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Root of the Righteous
Tapping the Bedrock of True Spirituality God commands Christians to both bear fruit and be rooted in Christ. But one comes before the other. In this collection of short essays, Tozer writes about the need for communion with God in the life of the believer. He critiques the focus on fruit and not on the Fount, offering thoughtful and practical insights for living the nourished life. For the Christian eager to bear fruit-the busy one bearing little, the young one wanting growth, or the long-timer feeling discouraged- The Root of the Righteous is indispensable. May Tozer bring you to the center, to the Vine, that you may bear fruit for your joy and God's good pleasure.
160 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1955
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About the author
A.W. Tozer
664 books2,096 followersAiden 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.
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.
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June 18, 2013
This short 160 page book has 46 chapters of several pages each. Although the chapters were brief, the truths contained therein were powerful. I enjoy Tozer's direct style and convicting truth. This is the second book of his that I have read (The "Pursuit of God" being the first). It would not be far-fetched to state that Tozer's works remind me of Spurgeon...full of truth, hard hitting, and quite convicting.
I like that Tozer addresses the church at large and although written in the 1950's, everything penned in this book is as applicable as the day it was written.
I highly recommend this book to any and all Christians who have a thirst and passionate desire to grow in walk with God.
I will finish this recommendation with a snippet from one of the last chapters of the book:
"The man who has met God is not looking for something-he has found it; he is not searching for light-upon him the Light has already shined. His certainty may seem bigoted, but his is the assurance of one who knows by experience. His religion is not hearsay; he is not a copy, nor a facsimile print; he is an original from the hand of the Holy Ghost.
We have not here described a superior saint-merely a true Christian, far from perfect and with much yet to learn; but his firsthand acquaintance with God saves him from the nervous scramble in which the world is engaged and which is popularly touted as progress."
I like that Tozer addresses the church at large and although written in the 1950's, everything penned in this book is as applicable as the day it was written.
I highly recommend this book to any and all Christians who have a thirst and passionate desire to grow in walk with God.
I will finish this recommendation with a snippet from one of the last chapters of the book:
"The man who has met God is not looking for something-he has found it; he is not searching for light-upon him the Light has already shined. His certainty may seem bigoted, but his is the assurance of one who knows by experience. His religion is not hearsay; he is not a copy, nor a facsimile print; he is an original from the hand of the Holy Ghost.
We have not here described a superior saint-merely a true Christian, far from perfect and with much yet to learn; but his firsthand acquaintance with God saves him from the nervous scramble in which the world is engaged and which is popularly touted as progress."
October 20, 2023
Always love Tozer. Just gold. Here are some quotes.
“Nothing twists and deforms the soul more than a low or unworthy conception of God.”
“Instinctively we try to be like our God, and if He is conceived to be stern and exacting, so will we ourselves be.”
“Keep your heart open to the correction of the Lord and be ready to receive His chastisement regardless of who holds the whip.”
“The abuse of a harmless thing is the essence of Sin.”
“Contentment with earthly goods is the mark of a saint; contentment with our spiritual state is a mark of inward blindness.”
“It is no sin to doubt some things, but it may be fatal to believe everything.”
“It is doubtful whether God can bless a man greatly until He has heart him deeply.”
“Nothing twists and deforms the soul more than a low or unworthy conception of God.”
“Instinctively we try to be like our God, and if He is conceived to be stern and exacting, so will we ourselves be.”
“Keep your heart open to the correction of the Lord and be ready to receive His chastisement regardless of who holds the whip.”
“The abuse of a harmless thing is the essence of Sin.”
“Contentment with earthly goods is the mark of a saint; contentment with our spiritual state is a mark of inward blindness.”
“It is no sin to doubt some things, but it may be fatal to believe everything.”
“It is doubtful whether God can bless a man greatly until He has heart him deeply.”
June 24, 2020
In his style, Tozer takes on major hypocrisies and issues in the contemporary church and modern-day Christian. Lots of challenges and invitations to obey the command of Jesus to "deny yourself, take up your cross and follow". Enjoyed this very much. This would work well as a devotional.
September 14, 2021
I absolutely loved this book. Tozer’s style of writing and pure explanation of solid truth reminded me often of Lewis. He never shies away from truth in these essays and he consistently causes you to think about spiritual issues in ways you have never considered them before. Yet he does not talk over your head- the entirety of the book is clear and understandable. You do not have to be a theologian to appreciate Tozer.
Truly a must read for every believer!!
Truly a must read for every believer!!
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April 17, 2025"True Bible faith is the one who has put himself in a position where he cannot go back. His faith has resulted in an everlasting and irrevocable committal, and however strongly he may be tempted he always replies, 'Lord, to whom shall we go?'"
May 30, 2020
Solid and always challenging meditations on different topics in light of God's Word and our belonging to Christ. Tozer is always good to challenge you to examine your own walk and love for Jesus.
July 4, 2023
This isn't what I expected at all. It feels like a huge airing of grievances and quite a scolding for the modern church. Much of it is warranted, but after a while, it gets old.
October 26, 2022
So much wisdom in this short book
August 23, 2024
Top book of the summer, I think. A must read for all Christians (nominal and serious alike).
October 6, 2020
**5 out of 5 stars**
Rich and full of truth for everyday life.
Rich and full of truth for everyday life.
August 18, 2024
A.W. Tozer is one of my favourite Christian authors and this book provides great wisdom on different perspectives of the Christian life and continually being rooted in Jesus. The book is composed of many short chapters (roughly around 2-4 pages each) that build up from one another and provide great insight about certain things that a Christian would experience in their life.
May 21, 2015
There is no lasting life apart from the root. Much that passes for Christianity today is the brief, bright effort of the severed branch to bring its fruit in its season.
A.W. Tozer is not for the faint of heart. My heart is always troubled when I read his works. But yet somehow I am also encouraged. I am encouraged that we have a great God and AW Tozer is one that wants his readers to know that. His truth, if you are not careful is easy to choke on, however, chew the truth slowly and compare it to the work of Christ and the character of God and pray fully consider his teaching.
This study is short little chapters..(Probably to ease the choking)..And the focus is the root of our righteousness in Christ. The root of our righteousness is not something to think lightly of but to savor our great salvation. In order for our roots to grow deeply, we must have the discipline of cultivation and in that cultivation to grow in the knowledge of God. This is something that has no ending for the Christian. If we claim to know everything about God then I am afraid we know nothing about him at all. He is not the God of all things but a god that is made in your image.
We please Him most, not by frantically trying to make ourselves good, but by throwing ourselves into His arms with our imperfections, and believing that He understands everything and loves us still. As always Tozer brings his readers to hard truths, he also brings them to a loving God.
When considering a pastor, the average church asks, in effect, “Is this man worthy to speak to us?” I suppose such a question is valid, but there is another one more in keeping with the circumstances, it is, “Are we worthy to hear this man?” An attitude of humility on the part of the hearers would secure for them a great deal more light from whatever sized candle the Lord might be pleased to send them. It is in true humility that true repentance is born. It is in true humility where we are awestruck by whom God is. It is in true humility, reality is lived. That is the root of righteousness.
A Special Thank You to Moody Publishers and Netgalley for ARC and the opportunity to post an honest review.
A.W. Tozer is not for the faint of heart. My heart is always troubled when I read his works. But yet somehow I am also encouraged. I am encouraged that we have a great God and AW Tozer is one that wants his readers to know that. His truth, if you are not careful is easy to choke on, however, chew the truth slowly and compare it to the work of Christ and the character of God and pray fully consider his teaching.
This study is short little chapters..(Probably to ease the choking)..And the focus is the root of our righteousness in Christ. The root of our righteousness is not something to think lightly of but to savor our great salvation. In order for our roots to grow deeply, we must have the discipline of cultivation and in that cultivation to grow in the knowledge of God. This is something that has no ending for the Christian. If we claim to know everything about God then I am afraid we know nothing about him at all. He is not the God of all things but a god that is made in your image.
We please Him most, not by frantically trying to make ourselves good, but by throwing ourselves into His arms with our imperfections, and believing that He understands everything and loves us still. As always Tozer brings his readers to hard truths, he also brings them to a loving God.
When considering a pastor, the average church asks, in effect, “Is this man worthy to speak to us?” I suppose such a question is valid, but there is another one more in keeping with the circumstances, it is, “Are we worthy to hear this man?” An attitude of humility on the part of the hearers would secure for them a great deal more light from whatever sized candle the Lord might be pleased to send them. It is in true humility that true repentance is born. It is in true humility where we are awestruck by whom God is. It is in true humility, reality is lived. That is the root of righteousness.
A Special Thank You to Moody Publishers and Netgalley for ARC and the opportunity to post an honest review.
May 20, 2016
Yes, 5 stars.
Somehow, this is the first work of A.W. Tozer I have had the opportunity to read. I have many favorite Christian writers and commentators, and Tozer has just jumped to the higher reaches of that list.
Many very good books have numerous sections that I will bracket or underline so that I can find them quickly in the future. The Root of the Righteous was one of those rare books where I didn't bother underlining anything, because basically I felt the entire text to be worthy of underlining! The 46 chapters are very short (perfect for a daily devotional reading), and incredibly dense with spiritual insight. As I read them, I got the distinct impression that Tozer had not sat at the feet of other great Christian teachers when learning of the Faith, but rather that he had sat at the feet of The Teacher, the Holy Spirit. This makes sense to me just from what I understand of Tozer's deep prayer life, and the importance he places on prayer in his writing (and teaching). Men like Tozer probably exist in the world today, but I often wonder whether we are slowly losing the capacity to produce them, especially in the West, with our culture of electronic distractions, infinite tides of information, ever more demands (many legitimate) on our time, etc.
If you have a little time each day and are interested in reading something outside the Bible, I present A.W. Tozer. Moody Publishers recently acquired his catalog and is republishing it.
Somehow, this is the first work of A.W. Tozer I have had the opportunity to read. I have many favorite Christian writers and commentators, and Tozer has just jumped to the higher reaches of that list.
Many very good books have numerous sections that I will bracket or underline so that I can find them quickly in the future. The Root of the Righteous was one of those rare books where I didn't bother underlining anything, because basically I felt the entire text to be worthy of underlining! The 46 chapters are very short (perfect for a daily devotional reading), and incredibly dense with spiritual insight. As I read them, I got the distinct impression that Tozer had not sat at the feet of other great Christian teachers when learning of the Faith, but rather that he had sat at the feet of The Teacher, the Holy Spirit. This makes sense to me just from what I understand of Tozer's deep prayer life, and the importance he places on prayer in his writing (and teaching). Men like Tozer probably exist in the world today, but I often wonder whether we are slowly losing the capacity to produce them, especially in the West, with our culture of electronic distractions, infinite tides of information, ever more demands (many legitimate) on our time, etc.
If you have a little time each day and are interested in reading something outside the Bible, I present A.W. Tozer. Moody Publishers recently acquired his catalog and is republishing it.
June 19, 2018
Tozer is always challenging and comforting. Challenging in that he calls us to nothing less than complete surrender to God. Comforting in that he points us to the goodness and power of God. We can surrender all because God is wholly trustworthy.
This collection of essays guides us into a deeper communion with God. Some of my favorite quotes:
“Much that passes for Christianity today is the brief bright effort of the severed branch to bring forth its fruit in its season.”
“The temptation to make our relation to God judicial instead of personal is very strong.”
“The fellowship of God is delightful beyond all telling. He communes with His redeemed ones in an easy, uninhibited fellowship that is restful and healing to the soul.”
“True moral wisdom must always be an echo of God's voice.”
“We fear extremes and shy away from too much ardor in religion as if it were possible to have too much love or too much faith or too much holiness.”
And these are all from the first few chapters. This book isn’t simply worth reading, it’s worth meditating on.
This collection of essays guides us into a deeper communion with God. Some of my favorite quotes:
“Much that passes for Christianity today is the brief bright effort of the severed branch to bring forth its fruit in its season.”
“The temptation to make our relation to God judicial instead of personal is very strong.”
“The fellowship of God is delightful beyond all telling. He communes with His redeemed ones in an easy, uninhibited fellowship that is restful and healing to the soul.”
“True moral wisdom must always be an echo of God's voice.”
“We fear extremes and shy away from too much ardor in religion as if it were possible to have too much love or too much faith or too much holiness.”
And these are all from the first few chapters. This book isn’t simply worth reading, it’s worth meditating on.
September 5, 2015
This was an excellent and encouraging read! Tozer's style is very casual and conversational and easy to understand. I also appreciated that the chapters were short and topical. This is my kind of book. I would definitely recommend it!
July 29, 2019
A.W. Tozer gives 46 devotional thoughts wrapping around the idea of the individuals development in godliness. The topics varied around true worship, cruciformity, being over doing, love by faith and not sight, etc. Tozer, in his conviction and piercing writing style, is perfect for the new believer that needs the commander-style discipler, learning the values of discipline and consistency in devotion. Though this is the highlight of the book (of the author mainly) it is also the lowlight.
Tozer does not seem to have taken the step from young, developing religion into the mature non-dualistic spirituality of an elder. This is seen by his contradictory writing. At the end of his chapter "To Be Not To Do" (chapter 21) Tozer states, "The message 'Christ in you, the hope of glory' (Col. 1:27) needs to be restored to the Church. We must show a new generation of nervous, almost frantic, Christians that power lies at the center of the life.... The desire to be dramatically active is proof of our religious infantilism; it is a type of exhibitionism common to the kindergarten" (92). The point is valid, but in the context of the rest of the book, it is confusing. Tozer writes as a schoolmaster, harking at actions and simultaneously shaming the being. Is it not a contradiction to value the inner life by whipping the body? To continue this point, Tozer later writes how "we can work and walk without music and if we have true faith we can walk with God without feeling" (153). This is said within a paragraph that has so much potential to lean towards a stage theory, dark-night-of-the-soulesque type understanding, yet stops too short. I believe in Tozer's hard pressed teaching, but only for the immature believer that needs the power of discipline and self-control within his journey. However, for him to infuse his schoolmaster style with teachings that "seem" mature yet is not fully fleshed out is confusing for the reader and frustrating for those trying to make it past the hump of immature to mature religion. For that reason, this book receives its two stars.
Tozer does not seem to have taken the step from young, developing religion into the mature non-dualistic spirituality of an elder. This is seen by his contradictory writing. At the end of his chapter "To Be Not To Do" (chapter 21) Tozer states, "The message 'Christ in you, the hope of glory' (Col. 1:27) needs to be restored to the Church. We must show a new generation of nervous, almost frantic, Christians that power lies at the center of the life.... The desire to be dramatically active is proof of our religious infantilism; it is a type of exhibitionism common to the kindergarten" (92). The point is valid, but in the context of the rest of the book, it is confusing. Tozer writes as a schoolmaster, harking at actions and simultaneously shaming the being. Is it not a contradiction to value the inner life by whipping the body? To continue this point, Tozer later writes how "we can work and walk without music and if we have true faith we can walk with God without feeling" (153). This is said within a paragraph that has so much potential to lean towards a stage theory, dark-night-of-the-soulesque type understanding, yet stops too short. I believe in Tozer's hard pressed teaching, but only for the immature believer that needs the power of discipline and self-control within his journey. However, for him to infuse his schoolmaster style with teachings that "seem" mature yet is not fully fleshed out is confusing for the reader and frustrating for those trying to make it past the hump of immature to mature religion. For that reason, this book receives its two stars.
May 19, 2019
This is a book of forty-six short articles that originally appeared as editorials in a publication known as The Alliance Weekly. It was also heavily quoted in Gary Moon's excellent book Becoming Dallas Willard.
The first sentence of this wonderful little book is this: "One marked difference between the faith of our fathers as conceived by the fathers and the same faith as understood and lived by their children is that the fathers were concerned with the root of the matter, while their present-day descendants seem concerned only with the fruit."
Beginning with a loud "bang," the book never slows down from there. This work by Tozer is a tremendous tool for the spiritual life of the Christian. It begins with the premise that it is the root that we need to focus on, more than the fruit. Fruit is good, of course. It's biblical. But good fruit only comes when the root is healthy.
Each of the forty-six chapters is less than five pages. Most of them are probably less than four. They come with titles such as "The Root of the Righteous," "Listen to the Man Who Listens to God," "No Regeneration without Reformation," "The Cross Is a Radical Thing," "To Be or to Do," "The Whole Life Must Pray," "No Saviorhood without Lordship," and many more.
I read the whole book in the space of twenty-four hours (my wife and I were on a getaway weekend at a cabin). I am currently using a devotional book that will end by the end of this month (March 2019). I plan to re-read this one next, during my devotional times in the mornings, because it is a perfect format for that. I want to get as much out of this gem as I can.
It's my first experience with Tozer, outside of others quoting him, and I will certainly be going after more.
The first sentence of this wonderful little book is this: "One marked difference between the faith of our fathers as conceived by the fathers and the same faith as understood and lived by their children is that the fathers were concerned with the root of the matter, while their present-day descendants seem concerned only with the fruit."
Beginning with a loud "bang," the book never slows down from there. This work by Tozer is a tremendous tool for the spiritual life of the Christian. It begins with the premise that it is the root that we need to focus on, more than the fruit. Fruit is good, of course. It's biblical. But good fruit only comes when the root is healthy.
Each of the forty-six chapters is less than five pages. Most of them are probably less than four. They come with titles such as "The Root of the Righteous," "Listen to the Man Who Listens to God," "No Regeneration without Reformation," "The Cross Is a Radical Thing," "To Be or to Do," "The Whole Life Must Pray," "No Saviorhood without Lordship," and many more.
I read the whole book in the space of twenty-four hours (my wife and I were on a getaway weekend at a cabin). I am currently using a devotional book that will end by the end of this month (March 2019). I plan to re-read this one next, during my devotional times in the mornings, because it is a perfect format for that. I want to get as much out of this gem as I can.
It's my first experience with Tozer, outside of others quoting him, and I will certainly be going after more.
January 4, 2025
This book is a series of short sermons on issues that promote or hinder true righteousness. It discusses topics such as a wrong concept of God, a true conversion, hearing and receiving God's truths, sanctification, admonition, dependence on God, being renewed and transformed, and confronting unholiness before a holy God. The ideas that stuck with me most were in chapter 4, 12 and 39. In chapter 4, Tozer advises the reader not to listen to anyone that doesn't listen to God (PG 21). In chapter 12, Tozer says that true faith transforms a life. The person is committed to God and can't go back to how it was before. In chapter 39, Tozer uses imagery of a hammer and a nail as tools God uses to build, and a file or furnace as methods of purification or adjustment. He says the church is no longer letting God mold us, but rather seeking comfort and salvation from the unpleasantness of sanctification.
An easy-to-read book of short sermons that works well as a devotional. I have to admit though that I lost track of how each of the 46 topics apply to righteousness. The first chapter is called the Root of Righteousness, and 15 or so chapters after that touch on parts of righteousness, but after that it just seems like good, godly observations edited into a book.
Tozer says in the first chapter that righteousness comes from the root of a branch on the vine, not a severed branch. I would have liked more of a discussion on how to be right with God, how to be a branch on the vine. These sermons are good, but abstract and there's no application or how to do things mentioned in the chapters.
An easy-to-read book of short sermons that works well as a devotional. I have to admit though that I lost track of how each of the 46 topics apply to righteousness. The first chapter is called the Root of Righteousness, and 15 or so chapters after that touch on parts of righteousness, but after that it just seems like good, godly observations edited into a book.
Tozer says in the first chapter that righteousness comes from the root of a branch on the vine, not a severed branch. I would have liked more of a discussion on how to be right with God, how to be a branch on the vine. These sermons are good, but abstract and there's no application or how to do things mentioned in the chapters.
July 2, 2020
I clearly have a problem -- this is my fourth A. W. Tozer book this year, and I still want more.
Like his other books, the insights in The Root of the Righteous appear to be timeless; it was written more than 50 years ago but the issues he addresses in the church still happen today. The personal issues will always apply, I'm sure, as I doubt human nature will ever change.
So what is this book?
It's a collection of essays to encourage and challenge you in all aspects of your spiritual walk, individually and as part of the church. I love that the essays are only 2-4 pages long (and they're small pages) because they're so packed with good information that you really need time to digest and meditate on what you read.
Who should read this book?
Anyone who's frustrated with their Christian life and wants to know why it's not easy. Anyone wanting more out of their Christian walk. Anyone wanting a deeper relationship with God or some insight as to why life's hard but that's okay.
I'm keeping this book to read again. I'm sure I'll need these reminders in the future.
Like his other books, the insights in The Root of the Righteous appear to be timeless; it was written more than 50 years ago but the issues he addresses in the church still happen today. The personal issues will always apply, I'm sure, as I doubt human nature will ever change.
So what is this book?
It's a collection of essays to encourage and challenge you in all aspects of your spiritual walk, individually and as part of the church. I love that the essays are only 2-4 pages long (and they're small pages) because they're so packed with good information that you really need time to digest and meditate on what you read.
Who should read this book?
Anyone who's frustrated with their Christian life and wants to know why it's not easy. Anyone wanting more out of their Christian walk. Anyone wanting a deeper relationship with God or some insight as to why life's hard but that's okay.
I'm keeping this book to read again. I'm sure I'll need these reminders in the future.
September 30, 2022
Each chapter is short making this a very quick read. Each chapter is filled with the little nuggets that Tozer is known for. There were a couple of chapters, as is usual in almost all books, that I didn't quite get much out of, but these were few. Many of them found you sitting there and contemplating just a little further on the thoughts that he put forth. You also found yourself wondering, "If you thought that about the western church then what would you say today?" I believe his heart would be broken. Not for those looking for words that will make them tell them how wonderful they are, but rather for those who are looking for truths to improve their walk with our great Lord. Tozer never did write the "feel good about yourself". He wanted truth to lead us into a richer relationship with out Savior.
May 4, 2025
In the incisive style I appreciated so much in The Knowledge of the Holy, Tozer writes on a wide range of topics regarding God’s character, the state of the church in the mid-twentieth century and the status of disciple making in his time.
One striking obseration was that as seminaries started squeezing life out of the gospel through approaching the Bible rationally, the culture responded by introducing upbeat gospel music to give the appearance of the spirit being present. Tozer in the 50’s was already grieving the ramifications of worship being replaced by entertainment.
He also was prophetic in observing the impact of segregating a call to saving faith from the acceptance of the Lordship of Jesus in all areas of a believer's life.
Each 4-5 page chapter moves fast and hits hard.
We could use more Tozer right now.
One striking obseration was that as seminaries started squeezing life out of the gospel through approaching the Bible rationally, the culture responded by introducing upbeat gospel music to give the appearance of the spirit being present. Tozer in the 50’s was already grieving the ramifications of worship being replaced by entertainment.
He also was prophetic in observing the impact of segregating a call to saving faith from the acceptance of the Lordship of Jesus in all areas of a believer's life.
Each 4-5 page chapter moves fast and hits hard.
We could use more Tozer right now.
June 30, 2022
Some of my favorite quotes:
“Our uncrucified flesh will rob us of purity of heart, Christ-likeness of character, spiritual insight, fruitfulness; and more than all, it will hide from us the vision of God’s face, that vision which has been the light of the earth and will be the completeness of Heaven.”
“It appears that too many Christians want to enjoy the thrill of feeling right but are not willing to endure the inconvenience of being right.”
“Undoubtedly the redemption in Christ Jesus has sufficient moral power to enable us to live in a state of purity and love where our whole life will be a prayer.”!!!
“Our uncrucified flesh will rob us of purity of heart, Christ-likeness of character, spiritual insight, fruitfulness; and more than all, it will hide from us the vision of God’s face, that vision which has been the light of the earth and will be the completeness of Heaven.”
“It appears that too many Christians want to enjoy the thrill of feeling right but are not willing to endure the inconvenience of being right.”
“Undoubtedly the redemption in Christ Jesus has sufficient moral power to enable us to live in a state of purity and love where our whole life will be a prayer.”!!!
November 18, 2025
I love Tozer
But like the rest of us mere mortals, even he was not the First Or the Last. God was there, ever knowing the “ending from the beginning.” This dear brother in Christ knew God and knew every over statement and speculation he’d make about, not God himself, but regarding his Teaching in His Majestic Word. There were many instances in the book when I felt strongly that this was true, mixing up his personal theology and doctrines with what the Word actually was saying.
But after all, I to am a mere mortal of whom God alone knows my beginning and ending. Stephen D Hoy
But like the rest of us mere mortals, even he was not the First Or the Last. God was there, ever knowing the “ending from the beginning.” This dear brother in Christ knew God and knew every over statement and speculation he’d make about, not God himself, but regarding his Teaching in His Majestic Word. There were many instances in the book when I felt strongly that this was true, mixing up his personal theology and doctrines with what the Word actually was saying.
But after all, I to am a mere mortal of whom God alone knows my beginning and ending. Stephen D Hoy
August 15, 2017
I have come to never tire of the works by AW Tozer.
I'm not certain why, but thought as I was listening to this book that, if I had only one to hear, this would be the one.
It likely is not so though. What is more likely is, that happens to be the state of my heart just now.
I thank my God nevertheless for this man having put in writing such richness about my God and his God.
I'm not certain why, but thought as I was listening to this book that, if I had only one to hear, this would be the one.
It likely is not so though. What is more likely is, that happens to be the state of my heart just now.
I thank my God nevertheless for this man having put in writing such richness about my God and his God.
October 31, 2023
This is a collection of short essays that may each stand alone. Tozer never shies away from telling it like it is, and the Christian church of the 1950s that he wrote about sounds much like the church of today. I always feel challenged by Tozer in a good, cleansing way. Great words from a true man of God.
February 15, 2018
Fantastic book. A compilation of short, densely packed chapters, or essays, that make for great meditative reading. Mr. Tozer is his typical self: refreshingly dogmatic and manly in his no-frills exhortation to Christians to be Christian... A novel idea. Unfortunately, as he was writing toward the beginning of the last century, much of what he fought for has since been smothered out by the shenanigans we now see in full bloom. Nevertheless, as in one of his chapters, entitled, “The Cross is a Radical Thing,” he details the strong grounds of our hope; Christ has overcome worse, and isn’t now suddenly in a sweat.
June 11, 2021
A very insightful book from Tozer who looks closely as what it means to live righteously. The chapters are short and concise but because there is so much theology, I could only work slowly through the book. Overall a timely and good read.
April 16, 2024
It’s hard to rate books like this. I’m not sure if I always agree with him, but then I question do I not agree because I am just feeling convicted? Many challenging nuggets from a man who was desirous of following the Lord well.
September 4, 2024
Tower’s writing is beautiful. In this book, he breaks down the simplicity of going back to our roots and focusing them back on God. He teaches how to build up strong roots and how to strengthen the roots we have in God alone.
August 1, 2017
Forget who told me about this book. But I always enjoy reading Tozer, and this book was no disappointment. It stirs and provokes the soul and mind toward God.
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