Growing Deep in the Christian Life

by Charles R. Swindoll

Discover Your Roots Whether you drive a truck, wait tables, work in an office, or ferry the kids to and from soccer practice, Chuck Swindoll understands that your world is practical, earthy, tough, and relentless. Growing Deep in the Christian Life takes theology out of the ivory tower and enables you to apply it to where you live every day. The basics of the faith are the roots from which we draw emotional stability, mental food for growth, and spiritual energy and perspective on life. Growing Deep in the Christian Life offers an easy-going and practical approach that reviews ten key doctrines and shows their power to strengthen and encourage you in faith. Swindoll says, "By returning to our roots, we determine precisely where we stand. We equip ourselves for living the life God designed us to live." Growing Deep in the Christian Life helps you dig deeper and discover the essentials of the faith--essentials that enable you to experience Christian discipleship at a richer and more mature level.

Genres: Christian, Theology, Christian Living, Christianity, Faith, Nonfiction, Christian Non Fiction

432 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1986

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

[Melissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

A primer on major Christian doctrine, easy to read and apply, very thought provoking and has moved me into a closer relationship with Jesus. I've reevaluated many of my priorities and day-to-day choices as well as my relationships with others. I thought this was an excellent book and recommend it to people who are thinking about becoming Christians, people who are new Christians, and people who have been saved for some time but need a refresher.

[Joseph Brubaker · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you are interested in a better understanding of the basics of Christianity, then this is the book for you. Chuck Swindoll clearly explains his understanding of doctrinal truths and the purpose of the faith. He uses stories, personal tropes, and evidence that breaks down both simple and complex doctrines of Biblical Christianity. The truth of these ideas are spelled out in an understandable way that encourages personal discovery and application. The concepts discussed are in depth without the normal jargon of typical truth discoveries; it is produced in a way that helps those who have a limited understanding to improve their knowledge. It also helps those who have a better understanding to inform others of the truth as proclaimed in Scripture.

The book is divided into sections that simplify the research process if the reader is only interested in a certain subject. The subjective division helps to identify specific doctrines in a quick and easy manner. The chapters are also titled and subtitled into sections that help make this a practical guide to discovering the knowledge the reader desires. The information is laid out in a specific and necessary manner that enables the searcher to identify it with haste. It is made for both the expert and the new Christian (or even those just simply searching for the truth).

It is not a quick read, unless you can process a plethora of different ideas and evidence for the truth of Scripture with ease. Take time reading each section and apply the new understanding that is developed. The book is not solely useful for the information about doctrines, but it helps with the application and strengthening of understanding Christian truth. The viewpoints of Christianity can easily be understood with a careful reading of each chapter and section. It provides was of discerning the truth and helps the reader to develop a personal perspective without being overbearing. Read the book and develop an enhanced knowledge of doctrinal faith; follow his suggestions and the development will go beyond understanding and become application!

[Valerie · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's amazing how God moments happen. I stumbled upon this book as I was going through some of my deceased mother's belongings. The book had been in the shed for many years and it was showing signs of being weathered but I brought into the house and placed it on the bookshelf anyway instead of throwing it away. Man, am I glad I didn't toss this book away! What an awesome book for any Christian to read; old or new to the faith! I learned so much from this book and feel like my walk with God is even better and stronger now. I honestly believe that God and I are on a faith journey right now and while reading this book, I had many God moments where I could hear God talking to me. I've always admired Chuck Swindoll, I admire him even more so now. If you have never read this book, I highly recommend it. And to Mom...as usual, you still know how to look after me. I honestly think I found this book at the right time God and Mom thought I needed it. Never thought I would say this about a book, but thanks be to God! :o)

[AlvinJohn · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the books that tremendously helped me to grow as a "baby Christian".

[Apryl Anderson]

A good, healthy perspective on Theology. (If you don't know what you believe, somebody will always tell you.)

[Scott · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book on the basics of Christian theology

[Jay Divine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good book.

[David Prieto · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good book - recommend reading sometime.

[Stephanie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good look at what doctrine is, but no exploration about where the doctrine came from. The premise was, "it is therefore we follow."

[Elaine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great, and theology explained in understandable language. I found a lot of help and explanations in this book.

[Tony · Rating 2 out of 5]

Certainly, a book every seminarian needs in their library, but purely a doctrinal reference book. Academic

[Leslie Aune · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book to start learning about theology and doctrines of the Christian faith. The writing is easy to understand and can easily be incorporated into your personal devotions. Be sure to read the glossary to get a basic understanding of Christian terms. The glossary also has Scripture references, so it would work great as a Bible study for discipleship!

[Madeline · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is absolutely incredible and thought provoking. It is imaginative, practical, theologically rich, and understandable as it seeks to explain the truths of the Bible. Also, the font is very good and made my reading very smooth.

[Michael Powers · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the greatest authors I have ever read. Love his books and love to listen to his sermons.

[Jenna Jewel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pure gold