Knowing God

by J. I Packer, Kevin J. Vanhoozer (Foreword)

Over 1 Million Copies Sold! Experience J. I. Packer's Classic Resource for Deepening Your Christian Walk For over fifty years, Knowing God by J.I. Packer has helped Christians around the world discover the wonder, the glory, and the joy of knowing God. This timeless work invites readers to explore the profound joy of both knowing about God and knowing Him personally through a close relationship with Jesus Christ. Drawing from Packer's rich theological insight, Knowing God blends deep spiritual truths with practical guidance, helping believers renew their understanding of God’s character and His faithful love. Named one of the top fifty books that have shaped evangelicals by Christianity Today, this inspiring resource bridges head knowledge and heartfelt devotion, making it a must-read for those yearning to deepen their spiritual walk. Pair this enduring classic with its companion resources available from IVP, including the Knowing God Bible Study, Study Guide, and Devotional Journal, for a deeply enriching experience. Knowing God Time-Tested Continues to guide readers for over half a century as a bestseller with over 1 million copies sold Spiritual Thoughtfully unpacks essential Christian truths to strengthen your faith Engaging Combines theological depth with an accessible, practical approach. Award-Winning Recognized as a foundational work for evangelical Christians
Discover the wonder and glory of truly knowing God through this classic book that continues to inspire and transform lives. "A hundred years from now only a handful of books written today will still be widely read and accepted as Christian classics. Dr. James I. Packer's Knowing God may well prove to be one of them. A gifted theologian and writer, Dr. Packer has the rare ability to deal with profound and basic spiritual truths in a practical and highly readable way. This book will help every reader grasp in a fuller way one of the Bible's greatest that we can know God personally because God wants us to know him.” – Billy Graham

Genres: Theology, Faith

304 pages, Hardcover

Published October 3, 2023

Reviews

[Aaron Irlbacher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Are you ready for the tour? Packer is your tour guide, and he will serve you well, pointing out some of the most interesting, beautiful, and practical aspects of this brief walk through this old house called “Theology”. Packer is no boring, academically minded tour guide, but an obviously passionate guide who cares deeply about you as the visitor. Packer’s aim is never merely to give you facts. He is always focused on connecting your heart to those facts so that you’ll see all the beauty and benefit he sees. Packer wants you to follow him through this house to inspire you to build your home using the same ancient pattern. This old house is built on the rock, and it has stood the test of time.

[Laura Leilani · Rating 5 out of 5]

Over the course of my life I’ve read through the Bible dozens of times and thought I had a pretty accurate idea of who God is and what He is like. I realize now how wrong I was. This book really opened my eyes. There is so much more to God than I had realized. This book is life changing.

[Lucia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finished and immediately would read it again. So full of rich truth and depth. Grateful to have read and discussed along with a friend. Spurned such encouraging conversations about the character of our great God. Used examples from the book over and over in conversation and as encouragement. Will definitely read again.

[Kelsey Worley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredible!!!!!

[JK · Rating 5 out of 5]

I feel like it might take a couple reads to grasp all that this book has to offer! Ultimately I just want to know GOD more and this book was extremely helpful in that pursuit!

[Jorge Rivera · Rating 5 out of 5]

Una obra clásica que explora la majestad, el amor y la gracia de Dios, y te anima a vivir una vida centrada en Él.

[Collin Smith · Rating 3 out of 5]

With the high praise this book gets I thought I would like it more than I did. It's a good introduction to theology and appreciation for the God of Christianity, but I found it to be more of a mental exercise than one of the heart. I also did not agree with how far Packer seems to take the elimination of the use of images (such as even having a picture of Jesus on your wall in your home), making this the subject of a full chapter.