This powerful devotional aid has been called a perennial classic. The format offers readings from 176 books, 52 hymns, and 141 different writers that helps to develop and cultivate personal worship. The authors, Bob and Michael Benson, turned to their years of devotion of the study of the Scriptures and readings to the rich traditions of spiritual aids to spiritual growth used throughout Christian history and across the centuries. This is a devotional that has stood the test of time and continues to touch lives deeply
Though actually an ordained elder, the late Bob Benson, Sr. was best known as a lay preacher at retreats and other gatherings. Having spent thirty years in the family music business, Bob was well known for his abilities to communicate the deepest truths of the gospel in simple, family-oriented ways. Bob succombed to cancer after a thirteen year battle. This fight led him inwardly and quickly became the catalyst for much spiritual growth in his life. A husband and father of five, Benson was a successful author having penned these other titles: Laughter in the Walls, Come Share the Being, Somethings' Goin' on Here, In Quest of the Shared Life, He Speaks Softly, See You At the House, and The Journey Home.
Michael Benson is an itinerant minister traveling weekly preaching in local churches, on college campuses and at retreats. Focusing on the formative work of God, his message is insightful and articulate and is popularly received. He and his wife Gwen live in Hendersonville, Tennessee with their three children.