Following Jesus

Finding Our Way Home in an Age of Anxiety

By: Henri J. M. Nouwen, Richard Rohr, Gabrielle Earnshaw

Narrated by: Fred Sanders

“Timeless wisdom for life from one of the great spiritual masters of our age.” (James Martin, S.J., author of Jesus: A Pilgrimage)

In this never-before-published work of inspiration, the best-selling author of The Return of the Prodigal Son offers a compelling case for why Christianity is still relevant, beautiful, intelligent, and necessary in the modern world.

At one of the lowest points in Henri Nouwen’s life, he gave a series of lectures on the importance of following Jesus in an age of anxiety. Drawn from those talks, this new work reveals what sustained Nouwen to remain faithful to the teachings of Jesus and led him to become an icon of compassion and vulnerability. Here, he writes eloquently about calling and purpose, fear and hope. And he explains why - with so many choices available to the 21st-century seeker - the greatest reward for those looking for spiritual direction is rediscovering Jesus’ teaching on love. Along the way, Nouwen offers warm, insightful, practical habits to help listeners navigate the narrow, sometimes arduous, but ultimately fulfilling road of conviction and faith.

Praise for Following Jesus

“Few writers have influenced me more than Henri Nouwen. These newly published lectures offer fresh and timely insights amid the familiar cadences of Nouwen’s prose, written from a place of deep anxiety but even deeper hope.” (John Inazu, professor of political science, Washington University in St. Louis, author of Confident Pluralism)

“In Following Jesus, beloved pastor and spiritual mentor Henri Nouwen guides the reader on the journey he has traveled as a follower of Jesus. Without minimizing the anxieties, fears, and brokenness that touch down in every reader’s story, Nouwen gently leads the way into a life that centers on Jesus and engulfs the follower with God’s love, a sense of belonging, and a purpose that endures. Truly a wise and welcome word for anyone in this age of anxiety.” (Carolyn Custis James, author of Half the Church: Recapturing God’s Global Vision for Women and Finding God in the Margins)

©2019 Henri J. M. Nouwen (P)2019 Random House Audio

Critic reviews

“In classic fashion, Henri Nouwen offers a compelling vision of what it means to follow Jesus that is stunningly simple and profoundly deep. In a world marked by debilitating anxiety, these reflections ground us in a way of being that helps us find our way to God and to one another. For nearly twenty years I have regularly come back to Nouwen’s words for encouragement and wisdom. As usual, he doesn’t disappoint. What a gift!”—Rich Villodas, lead pastor, New Life Fellowship

“The late Dutch Catholic priest and spiritual writer Nouwen unpacks what it means to be a follower of Jesus in modern society in this excellent posthumous collection of essays. . . . For Christians interested in Nouwen, this collection of his writings will serve as a fine introduction.”—Publishers Weekly

loved it

liked everything that was written.
will watch for more to come in the near future

Excellent Audiobook

This is an excellent audiobook, please treat yourself to its wisdom, spoken in very clear language

Really glad I got this one

Truly freash new insights and practical advice for age old challenges. Definitely worth a listen.

Compelling

Henri Nouwens book brings to life the difference of passively following Jesus and the true call to awaken my senses and follow Jesus with intention a d passion. Henri is the Prophet of Love and thus speaks to the heart.

Life changing application

Many nuggets of beauty, goodness and truth!
Nouwen’s use of biblical truth, life experiences and challenges made this an awesome book to listen to and learn from.

Wisdom!

This is a beautiful and wise book. I especially love how simple and direct it is. It’s a treasure that comes from Nouwen’s own deep experience of the life of following Jesus.

Following Jesus

I really liked this book. It was a good reminder of who you are in Christ and captivates a great view on Jesus’ heart

So Thankful

For the last few months I have been in a fog spiritually. I reached out for Christ and prayed "please, make it plain." My prayers are answered--through Nouwen HE makes it plain.

beautifully poignant reflection

I love that Nouwen continues to give even after having left us. This is a beautiful reflection that inspires me to clarify and focus join the purpose for which Christ had called me... to follow Jesus.

To be with Jesus To know Jesus To live Jesus

Great description of what it is to be a follower of Jesus. Do you want to be like Jesus?