Gems from Tozer

by A.W. Tozer

The book titled, Gems from Tozer , contains various selections from A.W. Tozer and provides an up front and pointedly direct snippet of Tozer's theology. The chapters of this book give a clear picture of Tozer and his unwillingness to accept lukewarm faith. Tozer challenges the believer to examine the heart and find God's supreme and eternal gift of salvation through His Son. Tozer reminds us that God's truth is creative, saving and transforming. Many theologians can pollute the Church with meaningless and trivial facts. However, Tozer contends that a theological fact becomes a shining truth of God through the simple act of obedience. This book, Gems from Tozer , is an excellent guide for any Christian who seeks to revive their faith in the Lord. A.W. Tozer illuminates the stagnancy of many of the churches that worship in His name, reminding the reader of the spiritual energy that the early Church had and also that faith, he says, does not turn back. The widest thing in the universe is not space, Tozer says, it is the potential capacity of the human heart. These words are empowering as well as challenging and will bring about true spiritual change, inspiring determination to make God the object of our devotion.

Genres: Christian, Christian Living, Nonfiction, Spirituality, Christian Non Fiction, Devotional, Theology

96 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1969

About the author

Aiden Wilson Tozer was an American evangelical pastor, speaker, writer, and editor. After coming to Christ at the age of seventeen, Tozer found his way into the Christian & Missionary Alliance denomination where he served for over forty years. In 1950, he was appointed by the denomination's General Council to be the editor of "The Alliance Witness" (now "Alliance Life").

Born into poverty in western Pennsylvania in 1897, Tozer died in May 1963 a self-educated man who had taught himself what he missed in high school and college due to his home situation. Though he wrote many books, two of them, "The Pursuit of God" and "The Knowledge of the Holy" are widely considered to be classics.

A.W. Tozer and his wife, Ada Cecelia Pfautz, had seven children, six boys and one girl.

Reviews

[Margaret Roberts · Rating 3 out of 5]

A compact book on some of the writings of A.W.Tozer in relation to topics such as faith, the church and the Holy Spirit. I enjoyed the book but it took me a little bit to get use to the fact that it was a collection of his writings combined on a topic in each chapter. Some chapters didn't flow as well on the theme as other ones.

[Mary Vogelsong · Rating 5 out of 5]

This little book is just the right size to encourage me to focus on one thought while I’m on hold on the phone, waiting in line at the post office, or as an addendum to my daily quiet time.
A.W. Tozer’s writings are time-tested and ring true to scripture. I am happy to have this slender volume to help me be more thoughtful about my daily walk with Jesus.

[Kent · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tozer excels at removing things which diminish the majesty of God in our culture and lives. What we think about God are the most important thoughts we will think. In many ways Tozer is telling us that our God is too small.

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tozer never disappoints. Every book I've ever read from him [necessarily] convicts me to the point of humility. I'm never not in need of humility.

[Helen Purdon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tozer packs power in his sentences. This little collection is perfect for bedside reminders upon waking or before closing ones eyes. He constantly reminds us that God deserves for no other reason than He is God who was the first in everything. we can claim nothing of our own and for that we give thanks.

[Kristin · Rating 3 out of 5]

For what this book is - an excerpt of many writings - it’s a wonderful collection. However, because it is a collection of many and not one fluid writing, it can be hard to follow at times. For that reason, I give it a 3 only. It has made me eager to read more of Tozer, though, and I think the editor would count that a win.

[Levi Friesen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Basically a selection of absolute bangers from Tozer's various writings, lined up for your perusal. Lots of thought-provokers; many questions that flow from the Bible's teaching that aren't asked nearly often enough.

[Karen R. Dickson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tozer hits home no matter what he's written, and this little book is a great way to get to know his work. I've read several of Tozer's books, and will always be happy to read another, and this collection is well done.

[Sharon Zink · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excerpts from Tozer's books arranged into chapters. Very inspirational.

[Sarah Riley · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is small, but packs a huge punch! I used it as a daily devotional and would highly recommend anything from Tozer.

[Chris · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a collection of teaching statements from the author's various books arranged topically in chapters... very enlightening.

[Gary · Rating 2 out of 5]

I hardly remember reading this so any real review would be unfair. Tozer had a memorable way of putting things--truths and falsehoods and Tozerisms.

[Laura Coulter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tozer is incredible and spiritually refreshing.