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Sometimes it seems we just can't get what we want. Circumstances thwart our best-laid plans. We struggle to live a heartfelt life. Worst of all, says Eldredge, the modern church mistakenly teaches its people to kill desire (calling it sin) and replace it with duty or obligation (calling it sanctification). As a result, at best Christians tend to live safe, boring lives of resignation. At worst, their desire eventually breaks out in destructive ways such as substance abuse, affairs, and pornography addictions. In The Journey of Desire, Eldredge invites readers to rediscover God-given desire and to search again for the life they once dreamed of.
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"Haven't finished yet, but it's about not giving up on what we want just because it seems too far away. For God, things are never out of reach, and He equips us for what He's made us. John writes poetically, and its easy to read. "
— Katie (4 out of 5 stars)
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" This was the best book I've ever read. I love all of John Eldredge's writings and so far this book is unmatched. I'm presently reading "Waking the Dead" and it's starting off just as good as I'd hoped. "
— Rachelle, 12/23/2013 -
" Another great book by John-love his writing "
— Stu, 9/8/2013 -
" This is an inspirational book, and I keep going to it daily to read short passages. "
— Paul, 7/5/2013 -
" Better than most of the other things Eldredge has written. Still not highly recommended, exactly, but not terrible for your soul, either. More thoughts here. "
— Chris, 6/19/2013 -
" right now- just amazing "
— Zena, 6/1/2013 -
" Loved it...Eldredge is in tune with the deep things of a man's heart. His word choice and depth of thinking can be a little hard to follow at times but the message is true. "
— Sean, 5/3/2013 -
" Haven't finished yet, but it's about not giving up on what we want just because it seems too far away. For God, things are never out of reach, and He equips us for what He's made us. John writes poetically, and its easy to read. "
— Katie, 2/27/2013 -
" This book and the study guide are amazing it kind of fell in my lap a few years ago and I'm re-reading to compare my personal growth. "
— Tonisha, 1/2/2013 -
" It was a slow read, but gave me a lot to consider and think about. "
— Stacey, 12/24/2012 -
" Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it flow the issues of life. "
— Lois, 8/7/2012 -
" This book gives me renewed hope... "
— Andria, 2/28/2012 -
" Just getting my teeth into John Eldredge.... just starting this one but if it's as good as waking the dead I will be very happy "
— Lorraine, 2/22/2012 -
" A fascinating and complex look on desire and how it is essential to the spiritual life. "
— Phoenix, 2/9/2012 -
" All I can say is that Eldredge has a take on God and life that I've never quite heard before, and it speaks to me. I fly through his books not wanting to put them down. Considering buying this one for everyone I know. "
— Libbydale, 11/16/2011 -
" Although containing some very spiritual stuff, I feel like you could easily some it all up on one page. "
— William, 9/27/2011 -
" Loved it...Eldredge is in tune with the deep things of a man's heart. His word choice and depth of thinking can be a little hard to follow at times but the message is true. "
— Sean, 3/5/2011 -
" All I can say is that Eldredge has a take on God and life that I've never quite heard before, and it speaks to me. I fly through his books not wanting to put them down. Considering buying this one for everyone I know. "
— Libbydale, 3/9/2010 -
" Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it flow the issues of life. "
— Lois, 1/23/2009 -
" This is an inspirational book, and I keep going to it daily to read short passages. "
— Paul, 7/22/2008
About John Eldredge
John Eldredge is the founder and codirector, with his wife, of Ransomed Heart Ministries in Colorado Springs, Colorado, a fellowship devoted to helping people recover and live from their heart. He is the author of numerous books, including Epic, Waking the Dead, Wild at Heart, and The Journey of Desire. He lives in Colorado with his wife, Stasi, and their three sons. He loves living in the Rocky Mountains so he can pursue his other passions, including fly-fishing, mountain climbing, and exploring the waters of the West in his canoe.