The Root of the Righteous (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Devotional Essays on Holiness, Prayer, Spiritual Growth, and Authentic Christian DiscipleshipBy A. W. Tozer
Length4h 30m
About this audiobook
The Root of the Righteous is a penetrating work of Christian devotional theology, composed in A. W. Tozer's characteristically aphoristic, prophetic style. Rather than offering a systematic treatise, the book gathers brief meditations that expose the spiritual shallowness of nominal religion and call believers back to inward holiness, obedience, and communion with God. Its title image is central: visible righteousness must spring from a hidden root of faith, surrender, and divine life. In the context of twentieth-century evangelical writing, it stands as both pastoral exhortation and moral critique. A. W. Tozer, an American pastor, preacher, and editor associated with the Christian and Missionary Alliance, wrote from decades of ministry shaped by prayer, Scripture, and the classical devotional tradition. Largely self-educated, he possessed a rare combination of biblical seriousness, mystical sensibility, and cultural discernment. His concern that modern Christianity had traded spiritual depth for comfort and technique clearly animates this volume. This book is highly recommended for readers seeking more than religious sentiment or practical advice. It will especially serve pastors, students of spirituality, and Christians hungry for a bracing summons to authentic discipleship. Tozer's prose is concise, searching, and enduringly relevant.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.4 (778)
Includes Goodreads
GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length4 hrs 30 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 2, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Root of the Righteous (Annotated)
2Introduction
3Historical Context
4Synopsis (Selection)
5Preface
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6I. The Root of the Righteous
7II. We Must Give Time to God
8III. God is Easy to Live With
9IV. Listen to the Man Who Listens to God
10V. We Must Hear Worthily
11VI. That Utilitarian Christ
12VII. On Receiving Admonition
13VIII. The Great God Entertainment
14IX. Bible Taught or Spirit Taught?
15X. The Terror of the Lord
16XI. The Terror of the Lord
17XII. Faith is a Perturbing Thing
18XIII. True Faith Brings Committal
19XIV. The Great Disparity
20XV. Our Enemy Contentment
21XVI. Christ is the Pattern
22XVII. The Cross is a Radical Thing
23XVIII. We Must Die If We Would Live
24XIX. Christ Died for Our Hearts
25XX. We Stand in Christ’s Triumph
26XXI. To Be or To Do
27XXII. Make Room for Mystery
28XXIII. The Whole Life Must Pray
29XXIV. No Saviorhood Without Lordship
30XXV. “A Sweet Lute, Sweetly Played”
31XXVI. The All-Importance of Motive
32XXVII. The Presence More Important Than the Program
33XXVIII. The World’s Most Tragic Waste
34XXIX. The Hunger of the Wilderness
35XXX. Our Fruit Will Be What We Are
36XXXI. Needed: A Baptism of Clear Seeing
37XXXII. Narrow Mansions
38XXXIII. The Sanctification of Our Desires
39XXXIV. In Praise of Disbelief
40XXXV. Thankfulness as a Moral Therapeutic
41XXXVI. Understanding Those Dry Spells
42XXXVII. About Hindrances
43XXXVIII. The Uses of Suffering
44XXXIX. Praise God for the Furnace
45XL. Victory in the Guise of Defeat
46XLI. Love of the Unseen is Possible
47XLII. Something Beyond Song
48XLIII. Three Degrees of Love
49XLIV. We Need Cool Heads
50XLV. We Can Afford to Wait
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