A best seller for more than a decade! This classic devotional and prayer book includes thematically arranged material for each week of the year as well as themes and schedules for 12 personal retreats. The authors have adopted the following daily format for this prayer book: daily invocations, readings, scripture, reflection, prayers, weekly hymns, benedictions and printed psalms. A deluxe gift edition is also available.
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Rueben P. Job is a retired United Methodist bishop with a lifelong interest in the spiritual life. He is the author or coauthor of numerous articles and six books.
Norman Shawchuck has served as pastor, professor, business president, spiritual director and author of numerous books and professional articles.
Norman Shawchuck has served as pastor, professor, business president, spiritual director and author of numerous books and professional articles.
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36 of 36 people found the following review helpful
By Linda Hoopes
Format:Perfect Paperback
December 1986 my family presented me with this book. I enjoy readings of William Barclay, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Carlo Carretto, Richard Foster, Carl Jung, C. S. Lewis, Henri J. Nouwen, Mother Teresa, Elton Trueblood, John Wesley, to name a few. But to have writings by these great authors compiled in one book is unimaginable. On top of that there are the lyrics of some of the most well known and loved hymns included in this book. There are monthly retreat models that can be done individually or with a group. The story "A Doll of Salt" by Anthony Bloom is a wonderful simile of our developing relationship with God. I have highlighted, written in the margins, and dogeared so many pages that I had to get a second copy because the first one is falling apart (and it was the leather bound copy). The readings are so inspiring and uplifting as well as thought provoking for the layperson as well as the ordained minister. If you are going to get this book I encourage you to get the leather bound for you will discover you will use it on a daily basis along with your Bible.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
This book is an excellent guide for an individual's daily devotionals. It includes prayers, selected readings from great writers, as well as a daily scripture passage to lead you to the Sunday selections from the Common Lectionary. By using this guide I find myself mentally and emotionally prepared to hear the message my pastor has to share with us on the Sunday following a week of devotionals. Each week also includes a psalm and a hymn selection, adding richness to the worship experience. All in all, I find this guide a wonderful way to begin my day with praise, petition, reflection, and worship.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
This devotional guide has changed my walk with God. Whether you are in Christian leadership or not, this humble yet sublime offering of deeply honest and contemplative readings will stir your soul and renew your life. I am buying 8 copies online to give to my colleagues and friends.
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Best Devotional I've used
I love this devotional. The weekly psalms are great to meditate on for a week and the excerpts from different books are so well selected and it gives a broad perspective to chew... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Lek Oon Goh
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Used book
I Was pleased when I received this book, it was in very good shape, better than what I expected.
I wanted this book and a used one was all that was available.
I wanted this book and a used one was all that was available.
Published 4 months ago by Gene Wilson
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A guide to prayer for ministers and other servants
This book is a favorite of mine. It's like having a mini church service at home. It begins with a psalm for the week which is read every day. Read more
Published 8 months ago by L. Brooks
5.0 out of 5 stars
A wonderful and thoughtful resource for all who wish to deepen their...
The daily scripture readings paired with the words of wisdom from our "big brothers and sisters" in the faith make this an invaluable resource for daily devotions. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Bassthoven
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What a way to start the day!
This is a fantastic Guide for anyone who is searching to know oneself and get closer to Christ. I like to use in the morning and it is also great when you want to make a retreat. Read more
Published on March 20, 2011 by Luis Enrique Vega
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Deepen Your Spiritual Life
The little book is great for church ministers and related workers. Most of the time, we likely approach devotions much as our lay people. And in a sense, that is correct. Read more
Published on March 11, 2011 by Pastor J
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Improved my Quiet Times with the Lord
this book has been so great for me. My girlfriend gave it to me and after reading it for months I've noticed my quiet time with the Lord is improved. Read more
Published on January 27, 2011 by Daniel Swier
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Old style Prayer Book
This is a very nice prayer book filled with beautiful pictures. The wording is old style but can easily be modified. Read more
Published on August 23, 2010 by C. Weidner
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A guide to Prayer for ministers and Servants
It truly is a a great guide into daily prayer and devotions. The Scriptures combined with the readings from the Desert Fathers and Early Church Saints is a wonderful combination... Read more
Published on November 21, 2009 by Barbara Sullivan
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A Toned Down Wesleyan Breviary
A Guide to Prayer is about as close to the daily office as Protestant books get. The daily liturgy includes an invocation, Psalm, Scripture reading, inspirational historical... Read more
Published on October 12, 2009 by R. Kirkham
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