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I received this as Christmas present. I'd say the teaching is deep and sometimes I had to read a few times to grasp the true meaning of the words. I learned so much from this book and it makes my "walk" better with Christ. I bought 4 more to give to my Christian brothers. I'd not get this for new believers. I hope you will be blessed too.
This is simply the greatest Devotional ever written; this update makes it even more readable than ever. Interestingly, this Devotional is almost exactly as old at Chambers book. This, incidentally, it the second best seller in Devotionals (for good reason).A third recommendation is the new "The Message: Solo New Testament" by Eugene H. I bought this little vest pocket edition as a gift for someone else in the hopes that it would help them on their daily journey with God as it has helped me. I believe this devotional will become another great classic. It is amazing that Oswald Chambers writings are so timelessly strong and clear; now nearly 100 years since they were first placed in a book form by his wife nearly a century ago. I carry mine with me everywhere I go and have been reading it for years. It is also very strong and meaningful, being a collection of great messages by a number of pastors and writers, and then edited together (along with some poetry) by Cowman.
It is no wonder this is the best selling Devotional in history.Two other wonderful Devotionals you should consider are "Streams in the Desert" by L.B. Cowman (edited by Jim Reimann), Zondervan. Peterson. It is wonderfully easy to read with powerful, thought-provoking ideas and suggestions following each day' short passage from the Bible (taken from the "The Message" Bible).
If you are looking for a thought-provoking devotional, this is it. Sometimes it must be considered one sentence at a time before the theme is formed to your understanding. It's messages, when taken to heart, will enhance your spiritual growth and nudge you to draw nearer and be more attentive in your daily walk with the Lord. This is probably not recommended for a "new" Christian.
This is an awesome devotional. It will change your life when you make it a part of your quiet time each day.
There have been many "ah ha." moments while reading through this devotional. Also, I have given it to college kids and they have grown from it too. It does not supersede my Bible reading, but I have grown immensely from this devotional. I am a Youth Pastor and have purchased many of these books for my youth group kids and they are in love. It is great for high school, college and above. Praise God for such a devotional that stays true to God's Word and for God enabling OC with wisdom.
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