Apart from the Bible itself, I believe there is no better source for spiritual guidance and direction than these two books. They “unpack” the spiritual principles in the Scriptures in a way that reaches and resonates with a soul eager to absorb and walk out the Word of God in their lives, and become more like Jesus. These are powerfully anointed books, that have been formational and transformation in my life. Even used by God to minister and guide me through a special inner healing journey that He arranged for me.
I first encountered these books in the 1970’s. My earliest surviving copy was in its Fourteenth Printing in 1974! Millions were already sold, and many more since. One of my copies of God at Eventide, as the sequel book to God Calling , 1950 as its copyright date.
I have given away hundreds of these books over many years, have heard a pastor, and others, say the Lord led them to a specific entry in God Calling at a particular moment in answer to a question or need. I have experienced similar. A friend of mine recently, while reading a portion as a means of introducing the book to her weekly Bible Study, reported that a member not yet arrived, came to the door speaking the very same words she had just read to the others!
From the introductory page of my oldest copy: “God Calling is no ordinary book…” A.J. Russell, the editor, remarks. “Not one person, but two, wrote this book. They elected to remain anonymous and to be called ‘Two Listeners.’ Their claim was that their message had been given to them by the living Christ Himself. My simple task has been to prepare God Calling for publication.” Considering the content, plus how the Lord has used these two books in my life in such unlikely and unusual ways, I am unable to conclude any differently. As with all books, including the Bible itself, one needs to be led and guided by the Holy Spirit in one’s reading and understanding.
These books are NOT “Jesus Calling,” the very popular, well publicized books promoted everywhere. That book is an open attempt by its author to duplicate the process and results of God Calling. While many like and use it for a daily devotional, in my mind it does not compare well.
Both God Calling and God at Eventide have had many publishers. God at Eventide is even published now under the title, “God Calling 2, God at Eventide, Companion to God Calling 1” Barnes and Nobles carries several editions of these books, including a hardback edition with both together. Digital ebook editions are also available.
You will be blessed with these books. Study them, meditate on the truths they contain and benefit from the scriptural principles they unpack.
Carole Robinson
A God Listener
03/31/2016
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