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Loving God [Paperback]

Charles Colson
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May 22, 1997
In his magnificent classic, Chuck Colson shakes the church from its complacency with a penetrating look at the cost of being Christian. For those who have wondered whether there isn't more to Christianity than what they have known---and for those who have never considered the question---Loving God points the way to faith's cutting edge. Here is a compelling, probing look at the cost of discipleship and the meaning of the first and greatest commandment---one that will strum a deeper, truer chord within even as it strips away the trappings of shallow, cultural Christianity. 'Looking for the complete volume on Christian living? This is it. And the title sums it up. If you desire life deep, rich, and meaningful, then it is simply Loving God.' Joni Eareckson Tada President, Joni and Friends

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From the Publisher

It's been over two decades since a ministry was born that would transform the lives of men and women the world deemed hopeless. And it's been over ten years since the ministry's founder, Chuck Colson, shook the evangelical world with one of Christian literature's most powerful and disturbing masterpieces.

Today, having fulfilled all predictions of its ascent to classic status, Loving God is, if anything, more relevant than ever. For those who have wondered whether there isn't more to Christianity than what they've known - and for those who have never considered the question - it points the way to faith's cutting edge. Here is a compelling, probing look at the cost of discipleship and the meaning of the first and greatest commandment - one that will strum a deeper, truer chord within even as it strips the trappings of shallow, self-centered believism.

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In his magnificent classic, Chuck Colson shakes the church from its complacency with a penetrating look at the cost of being Christian.

For those who have wondered whether there isn’t more to Christianity than what they have known—and for those who have never considered the question—Loving God points the way to faith’s cutting edge. Here is a compelling, probing look at the cost of discipleship and the meaning of the first and greatest commandment—one that will strum a deeper, truer chord within even as it strips away the trappings of shallow, cultural Christianity.

"Looking for the complete volume on Christian living? This is it. And the title sums it up. If you desire life deep, rich, and meaningful, then it is simply Loving God." Joni Eareckson Tada President, Joni and Friends


Product Details

  • Paperback: 320 pages
  • Publisher: Zondervan (May 22, 1997)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0310219140
  • ISBN-13: 978-0310219149
  • Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.3 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (41 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #217,476 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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The well-known story of Charles Colson's transformation from President Richard Nixon's "hatchet man" who was "incapable of humanitarian thoughts" to founder of the Prison Fellowship Ministries and internationally recognized Christian author and speaker is a triumph of God finding a man and a man finding God. His 1973 conversion to Christianity was followed by a guilty plea to obstruction of justice and a seven-month prison sentence in 1974. He founded Prison Fellowship Ministries in 1976, fulfilling a promise made to fellow inmates that he would "never forget those behind bars."

Charles Colson's first book, "Born Again," was released in 1976 and instantly became an international best seller. He has authored 16 books that have collectively sold more than 5 million copies worldwide, including "Justice That Restores," "How Now Shall We Live?," "Burden of Truth," "Answers to Your Kids' Questions," "The Good Life," "Gideon's Torch," "Why America Doesn't Work," "Kingdoms in Conflict," and "Loving God."

The phenomenal growth of Prison Fellowship Ministries over the last 25 years leads Charles Colson and some 50,000 volunteers to serve the needs of prisoners in over 88 countries. In addition to Prison Fellowship, he founded Justice Fellowship, Neighbors Who Care, and Angel Tree. Angel Tree is a program that provides Christmas presents to more than 500,000 children of inmates annually. He is also a syndicated columnist, international speaker, and commentator on the nationally syndicated radio broadcast "BreakPoint." He received the prestigious Templeton Prize for Progress in Religion in 1993 and donated the $1 million prize to Prison Fellowship's Endowment Fund.

Charles Colson remains committed to the unity of the church, the relationships between church and state, and the struggle between the spiritual and secular worlds. He constantly encourages Christians to understand biblical faith as an entire worldview and to adopt biblical faith as a perspective on all life.

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4.8 out of 5 stars
This book is easy to read, insightful, and practical; in a word: recommended. David Graham  |  10 reviewers made a similar statement
It helped me realize that the best way to live life is to live by God's principals. Craig Taylor  |  10 reviewers made a similar statement
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A gripping book on what it means to love God. October 1, 2002
Format:Paperback
Chuck Colson is a great story teller, and he gives many gripping illustrations of what it means to love God in our everyday lives. He then ties it in with relevant Scripture passages. It's a very engaging read, and you won't be disappointed with it.

The big lesson I got from it is that loving God is not just something that we say with our lips. But it's something that we demonstrate with what we do with our time and with our lives. I was especially touched by the story of the woman who shows her love for God by donating her lunch hour every day to leading a prayer and Bible study time at a nearby prison. She has six kids at home. But she felt compelled to do something extra for Jesus each day.

The book is full of examples like this, and it turned out to be very satisfying.

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28 of 31 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Much Better Than Expected October 25, 2002
Format:Paperback
Since the early 1970s, I have not been prone to trust Chuck Colson, or any of his colleagues from the Nixon White House. Nevertheless, Colson: the convicted criminal and reprehensible politician, has given us one of the modern treasures of Christian devotional literature.

Colson dares to say what must be said: that loving God with one's whole heart, and mind, and soul is not an essentially emotional event. Loving God has little to do with the heart. Instead Colson, courageously, declares that loving God is an act of the will. It is nothing less than complete obedience to God's revealed Word.

Colson is intelligent enough to comprehend that such obedience is impossible. Still, he has the courage to uphold it as the model: the goal for all who call themselves by the name of Christ.

In a world flailing in a swamp of competing values and rampant relativism, Colson has the strength to stand for the absolute sovereignty of the God of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and Jesus.

Perhaps, I and those like me, who cannot seem to forget Watergate, need to learn to forgive Colson. More importantly, perhaps we need to learn to listen to him.

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best books I have ever read April 30, 1999
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This book gives a simple, yet thorough summary of how to Love God. At the point of my life that I read it - it was crucial. Still one of the best books I have ever read
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Christian Classic!
I read this book for the first time about 7 years ago right after I turned 30. It had an immediate and lasting impact on me. Read more
Published 15 days ago by Brooke McDerment
5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book.
As a Christian, I love to read about the way God works through the life's of others to reach others. Read more
Published 3 months ago by David
5.0 out of 5 stars WOW!!!!What an great book
It is so amazing how a man who could have everything by way of politics and lost, could give his life to Christ and become an even bigger man. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Frank
5.0 out of 5 stars Very inspirational
I thoroughly enjoyed reading and giving this book. Time spent between the pages is a wonderful time of worship and praise.
Published 4 months ago by R. Pass
5.0 out of 5 stars He will be missed
I have grown fond of Chuck Colson as a speaker and author. His is a true story of repentance. A fine example of turning a life around and being a positive influence after once... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Nelson Johnsrud
4.0 out of 5 stars Information and Inspiration on How to Have A Great Relationship with...
This book has become a classic on the most important topic of all, how to have an intimate life-changing relationship with the God who made the universe.
Published 5 months ago by Van Hoy Daniel David
5.0 out of 5 stars Impressive Articulation
Charles Colson is one of the most compelling and articulate Christian authors of this century -- and I mourn his passing last spring. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Donald B. Harris
5.0 out of 5 stars Well worth reading
This book helps me to think about how important it is to live my life for God instead of dwelling on my own life plan. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Craig Taylor
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
Charles Colson was a brilliant man and a deep thinker and one who dedicated his life to helping those who've made mistakes to be rehabilitated from the inside out. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Parma
5.0 out of 5 stars Loving God
Colson's story telling helps drive home some deep Christian theological points. This book helps one relate to God's truths and the way we live our lives. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Peggy
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