Discipline: The Glad Surrender [Paperback]

Elisabeth Elliot (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1985

In our age of instant gratification and if-it-feels-good-do-it attitudes, self-discipline is hardly a popular notion. Former missionary and beloved author Elisabeth Elliot offers her understanding of discipline and its value for modern people.

Now repackaged for the next generation of Christians, Discipline: The Glad Surrender shows readers how to

-discipline the mind, body, possessions, time, and feelings
-overcome anxiety
-change poor habits and attitudes
-trust God in times of trial and hardship
-let Christ have control in all areas of life

Elliot masterfully and gently takes readers through Scripture, personal stories, and lovely observations of the world around her in order to help them discover the understanding that our fulfillment as human beings depends on our answer to God's call to obedience.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

"We have come to imagine that discipleship is somehow an 'extra.' . . . Yet to be a Christian in New Testament terms is to be a disciple. There are no two ways about it."

With honesty and grace, beloved author Elisabeth Elliot guides you to a deeper understanding of discipline. It is not merely self-improvement or developing specific routines. Discipline defines the very shape of the believer's life.

This book explores areas of discipline that you may not have considered before-the disciplines of:

-body
-mind
-place (honoring others)
-time
-possessions
-work
-feelings

Being a disciple means answering yes to God's call, gladly surrendering yourself to the Master's orders. Discover how to place every aspect of your life under God's authority and find happiness and freedom there.

Elisabeth Elliot, one of the outstanding women of present-day Christianity, is the author of more than twenty books, including Passion and Purity, The Journals of Jim Elliot, and These Strange Ashes. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

About the Author

Elisabeth Elliot, one of the outstanding women of present-day Christianity, is the author of more than twenty books, including Passion and Purity, The Journals of Jim Elliot, and These Strange Ashes. She and her husband, Lars Gren, live in Magnolia, Massachusetts. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 168 pages
• Publisher: Fleming H Revell Co (April 1985)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0800751957
• ISBN-13: 978-0800751951
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.7 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #869,453 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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53 of 54 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book challenged and changed my life, September 22, 2000

By 

S. Ackerman (Greeley, CO USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Discipline: The Glad Surrender (Paperback)

This book cuts right to the chase for the Christian. Elliot puts forth the truth with a punch. I was personally challenged on how I live my life. As I read and reread this book it focused me on what is really important and that changed my life for the better. I refer to this book often and quote it more times than I can count. Excellent investment for any Christian wanting to grow and mature.

42 of 44 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Discipline: The Glad Surrender, March 24, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Discipline: The Glad Surrender (Paperback)

This is a really good book where Elisabeth Elliot draws from her own experience in surrendering to God. She speaks about how surrendering to discipline is something that will make life better rather than giving it all up. And like all of Elliot's books, it is incredibly well written.

32 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Discipline, the Glad Surrender, March 10, 2005

By 

Liisa R. Straub (Gilbert, AZ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Discipline: The Glad Surrender (Paperback)

I'm an avid Elisabeth Elliot reader and stumbled upon this classic while purchasing another one of her books.
Once again, Elliot goes back to the basics; outlining through her own experience and scripture what a disciplined life should look like. Her practicality and ability to share the truth in a clear and concise way are once again the foundation of her writing. It was refreshing and challenging to be reminded that a disciplined life doesn't happen spontaneously, but is rather a slow and painful process that requires daily dying to self and living for God. Elliot outlines chapter by chapter the quadrants of life and the benefits of being disciplined in each respective area. If you want to be challenged to see the eternal perspective in everyday life, this book is a must read!