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God Calling
Here is a devotional that will bring the reality of God and His constant concern for you into your heart every day of the year. It will help you overcome your daily worries and draw you ever closer to the peace you seek.
Hardcover, 284 pages
Published
March 1st 1981
by Arthur James
(first published December 30th 1899)
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I was given a 1953 edition of this book, authored by Arthur James, by a missionary travelling through Australia, when I was in my early 20's. I didn't read it straight away, until a few years later, when I unexpectedly came accross it...And do you know, I have read one passage every day since then. And, each year as I re-read over each daily devotional, I find a deeper meaning in the words. A must have book for anyone seeking to understand more about themselves, life and a higher power.
This book has rocked my world and saved my life over and over again.
It was created long ago in England by two women who were living as roommates and struggling enormously with life so they decided to start having scripture study/prayer sessions. Some time after, the Savior appeared to them and began giving them messages for each day to help them with their lives. The women refused to make themselves known, and instead, asked A. J. Russell to edit their passages and get the messages Christ gave...more
It was created long ago in England by two women who were living as roommates and struggling enormously with life so they decided to start having scripture study/prayer sessions. Some time after, the Savior appeared to them and began giving them messages for each day to help them with their lives. The women refused to make themselves known, and instead, asked A. J. Russell to edit their passages and get the messages Christ gave...more
A.J. Russell Said,"I do not belive in the verbal inspirations of this or any book."
This means, "The Two Listeners," took personal artistic liberties through out the pages.
This places a huge slant or spin on how a reader can interpret the first person voice through out the writing.
Was it God, was it Jesus or was was one of the listeners taking turns asserting an authority message?
Personaly, I think the, "Listeners" just read the Bible, placed their own concepts in a book to help other feel goo...more
This means, "The Two Listeners," took personal artistic liberties through out the pages.
This places a huge slant or spin on how a reader can interpret the first person voice through out the writing.
Was it God, was it Jesus or was was one of the listeners taking turns asserting an authority message?
Personaly, I think the, "Listeners" just read the Bible, placed their own concepts in a book to help other feel goo...more
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I don't usually read devotionals, because I think that too often serve as a substitute for actual Bible reading and study. A friend gave this one to me, and I was astonished by it. It is really good. It's true that I'll go weeks without being particularly struck by anything, but when I'm struck, I'm struck hard. For instance, in these pages I learned that whenever I am troubled by wrongness in the world, that should be a reminder to me to pray. This is so much more productive than becoming timid...more
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Excellent. Nurturing.
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I read from this book each day. Somehow, the entry for that day seems so particular for me. It's so strange.
For instance, the day that I was in labor and was told I needed a C-section, I read this:
For instance, the day that I was in labor and was told I needed a C-section, I read this:
The difficult way is nearly over, but you have learnt in it lessons you could learn in no other way.... such wonderful things are coming to you, Joy, Peace, Assurance, Security, Health, Happiness, Laughter....more
Claim big, really big, things now. Remember, nothing is too big. Satisfy the longing of My Hea
To be honest, I distrust people who put words in God's mouth. By that I mean the form of writing which purports to be the words of God; making the text a second-person monologue. If I'm looking for the "word of the Lord" I know where to find it. If I'm looking elsewhere for it, I need to examine my motives.
God Calling adds the oddity that it was written anonymously in the nineteenth century, making the syntax and grammar occasionally awkward to modern readers.
That aside, devotionals are a good...more
God Calling adds the oddity that it was written anonymously in the nineteenth century, making the syntax and grammar occasionally awkward to modern readers.
That aside, devotionals are a good...more
Jika anda tengah menderita hari dan kekhawatiran, anda akan mengerti betapa sulitnya menulis tentang kedamaian dan ketenangan batin. Pesan agar orang bersikap tenang dan terus bertahan, yang mewarnai keseluruhan isi buku Panggilan Allah ini, dibentuk lewat penderitaan penulisnya sehingga menyentuh hati jutaan orang didunia ( sumber : God Calling Panggilan Allah edisi terjemahan
this time i get it....God is calling you and He is calling me! a great addition to my daily devotion and prayer times. my son gave me this book for Christmas because he is using it and felt i would benefit from it also, he is correct. I look forward to reading this and listening to God's word! a must have for anyone desiring to know what God wants for all of us!
My mother gave me this book before she died, & Ive had it n my bathroom for years. It has saved me so many times, when Ive bn down & depressed, this book somehow knew wut I was goin threw, on that day & time. I love it, people ask me sll the time can they borrow it & I have to tell them no. I think Ill give it as a xmas present this year
It amazes me how on a particular day this give me the encouragement and wisdom that I needed for one more day. I liked how it was written from God's perspective. It was short but powerful enough that it wasn't time consuming but gave me something to think and pray about all day long.
This book has daily readings/meditations that are so tender and exact that I often end up in tears while reading it. I hear God's voice in this and it has helped me through many tough spots in my life. Definitely one I will keep on my nightstand always.
My Mother gave me this book when my Dad passed away. It gave them great comfort and peace when my father was sick. I still read it.
I read this about 30 years ago...It spoke to me then. I can't get rid of it and my copy is ancient.
I love everything about this book; the antiquated language, the encouragement, the truth, the beautiful word pictures. It has on many occasions inspired in me an even stronger longing for Heaven. It has provided the little hand-hold on dark days, re-energized me on the bright days, pointed me to the divine beauty around me, and brought me to tears on many occasions. I look forward to the day when I will meet the "two listeners". I recommend this devotional to anyone who is looking to be challeng...more
Apr 08, 2008
Katie
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Recommends it for:
EVERYONE!
Recommended to Katie by:
Lisa Kenney
Shelves:
religious
I love this book! The text of the book was actually recorded by 2 women who call themselves "The 2 listeners" and wished to remain anonymous. They had the dude, A.J. Russell help them publish the book and put his name on it. These women were supposedly visited by God each day for one year. They wrote down everything he wants to tell our current generation. I read it as a daily morning prayer-type-thing and am often in awe at how each line speaks directly to me and my human experience. I guarante...more
Aug 12, 2012
Kelly
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Recommends it for:
Everyone I know
Lord,
Every love story is beautiful...
But ours is my favorite.
Dig deep...
This book is deep!
If ever asked, this book is my all-time most favorite book.
Beautiful words & sentiments, Scripture and heartfelt daily poetry.
This book is written of the Spirit, in the format of a letter {addressed personally to you!}
The only way to truly experience the awe-amazing power and day-to-day beauty of this little book is to read it. It truly serves as an additional inspirational-enhancement towards your dai...more
Every love story is beautiful...
But ours is my favorite.
Dig deep...
This book is deep!
If ever asked, this book is my all-time most favorite book.
Beautiful words & sentiments, Scripture and heartfelt daily poetry.
This book is written of the Spirit, in the format of a letter {addressed personally to you!}
The only way to truly experience the awe-amazing power and day-to-day beauty of this little book is to read it. It truly serves as an additional inspirational-enhancement towards your dai...more
This is an awesome and uplifting devotional.
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Read:
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helps keep me in-touch with God on a real level on a day to day basis.
have read this almost daily for years. Great stuff; never gets old.
I've stopped reading this book, because I do not accept its premise. There is just something about this that strikes me as wrong.
Is such a blessing to have the Lord with you, guiding you!
This book gives the reader a look into the mind of God.
Beautiful, inspirational and spiritual awakening!
This book saved me from depression and taught me how to live one day at a time.
I found this book on my birthday. I had never heard of it, but I have been reading it daily since then, and rank it with C.S. Lewis and Oswald Chambers for insight into applying the scriptures to daily life.
This is a daily devotion book. I will be reading it for many years, so marking it as read is just a convention for the website.
This is a daily devotion book. I will be reading it for many years, so marking it as read is just a convention for the website.
Annie's Recommendation
Recommended to read...
Great devotional!
This is a great daily devotional, from two women who gathered and called themselves "The Listeners," and AJ Russell has simply shared the truth God bestowed upon them during their quiet times.
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