Secrets of the Generous Life: Reflections to Awaken the Spirit and Enrich the Soul

by Gordon MacDonald

Best-selling author Gordon MacDonald offers fresh insights on an underappreciated and often overlooked aspect of the Christian life, explaining why we are called to generous living, how to live that way, and why it brings such joy.

144 pages, Hardcover

First published September 20, 2002

About the author

Gordon MacDonald has been a pastor and author for over forty years. For many years he pastored Grace Chapel in Lexington, Massacusetts and continues to serve as Pastor Emertius. He has also provided leadership to influential ministries such as Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, which he served as President for three years, and World Relief, which he currently serves as Chairman. Gordon’s best-selling books include Ordering Your Private World, Mid-Course Correction and, most recently, A Resilient Life. He also writes and serves as Editor-at-Large for Christianity Today’s Leadership Journal. When not writing, leading or speaking at conferences, Gordon and his wife Gail can be found hiking the trails of New England.

Reviews

[Gregg · Rating 5 out of 5]

MacDonald always goes to motive. Practical. Humble. Honest.

[Ashley Jones · Rating 4 out of 5]

In researching the topic of generosity, I came across Secrets of the Generous Life by Gordon MacDonald. This little gem seems to cover all the bases--far more than I ever thought could be said about being generous! My main take-away: generosity isn't a one-time thing; it's the way every Christian should live his or her life. It should be a defining attribute of us as individuals and as a Church Body.

The format of the book is devotional-style, which allows the reader to consume just enough to be challenging so he can meditate on it all day long. However, the format isn't too distracting if you'd like to sit down and read through the book in a few sittings (like I did).

I simply haven't found a better book on the topic of generosity. I highly recommend it!