Long Obedience in the Same Direction: Discipleship in an Instant Society

by Eugene H. Peterson, Lloyd James (narrator), christianaudio.com (publisher)

This world is no friend to grace. God has given us some resources, however. As we grow in character qualities like hope, patience, repentance and joy, we ill grow in our ability to persevere. The biblical passages in these studies offer encouragement to continue in the path Christ has set forth for us.

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Published January 7, 2009

About the author

Eugene H. Peterson was a pastor, scholar, author, and poet. For many years he was James M. Houston Professor of Spiritual Theology at Regent College in Vancouver, British Columbia. He also served as founding pastor of Christ Our King Presbyterian Church in Bel Air, Maryland. He had written over thirty books, including Gold Medallion Book Award winner The Message: The Bible in Contemporary Language a contemporary translation of the Bible. After retiring from full-time teaching, Eugene and his wife Jan lived in the Big Sky Country of rural Montana. He died in October 2018.

Reviews

[Kent · Rating 4 out of 5]

Reminds me of "Everything Is Never Enough" by Bobbie Jamieson, but on Psalms 120–134.

[Cara Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a plunge into reality! The author and narrative is relatable, and the style is compelling. Even the epilogue was moving! This book inspired me in my personal Holy War. Would recommend!