Meet Me in the Library: Readings from Eight Writers Who Shaped My Life

by Charles R. Swindoll

You've heard Chuck Swindoll talk about them for years--his favorite authors and his favorite books and how they shaped his life. Now discover for yourself these great men and women of God. In this devotional compilation, Chuck introduces you to nine of his favorite books and explains how God used these authors or these topics to grow him into greater knowledge and faith. Chuck's introductions will help you focus your heart on what the Lord may want to teach you through His timeless Word, as further explained in these classic works. Meet Chuck in his library, and learn the lessons of faith from those who influenced him. Meet Me in the Library
Personal introductions from Chuck for each selection
- F. B. Meyer on prayer from The Secret of Guidance
- Charles Haddon Spurgeon on discouragement from Lectures to My Students
- Elisabeth Elliot on pursuing one's calling from Through Gates of Splendor
- Eugene H. Peterson on finishing well from A Long Obedience in the Same Direction
- J. Oswald Sanders on servanthood from Spiritual Leadership
- A. W. Tozer on intimacy with God from The Knowledge of the Holy and on trials and testing from The Root of the Righteous
- Andrew Murray on joy from Abide in Christ
- Francis A. Schaeffer on Christian love from The Mark of the Christian
- A special chapter by Chuck on how to become a better reader

140 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2011

About the author

Charles Swindoll has devoted over four decades to two passions: an unwavering commitment to the practical communication and application of God's Word, and an untiring devotion to seeing lives transformed by God's grace. Chuck graduated magna cum laude from Dallas Theological Seminary and has since been honored with four doctorates. For his teaching on Insight for Living, he has received the Program of the Year award and the Hall of Fame award from the National Religious Broadcasters as well as multiple book awards.

Reviews

[Berry Simpson]

I have read most of Charles Swindoll's books, and I read this one precisely because I wanted to be influenced by the same writers that influenced him. To be honest, I enjoyed his discussions more than the original writing.

[Heather · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an absolutely fantastic idea. Pastor Swindoll gives you excerpts from eight of the books that have been most influential in his life. It is, first and foremost, a great way to get exposed to books and to get some good ideas for what you might like to read next. It is also interesting to see the role that books can play in our life and to learn a little bit more about Charles Swindoll in the process. I loved the first chapter in the book because of the story that went with it about how God used Jim Elliott's life to renew his commitment. However, I was disappointed in the introductions to most of the other chapters because there wasn't much of a personal story that went with them. I still enjoyed reading the book excerpts though, especially Charles Spurgeon's chapter on the minister's fainting fits. I wish more Christian pastors and authors would follow this idea! It's like a sampler platter of reading!

[Steve · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book on reading with some good practical advice on applying what you read.

[Robert Hiday · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved it. Chuck Swindoll has a gift, and I enjoy him very much. This book was unique to me because it was a great way to get a taste (sort of a sampler) of the authors that have influenced him substantially over the years. The book also has an important message at the end concerning the value and reasons for reading regularly.