Christian Virtues

Formed in the Character of Christ

By: Geoffrey Schmitt

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Christian Virtues: Formed in the Character of Christ is not a guide to moral improvement, but an invitation into spiritual formation.

Rather than presenting virtues as ideals to achieve, this study explores how faith, hope, love, prudence, justice, temperance, courage, humility, patience, gentleness, perseverance, and gratitude are formed slowly through lived experience—often in weakness, waiting, and quiet faithfulness. Drawing from Scripture, pastoral ministry, caregiving, prison worship, and long obedience in ordinary places, the author invites readers to consider virtue as the shape love takes over time.

Each chapter follows a reflective rhythm—Scripture, teaching, meditation, personal reflection, prayer, and a practical Smithy’s Forge—designed not to instruct from a distance, but to accompany the reader in honest presence before God. At the heart of the study is a simple, repeatable prayer:

Here I am, as I am.

Where I am, when I am.

In Your presence, Lord.

Written for individuals and groups, this book speaks to those who are weary of performance-driven faith and hungry for a spirituality that tells the truth, honors limits, and trusts God’s quiet work of formation.