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Eugene H. Peterson, the author of the bestselling Bible translation
The Message, is our trusted guide on an intimate yearlong journey with Jesus. Chosen from the Gospels of Matthew and John, these 365 readings encourage us to remove ourselves from our hectic, day-to-day pace and pray with the natural, comforting rhythms of Jesus's own teachings. By slowing down and opening ourselves to the expansiveness of his words and stories, we become his apprentices. As we observe and listen to Jesus, we learn to pray regularly and frequently, as he himself prayed.
In his introduction and enriching daily meditations, Peterson emphasizes the importance of spending time with Jesus in order to learn how to pray.
"Prayer is a way of living. It is not a subject to be studied. It is not a technique to be learned. It is a life lived in response to God. We do not learn about prayer, we learn to pray; and the prayer, as it turns out, is never just prayer but involves every dimension of our lives—eating, drinking, loving, working, walking, reading, singing. The way we follow Jesus must be internalized and embodied. That is what prayer does, gets Jesus inside us, gets his Spirit into our muscles and reflexes. There is no other way."
Through this prayerful apprenticeship, we can discover a new world of companionship with Jesus. "My intent is that your reading of Jesus turns into praying with Jesus, keeping His delightful company as lover and friend."
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Spend a year with Jesus with commentary and meditations by the definitive voice for Christian spirituality today. eng
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Acclaimed theologian and bestselling author Eugene H. Peterson has described prayer as "a life lived in response to God." Now, in A Year with Jesus, Peterson is our guide on an intimate yearlong journey with Christ. A daily Gospel reading, selected from the Books of Matthew and John, encourages us to slow down and open our hearts to the teachings of Jesus. Peterson adds his own reflections and prayers to help deepen the spiritual experience. In A Year with Jesus, readers will discover a daily companion that offers wisdom and guidance throughout the year.
Eugene H. Peterson is the author of numerous books, including Reversed Thunder, Leap over a Wall, and Answering God. He is also the translator of the bestselling The Message. He is professor emeritus of spiritual theology at Regent College in Vancouver, British Columbia.
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A year of reading, reflection, and prayer with Jesus.?
Chosen from the Gospels, these 365 readings encourage us to remove ourselves from our hectic, day-to-day pace and pray with the natural, comforting rhythms of Jesus' own teachings. Accompanied by reflections and prayer from bestselling Christian author Eugene Peterson, this reader will be a welcome companion to those looking for daily wisdom.
Synopsis
Spend a year with Jesus with commentary and meditations by the definitive voice for Christian spirituality today.
Chosen from the Gospels of Matthew and John, the 365 readings encourage us to remove ourselves from our hectic, day-to-day pace and reflect on the life and teachings of Jesus himself. These Gospel selections are accompanied by reflections and prayers from bestselling Christian author Eugene Peterson. Readers will discover a daily companion that offers wisdom and guidance throughout the year.
About the Author
Eugene H. Peterson is the author of numerous books, including Reversed Thunder, Leap Over a Wall, and Answering God. He is also the translator of the bestselling Bible translation The Message. He is professor emeritus of spiritual theology at Regent College in Vancouver, British Columbia.