The Enchiridion of Poetic Grace A Stoic-Christian Devotional of Virtue, Surrender, and Hope What if the ancient wisdom of Epictetus met the redemptive truth of the Gospel? The Enchiridion of Poetic Grace offers a soul-stirring journey through the timeless insights of Stoic philosophy—reshaped through the lens of Christian faith. Each entry pairs a distilled maxim from Epictetus with a Gospel-centered reflection and a poetic meditation, inviting you into a richer, more rooted daily practice of virtue, humility, and spiritual clarity . Whether you're wrestling with self-control, seeking peace amid suffering, or learning to release what you cannot control, this book speaks gently and deeply into the struggle of the modern soul. Perfect for devotional readers , Christian philosophers , or anyone navigating faith in a distracted age . You’ll discover: Daily encouragement through poetic psalms and reflections - Clear spiritual responses to Stoic themes like detachment, suffering, control, and desire - A framework of wisdom for real life—anchored in Christ, not self - A bridge between ancient virtue and eternal grace This is not a manual of moralism, but a call to walk humbly , live simply , and hope fiercely . “The meek shall inherit the earth—but they will walk it with fire-tested grace.” Perfect for readers who love: Christian devotionals rooted in Scripture and philosophy - Spiritual poetry that comforts and challenges - Modern applications of Stoic and biblical wisdom - Books like “A Severe Mercy,” “The Imitation of Christ,” or “The Daily Stoic” Live the examined life—with Christ at the center. Begin your journey with The Enchiridion of Poetic Grace today. This unique volume of devotional poetry bridges the wisdom of ancient Stoicism with the mercy and truth of the Christian Gospel. Drawing inspiration from The Enchiridion of Epictetus, each poem reflects on a Stoic theme—self-control, suffering, detachment, death—and gently reframes it through a Christ-centered lens. Where Stoicism teaches resilience through reason and detachment, The Enchiridion of Poetic Grace offers surrender to divine love, peace through prayer, and freedom not by willpower, but by walking humbly with God. Perfect for readers of devotional literature, spiritual seekers, and fans of philosophical reflection, this collection encourages daily faithfulness, gentle courage, and grace-filled endurance in a restless world. What if the ancient wisdom of the Stoics could be reimagined through the lens of Christ's grace? In this meditative collection, timeless truths from Epictetus meet the deeper hope of the Gospel—where virtue is not earned by will alone, but received through surrender, love, and daily faithfulness. Each poem offers a devotional lens on discipline, peace, suffering, and purpose—not by rejecting the Stoic path, but by completing it with the compassion and strength of Jesus. From traffic delays to moral trials, from whispered judgments to deep loss, these verses invite the reader to walk slowly, speak gently, forgive often, and trust fully in the God who holds all things. For readers weary of striving and hungry for grace, this small volume is a lantern for the soul.