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A Long Obedience in the Same Direction: Discipleship in an Instant Society (The IVP Signature Collection),New
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Over 200,000 Copies SoldSince Eugene Peterson wrote this spiritual formation classic more than forty years ago, hundreds of thousands of Christians have been inspired by its call to deeper discipleship. Our society is still obsessed with quick fixes. But Peterson's timetested prescription for discipleship remains the samea long obedience in the same direction.Following Jesus requires a deepening life of prayer, and throughout history Christians have learned to pray from the Psalms. Peterson finds particular encouragement for today's pilgrims in the Songs of Ascents (Psalms 120134). With prophetic and pastoral wisdom, he shows how the psalms teach us to grow in worship, service, joy, work, humility, community, and blessing.Now including a bibliography of Peterson's works, A Long Obedience in the Same Direction is available as part of the IVP Signature Collection, which features special editions of iconic books in celebration of the seventyfifth anniversary of InterVarsity Press. A companion Bible study guide is also available.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'A Long Obedience in the Same Direction'? A: The main theme of the book is the call to deeper discipleship and the importance of a sustained commitment to following Jesus in a society focused on quick fixes.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Eugene H. Peterson, known for his work in spiritual formation and biblical scholarship.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the significance of prayer, worship, and community, particularly through the lens of the Psalms, as guides for spiritual growth.
- Q: Is there a study guide available for this book? A: Yes, a companion Bible study guide is available to help readers delve deeper into the themes and teachings presented in the book.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition is a paperback binding, making it flexible and easy to handle for reading and study.
- Q: How many pages is the book? A: The book contains 224 pages, providing a thorough exploration of its themes.
- Q: When was 'A Long Obedience in the Same Direction' published? A: The book was published on May 11, 2021.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The item condition is listed as 'Good', indicating it has been previously used but is still in satisfactory shape.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book falls under the category of 'Spiritual Growth'.
- Q: Are there any additional resources for further reading? A: Yes, the book includes a bibliography of Peterson's works for readers interested in exploring more of his writings.