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Time To Get Serious: Daily Devotions to Keep You Close to God [Hardcover]

Tony Evans (Author)
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October 17, 1995

"If God is the all-consuming, all-powerful, all-knowing, loving and infinite Creator, Sustainer, and Redeemer of this universe, then nothing else we can do matters quite as much as getting to know Him and know Him well!"

C'mon now! Enough of spoon-fed spirituality and Sunday-morning religion that lasts until church lets out. It's time to get serious--to get deep into God's Word and start exploring your most important relationship for yourself. You won't have to do it by yourself, though. Author Tony Evans, one of America's most passionate and insightful preachers, will join you every day to explore the great news of who God is--and who you are in Him--through the lively daily devotionals in this book.

Covering a different topic every four weeks, Evans speaks to all Christians--men, women, singles, couples and parents--about the essentials for a growing faith. And about your greatest pursuit in life: getting to know God--and know Him well.

Drawing deeply from Scripture, Evans focuses on the most important aspects of the faith--such as the attributes of God, discipleship, prayer, the role of the Holy Spirit--and, in his direct, refreshing, down-to-earth style, shows how developing your knowledge of God affects everything about you. Your marriage. Your family life. Your friendships. Your purity and integrity. Your view of money and possessions. And your commitment to helping heal society's ills.

So c'mon! Get serious! And get to know your Creator in a way that really matters. In a way that will change how you view your faith, yourself, your world--and Him.



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"A devotional book that packs a wallop."
Equip For MinistryEquip For Ministry

"Tony Evans brings us an enlightening and perceptive daily study. He presents spiritual truths and their practical applications which can be easily understood and practiced in a Christian's daily life."
Pulpit HelpsPulpit Helps

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 352 pages
  • Publisher: Crossway Books; First Printing edition (October 17, 1995)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0891078665
  • ISBN-13: 978-0891078661
  • Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.7 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #302,278 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Tony Evans serves as senior pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, Texas, and as the chaplain for the NBA's Dallas Mavericks. He is also founder and president of the Urban Alternative, a national organization working toward spiritual renewal in urban America. He can be heard daily on radio stations worldwide and is a featured speaker with Promise Keepers.

 

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34 of 34 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Well written, thought provoking and hard hitting..., November 21, 2002
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This review is from: Time To Get Serious: Daily Devotions to Keep You Close to God (Hardcover)
Working in ministry myself, I have stacks of devotional materials that don't keep my interest. They don't have any fresh, interesting or inspiring moments while reading, rather use the same passages and parables. That's not the case with Tony Evans' book. I ordered it about a year ago in hopes to find a challenging devotional book that would deal with tough questions, as well as be a daily read for me.
I've used this book many times when meeting with collegues, and each time someone asks for the title & author to order it themselves. The format is basic and non-threatening for new believers, as well as educational for life-long Christians...I can't recommend it enough. His "Thoughts for the day" are great to reflect upon. Buy the book if you're wanting a daily lesson or reminder of where, why and how God is love.
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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Tired of failing to have time for God? Get this book., June 14, 1999
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This review is from: Time To Get Serious: Daily Devotions to Keep You Close to God (Hardcover)
For years and years I have been told quiet times with God are absolutely essential to walking with Christ. I could never get into a pattern of doing this. This book is the difference. Dr Evans has a year of growing a walk laid out so well, that now it is my routine. He has a beautiful way of zinging you so that you really reflect all day. A fabulous devotion book. I wish more were this plain spoken
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26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!, February 17, 2001
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vicki j gabriel (Fairfield, OH USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Time To Get Serious: Daily Devotions to Keep You Close to God (Hardcover)
This book will keep you focused. It only takes a few minutes a day, and the message is powerful! Tony Evans has you read a passage from the bible, then he explains the lesson it contains. Each day one page, and is based on a 5-day week, with a page of 'reflection' for the weekend. He uses today's language and is very easy to understand. I highly recommend it for anyone who is trying to digest the true word of Jesus.
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If God is the all-consuming, all-powerful, all-knowing, loving, and infinite Creator, Sustainer, and Redeemer of this universe, then nothing else we can do matters quite as much as getting to know Him-and to know Him well! Read the first page
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