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In this remarkable volume of sermons, Johann Christoph Blumhardt steps out of the shadows of nineteenth-century theology into his own bright light as a preacher. In our time, when many sermons have become reduced to self-help, faux prosperity, memoirs masquerading as proclamation, or the politics du jour, Blumhardt’s bold and biblically rigorous sermons ring out like a fog bell sounding over a darkened sea, warning us away from the shoals and guiding us safely to harbor.
Thomas G. Long, Professor Emeritus, Emory University
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Many of us who admire a radical apocalyptic theology of resistance have long recognized the importance of the Blumhardts, father and son. They influenced Karl Barth, William Stringfellow, Jacques Ellul, the Bruderhofs, and a host of others who may not even recognize their legacy from these original yet profoundly biblical teachers. This new translation of Johann’s Gospel Sermons is most welcome.
Fleming Rutledge, author of The Crucifixion: Understanding the Death of Jesus Christ and Not Ashamed of the Gospel
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Rather than focusing narrowly only on outward physical healing, the Blumhardts share a larger concern for inner spiritual healing as we deal with the uncertainty, doubt, fear, and suffering that may be part of a time of sickness. Much of what they say applies to other kinds of loss as well, for the God Who Heals meets us not only in sickness but in times of job loss, the death of a loved one, and other difficulties. Each of the sixty-one devotionals are just a few pages long, but I found them packed with encouragement.
April Yamasaki, author, Sacred Pauses: Spiritual Practices for Personal Renewal
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Whatever circumstance you are facing right now, this book of daily readings will help you focus on a closer relationship with Jesus, our one true spiritual healer. Soak in these words of hope by the Blumhardts and find healing strength for your soul.
Rick Warren
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In this remarkable volume of sermons, Johann Christoph Blumhardt steps out of the shadows of nineteenth-century theology into his own bright light as a preacher. In our time, when many sermons have become reduced to self-help, faux prosperity, memoirs masquerading as proclamation, or the politics du jour, Blumhardt’s bold and biblically rigorous sermons ring out like a fog bell sounding over a darkened sea, warning us away from the shoals and guiding us safely to harbor.
Thomas G. Long, Professor Emeritus, Emory University
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Many of us who admire a radical apocalyptic theology of resistance have long recognized the importance of the Blumhardts, father and son. They influenced Karl Barth, William Stringfellow, Jacques Ellul, the Bruderhofs, and a host of others who may not even recognize their legacy from these original yet profoundly biblical teachers. This new translation of Johann’s Gospel Sermons is most welcome.
Fleming Rutledge, author of The Crucifixion: Understanding the Death of Jesus Christ and Not Ashamed of the Gospel
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Rather than focusing narrowly only on outward physical healing, the Blumhardts share a larger concern for inner spiritual healing as we deal with the uncertainty, doubt, fear, and suffering that may be part of a time of sickness. Much of what they say applies to other kinds of loss as well, for the God Who Heals meets us not only in sickness but in times of job loss, the death of a loved one, and other difficulties. Each of the sixty-one devotionals are just a few pages long, but I found them packed with encouragement.
April Yamasaki, author, Sacred Pauses: Spiritual Practices for Personal Renewal
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Whatever circumstance you are facing right now, this book of daily readings will help you focus on a closer relationship with Jesus, our one true spiritual healer. Soak in these words of hope by the Blumhardts and find healing strength for your soul.
Rick Warren
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In this remarkable volume of sermons, Johann Christoph Blumhardt steps out of the shadows of nineteenth-century theology into his own bright light as a preacher. In our time, when many sermons have become reduced to self-help, faux prosperity, memoirs masquerading as proclamation, or the politics du jour, Blumhardt’s bold and biblically rigorous sermons ring out like a fog bell sounding over a darkened sea, warning us away from the shoals and guiding us safely to harbor.
Thomas G. Long, Professor Emeritus, Emory University
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Many of us who admire a radical apocalyptic theology of resistance have long recognized the importance of the Blumhardts, father and son. They influenced Karl Barth, William Stringfellow, Jacques Ellul, the Bruderhofs, and a host of others who may not even recognize their legacy from these original yet profoundly biblical teachers. This new translation of Johann’s Gospel Sermons is most welcome.
Fleming Rutledge, author of The Crucifixion: Understanding the Death of Jesus Christ and Not Ashamed of the Gospel
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Rather than focusing narrowly only on outward physical healing, the Blumhardts share a larger concern for inner spiritual healing as we deal with the uncertainty, doubt, fear, and suffering that may be part of a time of sickness. Much of what they say applies to other kinds of loss as well, for the God Who Heals meets us not only in sickness but in times of job loss, the death of a loved one, and other difficulties. Each of the sixty-one devotionals are just a few pages long, but I found them packed with encouragement.
April Yamasaki, author, Sacred Pauses: Spiritual Practices for Personal Renewal
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Whatever circumstance you are facing right now, this book of daily readings will help you focus on a closer relationship with Jesus, our one true spiritual healer. Soak in these words of hope by the Blumhardts and find healing strength for your soul.
Rick Warren
