In this brand-new, never before seen narrative, the bestselling author of The Return of the Prodigal Son offers a compelling case for why Christianity is still relevant, beautiful, intelligent and necessary in the modern world.
HENRI NOUWEN was a Dutch-born Catholic priest, professor, and pastor, who gained international renown as the author of over 30 books on the spiritual life, including such classics as The Wounded Healer, The Inner Voice of Love, and The Return of the Prodigal Son. Nouwen's books have been translated into more than 30 languages and have sold upward of seven million copies worldwide, resonating with people across the religious, spiritual, cultural, and political spectrum. Since his death in 1996, ever icreasing numbers of readers, writers, teachers, and seekers have been guided by his literary legacy.
“A compelling reminder that the primary truths of Christ’s gospel
suffice for our deepest needs.”—U.S. Catholic
“In classic fashion, Henri Nouwen offers a compelling vision of
what it means to follow Jesus that is stunningly simple and
profoundly deep. In a world marked by debilitating anxiety, these
reflections ground us in a way of being that helps us find our way
to God and to one another. For nearly twenty years I have regularly
come back to Nouwen’s words for encouragement and wisdom. As usual,
he doesn’t disappoint. What a gift!”—Rich Villodas, lead pastor,
New Life Fellowship
“Amid global catastrophe, in an age heavy with anxiety about our
collective future, the gentle voice of Henri Nouwen calls to us
across time and space. In his signature simple yet profound way, he
invites us with love to turn our gaze to Love itself: the presence
of God in Christ, who is with us always. May this beautiful
collection calm our fears and make us more attuned to that healing
presence.”—Katelyn Beaty, author of A Woman’s Place
“Henri Nouwen remains one of my favorite authors. His words are
full of grace and substance. With both simplicity and laser
precision, Nouwen invites us to follow Jesus wherever He leads.
Opening the pages, I found my anxious heart instantly settled. Our
daily lives often end in exhaustion, full of restless wandering or
idle passivity. Following Jesus leads us from fear to love—and
in the secure place of love, we find life and connection to God and
one another.” —Vivian Mabuni, speaker and author of Open
Hands, Willing Heart: Discover the Joy of Saying Yes to God
“In Following Jesus, Nouwen offers us a lifeline from the
all-consuming culture of stress and self, and invites us into an
introspective yet others-focused faith, where Christ is at the
center of our souls and our pursuits. I found great freedom in this
book, especially in the prayers at the end of every chapter, and I
know that in the digital age it will be a respite for every
believer who is constantly ‘connected’ yet struggles with
loneliness, comparison, and isolation. Henri is a gift to our
generation, and the generations to come.” —Ashley Abercrombie,
author of Rise of the Truth Teller, speaker, and cohost of the
Why Tho? podcast
“The late Dutch Catholic priest and spiritual writer Nouwen unpacks
what it means to be a follower of Jesus in modern society in this
excellent posthumous collection of essays. . . . For Christians
interested in Nouwen, this collection of his writings will serve as
a fine introduction.”—Publishers Weekly
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