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Garden City

Work, Rest, and the Art of Being Human

by John Mark Comer
John Mark Comer
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What does it mean to be human?
We've all heard it said: It's who you are that matters, not what you do.

Really?

Where do the Scriptures teach that?

After all, from the first page of the Bible forward, human beings were made to rule over the earth, to gather up the raw materials of planet earth, and to carve out a world.

Theologically rich, yet down-to-earth and practical, Garden City speaks to all of us who are searching for our calling in life or just trying to find meaning in the everyday. In the end, this audio book is an invitation to ask the ancient, primal, human question: Why am I here and what should I do about it?

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  • Release date

    September 29, 2015

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Listen audiobook

      • ISBN: 9781621885436
      • File size: 143120 KB
      • Duration: 04:58:09

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • AudioFile Magazine
      Listeners will hear the joy and excitement in Pastor John Mark Comer's voice as he delivers his own work detailing his understanding of how we should spend our time in a fallen world striving for the hope of returning to the Garden of Eden. It's obvious, however, that he's constrained by reading from his own manuscript instead of being able to flow with his notes, as he does when delivering sermons. Regardless, his biblical knowledge and deep understanding of the faith are evident in his tone and pace, enabling listeners to learn how to live the abundant life promised by Christ. Both his enthusiasm and contagious personality will keep listeners' attention and leave them wanting to hear the pastor's message again and again. T.D. © AudioFile 2017, Portland, Maine
    • Publisher's Weekly

      August 10, 2015
      In his latest book Comer takes a holistic approach to work, life, and leisure. Arguing that each part of daily life should support a strong spiritual life, Comer delves into his own biography for examples: “I asked the elders of my church if I could quit. They were gracious enough to say yes (maybe they were thinking, Finally.) Now I lead just one church, not three. And I share the leadership with an amazing team of people.” He advocates for an approach to work that “builds for the Kingdom of God” and views rest as not just refueling for more work but for sake of worship, enjoyment, and becoming more like God, who rested after creating the heavens and the earth. With candor and an informal tone, Comer injects humor throughout despite the grandiose message. Following the strongly Christian morals at play, Comer wraps up his intricate argument with quotes from the Bible, as well as such writers as N.T. Wright, Miroslav Volf, and Dallas Willard, in support of his view that our redemptive work, alongside purposeful rest, prepares us to reign as God’s royal servants in the new creation that will be resurrected after evil is destroyed.

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  • OverDrive Listen audiobook

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  • English

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