Knowing God
by J.I. Packer
Knowing God by J.I. Packer holds a highly rated rating of 4.31 out of 5, based on 29.8K reader ratings. First published in 1973. The book spans 286 pages.
About Knowing God
For over 40 years, J. I. Packer's classic has been an important tool to help Christians around the world discover the wonder, the glory and the joy of knowing God. In 2006, Christianity Today voted this title one of the top 50 books that have shaped evangelicals. This edition is updated with Americanized language and spelling and a new preface by the author. Stemming from Packer's profound theological knowledge, Knowing God brings together two important facets of the Christian faith: 1. Knowing about God and 2. Knowing God through the context of a close relationship with the person of Jesus Christ. Written in an engaging and practical tone, this thought-provoking work seeks to transform and enrich the Christian understanding of God. Explaining both who God is and how we can relate to him, Packer divides his book into three sections: The first directs our attention to how and why we know God, the second to the attributes of God and the third to the benefits enjoyed by a those who know him intimately. This guide leads readers into a greater understanding of God while providing advice to gaining a closer relationship with him as a result.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | J.I. Packer |
| Published | 1973 |
| Pages | 286 |
| Genres | Christian, Non-Fiction, Religion & Spirituality, Religion & Spirituality |
| Average Rating | 4.31 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 29,848 |
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What genre is Knowing God?
Knowing God is categorized as Christian, Non-Fiction, Religion & Spirituality, Religion & Spirituality. Its primary genre classification is Christian.
Is Knowing God worth reading?
Based on 29.8K reader ratings, Knowing God has an average score of 4.31 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Knowing God?
Knowing God has 286 pages.
Who wrote Knowing God?
Knowing God was written by J.I. Packer. It was first published in 1973.
What is the ISBN for Knowing God?
The ISBN-13 for Knowing God is 9780830816510.0.
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