The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry

How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World

De: John Mark Comer, John Ortberg - foreword

Narrado por: John Mark Comer, Kris Koscheski

Duración: 5 h y 20 m

Resumen del Editor

ECPA best seller • A compelling emotional and spiritual case against hurry and in favor of a slower, simpler way of life

"As someone all too familiar with ‘hurry sickness,’ I desperately needed this book." (Scott Harrison, New York Times best-selling author of Thirst)

"Who am I becoming?"

That was the question nagging pastor and author John Mark Comer. Outwardly, he appeared successful. But inwardly, things weren’t pretty. So, he turned to a trusted mentor for guidance and heard these words:

"Ruthlessly eliminate hurry from your life. Hurry is the great enemy of the spiritual life."

It wasn’t the response he expected, but it was - and continues to be - the answer he needs. Too often, we treat the symptoms of toxicity in our modern world instead of trying to pinpoint the cause. A growing number of voices are pointing at hurry, or busyness, as a root of much evil.

Within this audiobook, you’ll find a fascinating road map to staying emotionally healthy and spiritually alive in the chaos of the modern world.

©2019 John Mark Comer (P)2019 Random House Audio

Reseñas de la Crítica

“As someone all too familiar with ‘hurry sickness’, I desperately needed this book.” (Scott Harrison, New York Times best-selling author of Thirst)

“Necessary. Freeing.” (Annie F. Downs, best-selling author of 100 Days to Brave and Remember God)

“There are those rare books that every single waking person needs to immediately go read. This is that book. We’ve found no better conversation or a more much-needed antidote to our culture’s problem of busyness and hurry than John Mark’s words in this book. Beyond helpful and encouraging and insightful to us!” (Alyssa and Jefferson Bethke, New York Times best-selling authors of Jesus > Religion and Love That Lasts)

Transformative

A fan of JMC's teaching and writing style, I couldn't wait to listen to this narrative and it did not disappoint. Comer's well worn teaching's on Sabbath wove their way into another book (similar content to Garden City), but the remainder was full of content that was new, insightful, educational and transformative. I took away many tangible/tactical ways that I can be more like Jesus by slowing down like hiding social media apps, minimizing possessions, using a budget, not rushing while driving or at the grocery store, re-wearing outfits. I hope that those ideas don't discourage you from reading the book. Yes, they are challenging but and all very difficult to do in the world we live in but Comer's Biblical knowledge and gentle teaching style allow the WHY behind the ideas to be received as an invitation to the lifestyle that you actually truly desire - to be more like Jesus and live with His easy yoke. I am excited for the challenge ahead to change habits and live in the truth presented in the book so that I can rest easier in this world and be more content with what I have. I have needed a good motivation to do this. My soul desperately needed to hear what was contained in the book because I am very burdened by this world. I would encourage every Christ follower AND every burnt out, over booked, busy person in the world to read it and be encouraged that there is an alternative way to live. Jesus wasn't in a hurry and we can find inner peace when we're not either. Thanks John Mark for using your gifts on another incredible piece.

My favorite book next to the Bible

This book was engaging from beginning to end. It really is the most revelant topic of our age - society at large is living rat race to nowhere. This book thoroughly tackles that subject in such a refreshing and practical way. So much more to be said but I'm going to have to listen to the book again to elaborate. Also bonus points for the author actually reading, that made it so much more enjoyable.

Grateful for this resource!

Wonderful invitation to the Easy Yoke. Great presentation of research, contributing to a compelling argument for shedding hurry and all it's residue. Loved this book!

Nothing but benefit

Everyone who takes up this book will hear a refreshing, witty, fun, and ultimately very serious articulation of the essence and divine functionality of the gospel. Entering into the way of Jesus can only be done through elimination of hurry and all the things that create it.

Everyone should read this book. It’s that important. And it happens to very well done as well. So that’s a plus.

Love it

It is completely backward from any book I’ve read. Love it and have listened about 4 x. I love that he continually points us to Jesus.
For the first time in my life, I’ve slowed down enough to not just read the Bible but ask God questions as I read it. Finally know what it means to love Jesus!!!

Read this today.

Timely message for anyone who seeks to live intentionally. Absolutely critical for any who aim to follow Jesus today.

Best book well read by author!

Thank you Mr. Comer. I applaud you for listening to the Holy Spirit and getting all of it out so beautifully for the rest of us. Thank you, also, for embracing the works of theologians in the Catholic Church. Kudos to you. God bless.

Great

Great Jesus thoughts. Simple, honest, short. Helpful, practical, easy reading. will read it again, more slowly next time ;)

Excellent Message

This book is a much needed message for people living in our modern life of hurry. It was a relief to hear someone finally talk about how we weren’t built to be living this go go go lifestyle. As someone who is not Christian, but has a respect for the teachings and life of Jesus, I can say without a doubt this book is full of great information for everyone. Just had my first “Sabbath” with my loved ones and we all agreed we hadn’t had a day so full of connection like that in a while.

I’m gonna try

I really enjoyed the listen. It’s definitely time to slow down. This book was pretty convicting in a really entertaining way. Should we move to Portland?

Anyway, I buy it. It’s going to be hard, but this isn’t resolution type stuff. Many of these recommendations SHOULD be pretty easy to implement. I’ll admit my phone is my alarm clock so I sleep next to it, but I’m on information detox for this weekend at least...well it’s a start.