Barry Vennard

Stepping Through the Narrow Gate Barry Vennard

This book proposes that a new sense of self is emerging in human beings. It is a 'divine or Christ sense of self' that transcends the current 'ego sense of self' as the lord of one's being. It is a change in human nature. Unlike previous evolutionary steps this one happens in human consciousness. When this new sense of self is experienced an individual gains an unprecedented ability to create a life abundantly full of meaning, satisfaction and joy. This new life is characterized by reduced struggle and stress and increased peace of mind. This book presents a proven way to experience this new sense of self through the principles of 'Evolutionary Spirituality.' They are presented as an evolved form of the twelve steps well known to the recovery community. This transformational change in human consciousness is a natural continuum of five billion years of the evolution of life on earth. This evolutionary approach to growth and change is different and more effective than others because it provides a new kind of release from self-condemnation. This release makes it possible for people to break through the denial that is the main stumbling block to authentic transformation. The reader will be able to see how this evolutionary approach makes the teachings of Jesus Christ more understandable, accessible and practical.