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benyoda95's review against another edition
4.0
3.5
Parts felt pretty circular, and there are definitely parts I disagreed with, the overall premise cut straight through and I needed to hear it
Parts felt pretty circular, and there are definitely parts I disagreed with, the overall premise cut straight through and I needed to hear it
orangefan65's review against another edition
2.0
I don’t understand the evangelical adoration for this man. He has some very strange, mystical theology.
danott's review against another edition
3.0
Recommendations for Tozer have been abundant in my life. Given such priming, I found this work good, but not overwhelmingly so. There are some places where Tozer starts with human understanding of familiar situations, and uses those to extrapolate towards what God is like. In other sections, he emphasizes God’s all-together otherness that is beyond comprehension. I think where it falls flat is that some assumptions from half a century ago are no longer assumptions, and the shelf-life of the analogies has passed expiration.
Despite that unpredictable miscommunication to a future audience, his main thesis seems apt. As Christians and churches have focused more on growth through a pacified theology, the depth of spiritual roots seems insufficient for the storms of real life. When having something to show is more important than having something of substance, the numbers look good, but the hearts can remain broken. Surely I am oversimplifying.
Despite that unpredictable miscommunication to a future audience, his main thesis seems apt. As Christians and churches have focused more on growth through a pacified theology, the depth of spiritual roots seems insufficient for the storms of real life. When having something to show is more important than having something of substance, the numbers look good, but the hearts can remain broken. Surely I am oversimplifying.
dnns's review
4.0
What God is, He is
- Infinitely
- Perfectly
- Immutably
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I love how A.W. Tozer has written this book. He managed to discuss each attribute in a way that is relatable and easy to digest, probably even for those who are new to the faith. This is a classic, insightful read that is still relevant up to this day.
My only suggestion is to NOT read this book in one sitting. There are recurring concepts throughout the book that might seem redundant when read in one go. Also, I believe this book should be savored and not rushed. Take some time to digest what you've learned in this book and use it to reflect on where you are in your walk with God. :)
- Infinitely
- Perfectly
- Immutably
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I love how A.W. Tozer has written this book. He managed to discuss each attribute in a way that is relatable and easy to digest, probably even for those who are new to the faith. This is a classic, insightful read that is still relevant up to this day.
My only suggestion is to NOT read this book in one sitting. There are recurring concepts throughout the book that might seem redundant when read in one go. Also, I believe this book should be savored and not rushed. Take some time to digest what you've learned in this book and use it to reflect on where you are in your walk with God. :)
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