The Imitation of Christ (Moody Classic Series)

Besides the Bible, this is the most-published book in any language. For nearly 600 years this classic has nourished Christian devotion among readers of every age and nation. In it, the Dutch monk Thomas of Kempen helps believers to rely totally on Christ's words, and thereby to follow his example. 320 pages, from Moody Press.

Thomas a Kempis was not a haphazard follower of Jesus. The depth of his masterpiece mirrors the life of a man who did whatever was necessary to imitate his own Savior. A Kempis lived as intentionally as he wrote. We must turn away from the things of this world, we must live sacrificially, we must be inundated with Christ's passionate teaching, and we must pray to be removed from distraction.<BR><BR>A classic in every state of the word, <EM>The Imitation of Christ</EM> places the fruit of one man's single-minded devotion to God's calling on his life within the reach of every reader. May we all commit to be this effective in our emulation of Jesus.  <BR><BR>Moody Classics<BR>Of all the factors influencing our spiritual growth and development, pivotal books play a key role. Learning from those who have walked the path and fought the fight brings wisdom and strengthens resolve. And hearing the familiar chords of kingdom living sung by voices from other times can penetrate cultural barriers that limit our allegiance to the King. To this end, Moody Publishers is honored to introduce the first six volumes in what is to be an ongoing series of spiritual classics. Selected for their enduring influence and timeless perspective, these new editions promise to shape the lives of spiritual pilgrims for generations to come.Read less