Learning My Name
When the prodigal returns home, the real relational work between father and son begins. Learning My Name is the harrowing chronicle of a fearful prodigal putting family relationships on the line as he learns to trust the love of both his dad and his heavenly Father for the sake of putting neurotic, addictive thinking to rest.But this book is more than the author’s story; it is the story of humanity’s interaction with God. Desperation becomes discovery, and light floods onto both the prodigal tendencies of evangelical faith, and the character of the Trinity whose love beckons us home.This is the story of finding that “the love of the Father is far more durable than we’ve come to believe,” and discovering a new joy in God’s goodness and love. It’s a book for tired rebels, fearful followers, and anyone who longs to meet the God of laughter and adventure.
I was privileged to have an early look at Pete's new book and was really captivated by the entwining of story with some very insightful, if not radical observations of how one wrestles with the reality of the world breaking in on the preconceived 'love of God' and how it can transform that love into a richer, deeper love that can truly help us on this journey. I have two kids who fall in that wonderful 'twentysomething' category and a copy of Pete's book will be sent to them as soon as it hits the shelves. -- Jeffrey L. Sparks
Pete Gall is, first and foremost, a tremendous writer. No, wait; he's primarily a deep, insightful thinker. Okay, why split hairs - he's both. Learning My Name is a remarkable new work where the ideas and words flow together like the melody and lyrics of a beautiful song. And like a beautiful song, I was inspired, elevated and found myself 'humming along' with the thoughts and challenges of Learning My Name. Gall manages to dig deep into THE issues of faith and self with humility and expertise while gently inviting me to follow along - the result is hard to describe, but I know I'm different and better for having been encouraged and provoked by Learning My Name. -- Dan Merchant
Pete Gall writes with an honesty and transparency that is simply unheard of. This time around, Pete writes about identity --- about learning who we really are. His insights are breathtaking, and his stories about as raw and naked as they come. -- Mark Oestreicher, President
Product Details
- Title : Learning My Name
- Author: Gall, Pete
- Publisher: Zondervan
- Publication Date: 2009
- ISBN: 9780310562863