Eugene Peterson explores the heart of what it means to be fully and genuinely human. His writing is filled with humor and self-revelation, insight ...
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Sep 07, 2011
Jasonlylescampbell
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"Nothing could be farther from the truth than the facile belief that God only manifests Himself in progress, in the improvement of standards of living, in the spread of medicine and the reform of abuses, in the diffusion of organized Christianity. The reaction from this type of theistic meliorism, which a few years ago had almost completely supplanted the faith of Moses, and Elijah, and Jesus among modern Christians, both Protestant and Catholic, is now sweeping multitudes from their religi
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Oct 25, 2010
Gloria
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First, I love the title both for its reference to horses, but also the sense of freedom it implies. This is an updated book previously published in the 1980s. The theme is the story of the prophet Jeremiah, a Biblical character I hadn't known much about.
What I liked about this book includes being able to read it in chapters and then put it down for awhile if needed so you can process it. Also while some it seemed to bog down in place with history or religious background information, More...
What I liked about this book includes being able to read it in chapters and then put it down for awhile if needed so you can process it. Also while some it seemed to bog down in place with history or religious background information, More...
Dec 19, 2011
Carol
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Eugene Peterson is the author of The Message, a modern day version of The Bible.
This book is about Jeremiah. Jeremiah is, of course, of the book of Jeremiah in the Bible. He also wrote Lamentations. He knows about depression. Sometimes called "The Weeping Prophet", he is none-the-less a powerful guy and didn't really want to be.
God called Jeremiah before he was even born to be a prophet to the nations. Jeremiah protested that "he was only a boy..." and afte More...
This book is about Jeremiah. Jeremiah is, of course, of the book of Jeremiah in the Bible. He also wrote Lamentations. He knows about depression. Sometimes called "The Weeping Prophet", he is none-the-less a powerful guy and didn't really want to be.
God called Jeremiah before he was even born to be a prophet to the nations. Jeremiah protested that "he was only a boy..." and afte More...
Jul 21, 2011
Stephen
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An inspirational exploration of character development through the biographical parts of the life of Jeremiah, one of the bibles Old Testament prophets.
With Eugene Peterson you could say "the medium is the message" in that he writes like an artist/poet with a mature Christian sense... and the beauty of his written presentation compells you toward the content of his writing.
This is a book I will read periodically because it goes beyond informing me to feeding somethin
With Eugene Peterson you could say "the medium is the message" in that he writes like an artist/poet with a mature Christian sense... and the beauty of his written presentation compells you toward the content of his writing.
This is a book I will read periodically because it goes beyond informing me to feeding somethin
Jan 23, 2009
Beth
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Read this book. Published in 1983 I found it astounding relevant to the times at hand. After reading A Long Obedience in the Same Direction, I was left with Patterson's admonition to live a Christian life because that is what I have chosen and to leave my every day feelings behind and not be ruled by them. I found Run With the Horses a realistic application of that way of living. I will read it again.
May 30, 2011
Phil
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I have read many Peterson books and this is now one of my favorites. This is a biographical look at the life of Jeremiah as revealed in the scriptures. Peterson makes the text come alive and challenges readers, through Jeremiah's life and writing to come out of our dull living and live the life of faith.
Apr 15, 2011
Sue
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Several times I howled with laughter as I read this book. The author disappears to allow the reader to experience Porter's childhood with him.
Jun 30, 2010
this is the first book that read from the collection of eugene. IT shaped my life into a different way... It helped to live a life with the gospel
Jan 18, 2012
Trey
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This newly added to my top 10 favorite devotional reads of all time. A beautiful look at an often dressed over book of the Bible. Peterson comes at this book in his typical down to Earth yet intelligent study of the Biblical text pulling out key thoughts. His study offers the modern Christian much to think and apply as he brings to life the historical life of one of scripture's more important figures. He allows the reader to see how the life of Jeremiah is so relevant to the modern day debaucher
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Sep 03, 2011
Scott
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Good application of the biblical prophet Jeremiah to modern Christian life and living. Now quit studying and actually do something based on what you studied!
May 11, 2009
Philippa
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Initially I thought this would be a depressing book, but it really spoke to me about Jeremiah's courage and obedience
Feb 17, 2010
Lori
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One of the best books ever for me - fiction or non-fiction. Eugene Peterson writes about the prophet Jeremiah and what made him successful and how we can use those same lessons to make our lives successful. Really makes the book of Jeremiah understandable and enlightening. I'll read this one again.
May 17, 2011
Summisse
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Reading this book was a thrill. Peterson is a wordsmith of the first order.
Apr 29, 2008
Amy
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I felt a kindred spirit with both Eugene Peterson and the prophet Jeremiah after reading this book. He talks about Jeremiah's personal quest to serve God, his highs and lows, and his faithfulness to God's message- which ultimately brought about the best for the people to whom he delivered the message and for Jeremiah as well. God truly works all things together for good as He refines our character.
Dec 26, 2011
Luke
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I would give this a 7 if possible. Truly enjoyable insights from Jeremiah. One of the most enjoyable Peterson books I've read and may use it for a sermon series. Takes various happenings in Jeremiah and explains why they are important for us. Very fine book.
Sep 29, 2011
Churchlady
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Peterson is my new favorite. This study on the prophet Jeremiah is a course book for all who attempt to teach God's word. The minute I finished, I knew I needed to read it again.
May 03, 2008
Cathy
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I really need to read this again without so much distraction. It was really interesting but I feel there was more in it that I missed out on by reading in fits and starts.
Dec 17, 2009
John
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i have read this book twice. even though he wrote this like 20 years ago, he still has a lot of relevant stuff to say to people today. book is based on the book of jeremiah.
May 23, 2011
Charlie
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This was more-or-less a series of sermons on Jeremiah. The sermons were kind of lightweight and, thus, easy to read through. Not real memorable, though.
Jan 19, 2008
nate
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I read this good book in a cold prayer barn deep in the Genessee Valley. I won't soon forget it.
