{"product_id":"in-all-things-thee-to-see","title":"In All Things Thee to See: A Devotional Guide to Selected Poems of George Herbert, selections and reflections by Stephen Witmer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDevotional Invites Readers to Examine and Enjoy One of History's Greatest Spiritual Poets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeorge Herbert, one of the greatest spiritual poets of all time, influenced many of Christianity's most cherished writers including Richard Baxter, Charles Spurgeon, T. S. Eliot, and C. S. Lewis. His works, rich with vivid language, theological insight, and pastoral guidance, expand the reader's capacity to experience and delight in Christ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this devotional volume, Stephen Witmer presents 40 of George Herbert's most impactful poems, favored for their brevity, accessibility, and relevance to contemporary Christians. With explanations of unfamiliar terms and concepts and brief devotional reflections, Witmer helps readers gain a deeper understanding of each poem and its application. This beautiful volume shepherds readers toward spiritual growth, inviting them not only to engage with Herbert's poetry but also to encounter the God who inspired it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeloved Poet: \u003c\/strong\u003e One of the most popular devotional poets of the 17th century and of all time, George Herbert's work is a lasting treasure for believers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessible: \u003c\/strong\u003e Featuring approachable poems with helpful explanations, this devotional is made accessible for anyone wanting to reflect deeper on the beauty of Christ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrief Commentary: \u003c\/strong\u003e Explains unfamiliar words and concepts, and application sections suggest ways the poems can shape and deepen readers' spiritual lives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUseful for Meditation: \u003c\/strong\u003e Thoughtfully crafted to encourage reflection and personal meditation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e40 Poems \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe Altar\u003cbr\u003eThe Agony\u003cbr\u003eRedemption\u003cbr\u003eEaster Wings\u003cbr\u003eSin (1)\u003cbr\u003eAffliction (1)\u003cbr\u003eRepentance\u003cbr\u003eFaith\u003cbr\u003ePrayer (1)\u003cbr\u003eThe Temper (1)\u003cbr\u003eThe Holy Scriptures (1)\u003cbr\u003eGrace\u003cbr\u003eMatins\u003cbr\u003eEvensong\u003cbr\u003eThe Windows\u003cbr\u003eTrinity Sunday\u003cbr\u003eDenial\u003cbr\u003eVirtue\u003cbr\u003eThe Pearl\u003cbr\u003eAntiphon (2)\u003cbr\u003eMortification\u003cbr\u003eThe Dawning\u003cbr\u003eJESU\u003cbr\u003eDialogue\u003cbr\u003eThe Holdfast\u003cbr\u003eThe Bag\u003cbr\u003eThe Collar\u003cbr\u003eThe Call\u003cbr\u003eJoseph's Coat\u003cbr\u003eThe Pulley\u003cbr\u003eThe Flower\u003cbr\u003eA True Hymn\u003cbr\u003eThe Answer\u003cbr\u003eBitter-sweet\u003cbr\u003eThe Glance\u003cbr\u003eAaron\u003cbr\u003eThe Forerunners \u003cbr\u003eThe Elixir\u003cbr\u003eDeath\u003cbr\u003eLove (3)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eConclusion\u003cbr\u003eAcknowledgments\u003cbr\u003eNotes\u003cbr\u003ePerson Index\u003cbr\u003eScripture Index\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The poetry of George Herbert holds a hallowed place in the hearts of Christian readers who love devotional poetry. This edition of selected Herbert poems accompanied by pastoral commentary makes Herbert an even greater treasure.\"\u003cbr\u003e--\u003cstrong\u003eLeland Ryken, \u003c\/strong\u003e Professor Emeritus of English, Wheaton College\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Herbert's poetry pulses with praise and pierces with sorrow. It wonders. It beckons. It brings us into the presence of God and deepens our spiritual lives. With a trusted guide like Stephen Witmer, the poems of George Herbert can become friends and companions along the way of life--voices of aid and reflection for all who seek to follow Christ. This book offers forty rich treasures for readers of every kind.\"\u003cbr\u003e--\u003cstrong\u003eAbram van Engen, \u003c\/strong\u003e author, \u003cem\u003eWord Made Fresh: An Invitation to Poetry for the Church\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"I have never understood why George Herbert is not a household name among Christians. No other major literary author is so evangelical, so Christ-centered, so biblical, so devotional. Stephen Witmer briefly unpacks and applies Herbert's poetry so that today's Christians can connect with a fellow believer who can deepen and enrich their faith.\"\u003cbr\u003e--\u003cstrong\u003eGene Edward Veith Jr., \u003c\/strong\u003e Provost Emeritus, Patrick Henry College; author, \u003cem\u003eReformation Spirituality: The Religion of George Herbert\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"George Herbert was a man after God's own heart. With Stephen Witmer as a reliable guide, this short anthology of Herbert's best poems offers easy entrance into a remarkable resource for spiritual formation. Through his memorable, beautiful poetry, George Herbert can become one of your soul's best mentors and truest friends.\"\u003cbr\u003e--\u003cstrong\u003ePhilip Graham Ryken, \u003c\/strong\u003e President, Wheaton College\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeorge Herbert\u003c\/strong\u003e (1593-1633) was an English poet, orator, and priest. Best known for his vivid language and devotional verse, Herbert's work has inspired generations of believers to encounter and delight in Christ, including some of Christianity's most beloved writers such as Richard Baxter, Charles Spurgeon, T. S. Eliot, and C. S. Lewis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStephen Witmer \u003c\/strong\u003e(PhD, University of Cambridge) is the lead pastor of Pepperell Christian Fellowship in Pepperell, Massachusetts, a council member of the Gospel Coalition, and the cofounder of Small Town Summits. He writes for Desiring God and is the author of \u003cem\u003eEternity Changes Everything\u003c\/em\u003e; \u003cem\u003eA Big Gospel in Small Places\u003c\/em\u003e; and \u003cem\u003eThe Preacher's Greek Companion to Hebrews\u003c\/em\u003e. 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