Discover your Spiritual Intelligence. In this field-tested guide, mission leader Randy Friesen shows how to know God, discern His voice, obey at risk, and become more like Jesus—so your life bears lasting fruit at home, at work, and on mission. Start practicing SQ today.
SQ
THE TRANSFORMING POTENTIAL OF SPIRITUAL INTELLIGENCE
by RANDY FRIESEN
Mission leader Randy Friesen defines Spiritual Intelligence (SQ) as our Holy Spirit–formed capacity to know God and cooperate with His transforming work, then builds a practical, discipleship-forward pathway for growing it. Blending memoir, theological reflection, and field stories from the global church, Friesen organizes the journey around four repeatable movements—Knowing God, Discerning God, Obeying God, and Becoming More Like God—with Jesus set as the benchmark. Readers get simple tools (a daily surrender rhythm, Scripture-listening and journaling, four core discernment questions), frequent application prompts at the end of each chapter, and vivid accounts of spiritual conflict and breakthrough that keep the stakes clear: SQ is not theory; it’s formation that bears fruit in families, churches, workplaces, and mission.
“Randy combines his compelling personal story and biblical insight with clear and practical guidance for anyone seeking real spiritual transformation. Spiritual intelligence is essential to genuine discipleship, but it is often misunderstood; Randy models it and explains it with wisdom, humility, and care. I gladly recommend this book to all who want to grow deeper in faithful obedience to Jesus.”
“Rooted in intimacy with Jesus and a deep love for Scripture, Randy immerses his readers in the realm of spiritual leadership with a compelling invitation to press in for more of God. An indispensable read for leaders who desire to grow their spiritual authority and take their impact for God’s Kingdom to the next level.”
Rene Dekker - CEO of Global Disciples
Ron MacLean - Apostolic Team Leader, Salt & Light Ministries
Mark Wessner - President MBBS (Mennonite Brethren Biblical Seminary)
David MacLean - Executive Leadership Coach, Writer, Speaker, Entrepreneur
“For over a decade I have journeyed through life and leadership with Randy. I have seen Randy genuinely, profoundly and consistently communing and cooperating with our Father, Jesus and the Holy Spirit. Randy is a man of extremely high SQ, and this book is a fabulous resource to help you cultivate a deeper transformative relationship with God.”
“This is a bold, intensely personal invitation and challenge to pursue a life of daily intimacy with Jesus and risk-taking obedience which transforms. I’m thrilled to see Randy’s passion, insights, and authentic SQ being imparted to more disciples eager to go deeper and farther. This book is a real gift to the Body and will be used by the Spirit to unleash many more bold, humble & fruitful disciples and disciple-makers!”
Galen Burkholder - Founder, Global Ambassador of Global Disciples
“Spiritual Intelligence is a timely and necessary corrective to the Western church’s compartmentalization of faith. Friesen equips Jesus followers to live a Holy Spirit fueled and led life that is centred on God’s word demonstrating the reality of Jesus’ prayer, “May your Kingdom come and your will be done on earth as in heaven.”
Willy Reimer - Executive Director, 787 Collective
“Randy Friesen has not only written a fascinating and inspiring book on Spiritual Intelligence, he is also the real deal! Randy lives what he writes about. This book will captivate, motivate and equip those who want to grow spiritually.”
“This is a beautiful primer on how to walk closer with God, how to listen and respond for the Holy Spirit’s care and love for our lives, I loved it.
Lorna Dueck - Communications Consultant, Author & former Host - 100 Huntley Street
“Buckle up for SQ! This book deepened my awe of God and stirred a fresh longing for more of Him. Anchored in Scripture and paired with compelling global stories, SQ points the way to walking with Jesus in risk-taking obedience for His glory.”
Dr. Steve A Brown, author of ‘Jesus Centered’ & ‘Finding Courage’, President of Columbia Bible College
About RANDY
“Mobilize and disciple a generation,” were the words Randy received 35 years ago which propelled him into a journey of living with risk-taking obedience in global mission leadership and uniquely position him as an SQ thought leader.
With a Masters of Theology degree from Tyndale University and a Doctorate of Theology from the University of South Africa, Randy’s commitment to knowing, being and doing are all essential elements of spiritual intelligence in his life as a disciple of Jesus. A passionate mentor and coach, Randy also leads African safaris and rides motorcycles, combining adventure with a deep call to spiritual formation.
