The purpose of this book is to bring together in one convenient volume some of the best devotional verse the English language affords, and thus to make available to present day Christians a rich spiritual heritage which the greater number of them for various reasons do not now enjoy. I have not hesitated to apply the term "mystical" to the material I have collected here, though I readily admit that fewer than half a dozen of the men and women who would be called true mystics in the strict classical sense will be found here. Such names as Eckhart, Ruysbroeck, John of the Cross, Teresa, Rolle,...

The purpose of this book is to bring together in one convenient volume some of the best devotional verse the English language affords, and thus to make available to present day Christians a rich spiritual heritage which the greater number of them for various reasons do not now enjoy. I have not hesitated to apply the term "mystical" to the material I have collected here, though I readily admit that fewer than half a dozen of the men and women who would be called true mystics in the strict classical sense will be found here. Such names as Eckhart, Ruysbroeck, John of the Cross, Teresa, Rolle,...

Written by Christian pastor Aiden Wilson Tozer, The Pursuit of God is seen by some people as one of the most influential Christian books published in the last 50 years.

Written by Christian pastor Aiden Wilson Tozer, The Pursuit of God is seen by some people as one of the most influential Christian books published in the last 50 years.

Written by Christian pastor Aiden Wilson Tozer, The Pursuit of God is seen by some people as one of the most influential Christian books published in the last 50 years.

2011 Reprint of 1957 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. Although never considered to be a popular speaker nor prolific writer, A. W. Tozer's audiences did appreciate what he had to say, and he was probably the most widely read Christian writer of his time. "Keys to the Deeper Life" contains four of his best-known essays and editorials. In them he rigorously examines many of the failings and foibles of his day. Although most were written more than three decades ago, the insights they offer are as fresh and thought-provoking as the...

A. W. Tozer's conversion as a teenager was as sincere as it was complete, and preceded an inspired career in the ministry. His personal experiences and his depth of commitment to the Gospel informed his calling. Combined with his talent for the written word, Tozer's faith led to his collection of spiritual writings. The Pursuit of God is arguably one of his most moving works, detailing the process of building a more intimate relationship with God through Jesus Christ.