Delighting in God

'Delighting in God' by A.W. Tozer is a profound yet accessible invitation to experience the sheer joy of knowing the Creator. Written as a natural follow-up to his beloved classic, The Knowledge of the Holy, this book shifts the focus from simply understanding God's majestic attributes to actively reveling in His presence.

Tozer writes with the warmth of a pastor and the urgency of a prophet. He observes that modern life often leaves us restless and spiritually drained because we search for meaning in temporary things. His gentle but firm remedy is to return our gaze to God. Because we are beautifully made in His image, Tozer argues, our souls will only find true peace and purpose when they are deeply connected to Him.

The book is beautifully lucid, stripping away complex theological jargon to reveal a simple truth: our highest calling is not to perform exhaustingly for God, but to delight in Him. When we begin to see God for who He truly is—infinitely loving, holy, and faithful—our hearts naturally respond with genuine worship rather than hollow religious routine.

Ultimately, 'Delighting in God' is a heartfelt reminder that the Christian life is meant to be a vibrant, joyful relationship. By cultivating a quiet, steady awareness of God's presence in our everyday lives, Tozer assures us that we can transform our weary faith into a wellspring of profound, enduring delight.

Aiden Wilson Tozer was an American evangelical pastor, speaker, writer, and editor. After coming to Christ at the age of seventeen, Tozer found his way into the Christian & Missionary Alliance denomination where he served for over forty years. In 1950, he was appointed by the denomination's General Council to be the editor of 'The Alliance Witness'. Born into poverty in western Pennsylvania in 1897, Tozer died in May 1963 a self-educated man who had taught himself what he missed in high school and college due to his home situation. Though he wrote many books, two of them, 'The Pursuit of God' and 'The Knowledge of the Holy' are widely considered to be classics.