Furious Pursuit: Why God Will Never Let You Go [Paperback]

Tim King (Author), Frank Martin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 18, 2006

You’re not defined by what you’ve done.
You’re defined by Who pursues you.

What if you could believe that God not only chases you, but has yet to leave your side for a second, has yet to go a minute without courting you, whispering in your heart, I’m right here? What if you could believe that God is never distant, never out of reach, never indifferent to what’s going on in your life? Would that make a difference in your relationship with him?

And what if you could go a step further and believe that God’s pursuit has nothing to do with your level of faithfulness? He is just as near, and just as vigilant in his pursuit, regardless of your dedication to the spiritual disciplines, and in spite of your struggle with sin.

Because of his nature, it is impossible for God not to pursue you. In Furious Pursuit, Tim King and Frank Martin invite you to lay down the smaller story of your life and instead tap into the Larger Story. To begin today by allowing God to transform the nature of your relationship with him. To stop chasing God and start embracing the Romance that is already well under way.

Begin today! Open yourself to God’s Furious Pursuit.


Companion workbook also available.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

King and Martin share common theological takes on the patterns of God's faithfulness, noting that too many Christians judge their spiritual vitality on the basis of their own strivings and successes. While Christians are commanded to seek and pursue God, the authors assert that it is God's unconditional love and passionate pursuit of his children that makes the relationship happen—and endure. Cleverly, the entire text is presented as a divine romance where the writers introduce the premise of humanity being wooed by God. At this initial stage of the romance, God offers believing Christians hope and healing in exchange for fear, pain and loneliness. On the heels of this dizzying pursuit, love-struck Christians encounter the nurturing courtship stage, where individuals discover identity and meaning in life. Finally, at last, the commitment of long-term marriage is extended as God invites a lover's response of pure and permanently binding devotion. As evenly as this readable material is put forth, the book lacks emotional engagement, which weakens any impact it might have engendered had the message been offered with a livelier voice. (July 18)
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Praise for Furious Pursuit

“These days, I’m more inclined to think God’s anthropology–what God thinks about us–packs more heft and punch than our theology–what we think about God. Tim King and Frank Martin seem to think so too, and have written a book that draws us into the wideness and deepness of God’s heart, showing us His fierce and tender affection even for sinners like me. King and Martin remind us that the good news has nothing to do with how good we are, only how loved.”
– Mark Buchanan, author of The Rest of God and The Holy Wild

“The message of this book can’t be stated often enough: God loves us. Oh yes, he does. Furious Pursuit shows us that God’s love is active and vibrant and on the chase for you and me. Others have said this before, but Furious Pursuit takes us one step further.”
–Scot McKnight, author of The Jesus Creed and Embracing Grace

“If you’re sick and tired of spiritual to-do lists, religious shoulds and oughts, and the self-hatred that comes from feeling unacceptable, you’ll find in Furious Pursuit better news of a better story. Tim King and Frank Martin have given us powerful truth, well-told."
–Brian McLaren, pastor, author of A New Kind of Christian and The Secret Message of Jesus

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Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: WaterBrook Press (July 18, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1400071496
• ISBN-13: 978-1400071494
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.5 x 9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #976,711 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Furious Pursuit, July 18, 2006

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Allen D. Brooks "Allen" (Morristown, TN) - See all my reviews
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This is an excellent book for discovering how God has always loved and pursued mankind. Tim does an excellent review of explaining that God has always wanted willing hearts to respond to His love. Fear has never been a variable in God's love. Tim explains in detail that God has always been our lover and is furious to draw us into relationship with him.
Tim King and Frank Martin deserves 5 stars. Should be a read for everyone who wants to better understand God.
Rev. Allen Brooks, Tennessee

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally, September 3, 2006

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Fred DeFalco (Boca Raton, Fl USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Furious Pursuit: Why God Will Never Let You Go (Paperback)

It is very refreshing to read a work that really describes the true meaning of our relationship with God.

God is so much bigger then our small stories.

I could not put the book down once I began.

Thank you Mr. King for a marvelous work.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Ultimate Love Relationship, August 20, 2006

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J. E. Bornert - See all my reviews
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This delightful book reminds me of God's unconditional love for us. He loves us and actively seeks us for a love relationship. To realize that God is personal, loving, open, seeking, and desiring His best for me - whatever my shortcomings - is breathtaking. Read it, enjoy it, and forever live in the presence of our loving Creator. God is the Master Designer. Live as He designed you! For love.