The Keswick Story

by John Charles Pollock, Ian Randall

John Charles Pollock

287 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2006

About the author

The late John Pollock, an award-winning biographer, had a flair for telling a dramatic story. He used this talent to write many biographies including ones on D. L. Moody and Major General Sir Henry Havelock.

Reviews

[Andrew Klob]

This was a truly inspiring read. It was enjoyable and fascinating to read the historical accounts of the people involved with starting and sustaining such an amazing theological movement. The major figures involved were such a unique group of individuals and it was fascinating to see well-known theological figures like Andrew Murray, D.L. Moody, and others visiting the convention because they are so inspired by the movement. One cannot deny the amazing life transformation that each person had when they encountered the community and teachings at the Keswick Convention. Their desire and emphasis for a closer walk with Christ and deeper understanding of their union with Christ was convicting and refreshing. While the book showed that the the influence of the Keswick convention eventually decreased over time, their legacy still lives on in many theologians and churches today. I know my theology has forever been influenced by Keswick theology and this book has continued to add to that influence. Highly recommend this book for those who want to be challenged in their walk with the Lord and also want to learn more about an important part of Church History.

[Stephen Drew]

“For Evan Hopkins and his peers, a new kind of renewal was about to move. It was post-denominational. It was breaking out in small meetings, retreats, and conventions in the countryside. God was about the business of refreshing His people. The Spirit was blessing His children. For Evan Hopkins, his moment from anxiety to activation occurred at a small Christian meeting in Mayfair, London. Hopkins was struck, along with others in the room, by the truth found in 2 Corinthians 9:8 that “God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.” So pivotal was this moment that he called it his May Day experience.” - Mark Sayers, Non-Anxious Presence

[Amy]

Decent. Somewhat hard to read, as the writer is a bit flighty. Overall, the message shines through.