The Great Pursuit: The Message for Those in Search of God - Softcover

Eugene H. Peterson is a pastor, scholar, writer, and poet. After teaching at a seminary and then giving nearly thirty years to church ministry, he created The Message, the vibrant Bible translation that connects with today's readers like no other. Eugene and his wife, Jan, now live in his native Montana. They are the parents of three and the grandparents of six.

Randall Niles is CFO and director of operations for www.allaboutgod.com, an Internet-based ministry dedicated to truth-seeking. Randall is a trained corporate attorney who also teaches business, law, and philosophy at Colorado Christian University. He lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with his wife and three kids.

Optional Subhead: Includes excerpts from The Message, the best-selling contemporary Bible translation by Eugene Peterson. COPY: "Spiritual but not religious"--does that describe you? You're looking to find out more about God--whoever God is--on your terms, in your own way. Above all, you're in pursuit of something real. And with that goal, you're open to all the honest information and insight you can get. That's what this book offers you. The collection of spiritual stories and information presented here is designed to help you in your pursuit of God. It's ancient wisdom that's relevant for your life today. The Great Pursuit offers you: " An introduction to the Bible, inviting you to get started on your search " Stories about individuals in pursuit of God, taken from the best-selling contemporary Bible translation The Message " True accounts of other "searchers on the way," including well-known historical figures in science, philosophy, the arts, politics, and world religions " Frequently asked questions about life, faith, and the Bible, along with recommended resources to find out more It's everything you need to get started on a powerful, personal journey of discovery that can last a lifetime.