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All Is Grace: A Ragamuffin Memoir Audiobook
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It has been over twenty years since the publication of The Ragamuffin Gospel, a book many claim as the shattering of God's grace into their lives. Since that time, Brennan Manning has been dazzingly faithful in preaching and writing variations on that singular theme, "Yes, Abba is very fond of you!" But today the crowds are gone and the lights are dim, the patches on his knees have faded. If he ever was a ragamuffin, truly it is now. In this his final book, Brennan roves back his past, honoring the lives of the people closest to him, family and friends who've known the saint and the sinner, the boy and the man. Far from some chronological timeline, these memories are witness to the truth of life by one who has lived it.
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"This book was shocking, convicting, disturbing and thought-provoking. It brought me to my knees. I respect Brennan for his complete vulnerability and transparency and it is my goal as an author, speaker and servant of God to be genuine in every respect of the word, but to mostly realize it is God's grace that enables me to do anything I can do."
— Cindi (5 out of 5 stars)
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“Brennan’s memoir is at once unvarnished and confessional, grippingly honest and poignantly tender. An unguarded peek into a life marked by foibles and blessings, gifts and pain, joy and regret. But always, in every paragraph, grace. Brennan has lived it, experienced it, and grasps the extraordinary power of God’s great gift.”
— Max Lucado, New York Times bestselling author of Fearless and Outlive Your Life -
“Manning’s dispassionate voice evokes trust…At points the narration feels tired and obligatory, as if he simply doesn’t want to talk anymore. Conversely, that is the book’s appeal. There’s no cutting corners, no spinmeistering. If the book could be defined as a psalm, it would read, ‘How pleasant it is when fellow travelers of faith can read another’s story and hear the ring of truth and, conquering that, still believe.’”
— Publishers Weekly (starred review) -
“Maurice England narrates with clear delivery and a wry tone. His voice is deep and powerful, smoothly shifting from the whimsical to the intimate and engaging the listener.”
— Publishers Weekly (audio review) -
“In honest and sincere tones, Maurice England narrates the equally honest and sincere memoir of Father Brennan Manning…In England’s gravelly voice, one hears something of Manning’s age, his wisdom, and, at times, even his regrets…England’s easygoing voice brings a sense of authenticity to this first-person account of Manning’s life.”
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“While it may very well be Brennan Manning’s parting word to us, All Is Grace is no deathbed confession. In these soul-stirring pages, Brennan testifies once again of a stubborn, messy grace that does not cleanse us as much as it stains us and marks us forever as one precious to the Most High God…All Is Grace is the book for all who stumble.”
— Karen Spears Zacharias, author of Will Jesus Buy Me a Double-Wide?
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" This book is so honest it is painful to read. I guess that is the whole point about grace; we do not deserve it. I find myself wishing I could see him now in Abbas arms just to have that final assurance that yes; he did make it. That God truly does love Ragamuffins. Lord Jesus Christ have mercy on me... "
— Esther, 2/12/2014 -
" A very honest, revealing biography about a man who struggled with alcoholism yet encouraged so many into a deeper walk with God - myself included. "
— Pat, 1/17/2014 -
" A great book! I became a christian through the teaching of this man and so feel forever grateful to him. I was saddened to hear of his ongoing struggle with alcohol, and at the same time again grateful for his honesty and deep love for Jesus. "
— Krisi, 1/3/2014 -
" It is a book that only a notorious sinner who has been baptized and doused in Abba's grace could write. Well worth reading "
— Michael, 1/3/2014 -
" LOVE this book, and love his writing. Absolutely beautiful. "
— Missy, 12/19/2013 -
" favorite quote . . . "The Father is very, very fond of me." "
— Michele, 8/22/2013 -
" I wept...through the entire book I wept. Brennan Manning's life and transparency with his own failures and struggles reminds me of my own journey...he is my inspiration that inspite and because of our weaknesses and imperfections, God has a plan for us... "
— Linda, 8/5/2013 -
" Its a biography not theology, but an encouraging read about the limitless grace of God "
— Joe, 7/24/2013 -
" Incredible book. Brennan's story is heartfelt, heartbreaking and yet full of grace. "
— Joshua, 6/9/2013 -
" This book really helped me understand who Jesus is. "
— Mallory, 1/11/2013 -
" A wonderfully humane and honest book about dealing with our struggles and vices. "
— Dustin, 12/4/2012 -
" An amazing life story of humility and God's grace. "
— Val, 11/27/2012 -
" such a wonderful read: powerful, poignant, honest and heartbreaking! I love Brennan even more now. I'm so glad I got to hear once years ago. Now, I'm ready to go back to some of his books like "A Ragamuffin Gospel". "
— Doug, 11/12/2012 -
" I thought I knew Brennan Manning having read several books and listened to a number of his teachings but this book uncovered things about his life that make clear why the grace of God was central to his hope as a believer. "
— Vincent, 9/13/2012 -
" Heartfelt and honest. Brother Manning leaves nothing of his story to the imagination. "
— Derek, 1/31/2012 -
" Beautiful thoughts about life and mistakes and grace from someone who's lived all of them for a long time and proven the latter most of all. "
— Serenity, 10/17/2011 -
" I was left wanting more, but I believe this was all Brennan had to give. The best part about this book was John Blase's good pen that brought Brennan's story to life. "
— Winn, 10/12/2011
About the Authors
Brennan Manning is often on the road, speaking of God’s unconditional love at church retreats and conferences. A popular author, his books include The Signature of Jesus and Abba’s Child. Brennan and his wife, Roslyn, make their home in New Orleans.
John Blase’s work includes Living the Questions and Living the Letters Bible study series, the Worldviews reference book, Real Life Stuff for Couples, and The Message Children’s Bible. A former pastor, he currently edits by day and writes by night. He lives with his wife and children in Colorado.
About Maurice England
Maurice England moved to the Chicago area in the fall of 2006, after a twelve year run as a long-haul trucker, to continue the cultivation of his lifelong interest in the expressive arts and oral interpretation. A veteran audiophile, Maurice listened to well over one thousand audiobooks while on the road and fell in love with the genre. From his past experience in broadcasting, community theater, music performance, and ministry he saw narrating as a means to merge his love for books, ideas, learning, and spiritual evolution with his interest in artistic expression. While his narration experience has primarily been nonfiction, personal development, and spiritual-growth titles, Maurice anticipates using his authentically warm and folksy southern style to entertain and inspire through storytelling. Inspired most by the behind-the-scenes artists who engineer, direct, edit, and master the audiobook productions we hear, Maurice has become an absorbed student and participant in the process.