pain and deals with it directly and redemptively. While much of our culture today would have us believe that failure and suffering are inherently bad, Fr. Rohr helps men see that pain—in whatever form it takes—is a primary doorway through which they can pass to reach their authentic, best selves, which is where they will truly encounter God.

Ultimately, this book of 366 daily meditations helps men learn how to transform their pain so they don't pass it on.

Key Insights

• Pain is not something to escape, but a doorway to authentic transformation
• Falling and failure are essential parts of spiritual growth and self-discovery
• Wholeness, holiness, and happiness come through engaging with our pain directly
• God is encountered through our authentic struggles, not just our successes
• Daily spiritual practice creates the space for gradual, sustainable transformation

Themes

• Male spirituality and transformation
• Contemplative practice and meditation
• Suffering and redemption
• Spiritual growth through pain
• Daily practice for personal evolution
• Faith and wholeness