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A Word in Season #1
A Word in Season, Volume 1
This is the first volume in a series of books with daily messages by R. J. Rushdoony on the uncompromising faith.
These daily messages on the faith for all of life are unlike any compilation of Christian "devotional" ever published. In these pages, you won't find the overly introspective musings of a Christian pietist; what you'll discover are the hard-hitting convictions of a man whose sole commitment was faithfulness to God's law-word and representing that binding Word to his readers.
Although Dr. Rushdoony is most known for his scholarly works on theology, history, philosophy, economics, education, and statecraft, A Word in Season reveals the intense, but simple, approach to applying one's faith to every area of life and thought. This is all done in a format of bite-sized readings on the uncompromising faith.
The multi-volume series is taken from over 430 articles written by Rushdoony over the span of 25 years (1966-1991) for the California Farmer, an agricultural periodical that provided him a regular column entitled "The Pastor's Pulpit." It has long been a desire of many to see these insightful and challenging articles published in a book format. We're happy to announce that the wait is over.
These daily messages on the faith for all of life are unlike any compilation of Christian "devotional" ever published. In these pages, you won't find the overly introspective musings of a Christian pietist; what you'll discover are the hard-hitting convictions of a man whose sole commitment was faithfulness to God's law-word and representing that binding Word to his readers.
Although Dr. Rushdoony is most known for his scholarly works on theology, history, philosophy, economics, education, and statecraft, A Word in Season reveals the intense, but simple, approach to applying one's faith to every area of life and thought. This is all done in a format of bite-sized readings on the uncompromising faith.
The multi-volume series is taken from over 430 articles written by Rushdoony over the span of 25 years (1966-1991) for the California Farmer, an agricultural periodical that provided him a regular column entitled "The Pastor's Pulpit." It has long been a desire of many to see these insightful and challenging articles published in a book format. We're happy to announce that the wait is over.
152 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2010
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About the author
Rousas John Rushdoony
140 books148 followersRousas John Rushdoony was a Calvinist philosopher, historian, and theologian and is widely credited as the father of both Christian Reconstructionism and the modern homeschool movement. His prolific writings have exerted considerable influence on the Christian right.
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February 8, 2022
A Word in Season, Vol 1 has some of the most excellent insights into human nature i have read any where. The depth of ideas and truths that he brings out from the Scriptures while correlating them from simple stories or sayings is extraordinary. I am using this book and the remaining 6 volumes as a devotional as each chapter uncovers something new. I would go as far as saying that this is the best devotional I have ever read. I start out in the morning and end with a chapter each and every night. The brief 'devotional' (it's about a page and a half long) on the Ultimate Sin is arguably one of most eye opening pieces of writing contained within the book. I wish I could give this book ten stars #ReadRushdoony
January 9, 2022
These short, rich, and helpful daily messages worked great for a devotional. Topics are wide ranging but all have a central theme.
June 19, 2018
Simply amazing devotional that actually challenges your to apply God's Law in your everyday life.
February 11, 2021
(Second Review)
I have gone through this book for the second time. It is even better than the first time. Mostly, I believe, because with age and maturity come a new perspective, and Rushdoony's admonitions have a deeper and more personal meaning the older one becomes.
(First Review)
This is a wonderful little book. Rushdoony's insights and comments are always refreshing and challenging. I would recommend this book to those that are new to R.J.Rushdoony, and to those already familiar with his works.
I have gone through this book for the second time. It is even better than the first time. Mostly, I believe, because with age and maturity come a new perspective, and Rushdoony's admonitions have a deeper and more personal meaning the older one becomes.
(First Review)
This is a wonderful little book. Rushdoony's insights and comments are always refreshing and challenging. I would recommend this book to those that are new to R.J.Rushdoony, and to those already familiar with his works.
June 9, 2012
I am not a fan of devotional type books, but this is a rare gem. As is typical of Rev. Rushdoony's work not a word is wasted. Each 2-3 page message is designed to help the Christian apply the word of God to various situations in his life. I found the short chapters stuck with me reminding me and encouraging me throughout the day. This is one to read and reread again and again. They are great to pass on to folks who may not find much time to read.
February 16, 2016
One of the finest daily devotionals that I have ever read...
This was, without question, one of the finest and most useful devotional booklets that I have ever read. Rushdoony's approach is quite unlike any other. He avoids the mystical twaddle of so many of these but he also steers clear of the rhetorical flourishes of a Spurgeon. Instead you get clear, practical and thought provoking material. Highly recommended. I've already started the second volume.
This was, without question, one of the finest and most useful devotional booklets that I have ever read. Rushdoony's approach is quite unlike any other. He avoids the mystical twaddle of so many of these but he also steers clear of the rhetorical flourishes of a Spurgeon. Instead you get clear, practical and thought provoking material. Highly recommended. I've already started the second volume.
March 10, 2017
This is a very good devotional with 2-3 page messages for each day/topic. There are many worthwhile nuggets of solid truth. Some challenge and some encourage. Each message also has a quotable sentence separately highlighted. One example that resonated with me was found with message 62 titled Under the Eye of God on page 145, "By blinding ourselves to God, we have not ceased to be under the eye of God, we are simply blind men." It is well-written and worth reading.
October 9, 2012
Short and easy to read, the straightforward truths from the Bible expressed in Rushdoony's devotions make this a book that the common man can apply in his daily life.
August 13, 2012
Great short lessons which any Christian can relate to and apply.
February 28, 2023
Through daily short readings Dr. Rushdoony shows how to apply Gods Word to every area of life.
there's something new to chew on every day.
there's something new to chew on every day.
March 6, 2019
Simple yet profound
I love the depth of ideas and truths that he extracts from simple stories or sayings. He then masterfully shows one how to apply those truths to the real world and in one's daily life.
I love the depth of ideas and truths that he extracts from simple stories or sayings. He then masterfully shows one how to apply those truths to the real world and in one's daily life.
May 4, 2017
Excellent devotional thoughts on faith for all of life.
December 10, 2019
Word in Season
I used this for my devotion. This material is very informative and law driven. The Gospel is through out the book, but the law is actually taught and emphasized.
I used this for my devotion. This material is very informative and law driven. The Gospel is through out the book, but the law is actually taught and emphasized.
April 21, 2020
Very good.
May 22, 2020
Great daily encouragement
Thoroughly biblical encouragement through short stories and examples. Even though it was written years ago, very timely for our time in history.
Thoroughly biblical encouragement through short stories and examples. Even though it was written years ago, very timely for our time in history.
September 9, 2014
"The prevalence of fools, in high places and low, is a central fact of our life today. We are governed by fools who believe that our enemies are really anxious to love us, that debt is the road to wealth, and that God can be left out of civil government, the school, and the church. The fools believe that learning is the same as wisdom, and that a college degree makes a man wise. The fools believe that the world must be remade in terms of their dreams, and they proceed to create chaos out of everything they touch."
These series of books from Chalcedon are from many articles written by the author over a span of 25 years set up in devotional style with readings that are about a page in length, which if you read one a day will cover a little over 2 months.
There is so much wisdom in these pages, a big pants look at the Christian life, no tickling of ears, or winks at sin, a sober look at the Christians responses to many situations, problems, excuses, and offering adjustments to the 20-21st century attitude toward piety, grace, holiness and wisdom. I have always been a fan of this man because of his deep intellect, and unflinching resolve to fight against the establishment with smoking pen. So for a small price on kindle you can start each day with a smart pill written to ease the pain of dull thinking.
"The praise of folly has become a mark of “wisdom” in this age of fools."
These series of books from Chalcedon are from many articles written by the author over a span of 25 years set up in devotional style with readings that are about a page in length, which if you read one a day will cover a little over 2 months.
There is so much wisdom in these pages, a big pants look at the Christian life, no tickling of ears, or winks at sin, a sober look at the Christians responses to many situations, problems, excuses, and offering adjustments to the 20-21st century attitude toward piety, grace, holiness and wisdom. I have always been a fan of this man because of his deep intellect, and unflinching resolve to fight against the establishment with smoking pen. So for a small price on kindle you can start each day with a smart pill written to ease the pain of dull thinking.
"The praise of folly has become a mark of “wisdom” in this age of fools."
March 6, 2017
There are some really sparkling insights in this little devotional, Rushdoony is at his best when he gets down and practical. It's really wonderful to read that sort of practical instruction enriched by Rushdoony's own philosophy. Unfortunately, he spends far too little time on practical instruction, which is a great shame because that is the great advantage of a book like this. Without it, we just have musings - good though they are - that remain under-developed and under-applied. Better to go and read his other works if that is what we are after. This had a lot of potential, but it would seem that RJR's scholarly gifts invaded the mindset of this book just a bit too much.
March 18, 2012
Many good, straightforward short articles here. There were one or two in which I thought he was a little too dogmatic or didn't explain well enough, but overall it was good.
August 23, 2013
Excellent book!
August 30, 2014
Full of nuggets of gold! I used this as a read aloud to my kids and it opened up fruitful discussions.
May 16, 2016
Great little snippets of wisdom from a great author.
June 28, 2021
Mr. Rushdoony must have been a man ahead of his time. For devotionals written in the 70's, some of them are shockingly apropos.
June 28, 2015
Words of wisdom from R.J.R..
April 20, 2017
This book wasn't exactly what I thought it would be. The readings are short, sweet and to the point. Some of them were really convicting, encouraging, and thought provoking. Others just seemed to be sort of 'eh.'
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