A Place of Quiet Rest: Finding Intimacy with God Through a Daily Devotional Life

by Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth; Joni Eareckson Tada

Publisher:

Moody Publishers

, 2002

Overview

The God of the universe created us for a love relationship with Him! We long for that sweet intimacy with God, but it often seems so out of reach. Yet even in the busyness of daily life, we hear those whispers calling us, drawing us to sit at the feet of Jesus.

Best-selling author Nancy Leigh DeMoss demystifies the process of coming to know God intimately. For over 10 years A Place of Quiet Rest has spoken to readers, helping them to a deeper relationship with Christ. In A Place of Quiet Rest Nancy shares from her heart and life how a daily devotional time can forever change your life.

Includes personal reflections by Elisabeth Elliot, Kay Arthur, Barbara Rainey, Joni Eareckson Tada in addition to Making it Personal sections for deeper study.

From the Back Cover

ARE YOU IN NEED OF ENCOURAGEMENT TO SEEK AFTER GOD WITH YOUR WHOLE HEART?

The God of the universe created us for fellowship with Himself!  We realize this and even long for that sweet intimacy with God, but it often seems so out of reach.  Yet even in the busyness of daily life, we hear those whispers calling us, drawing us to set at Jesus’ feet.

Nancy Leigh DeMoss demystifies the process of coming to know God intimately.  In A Place of Quiet Rest Nancy shares from her heart and life how a daily devotional time can forever change your relationship with Jesus.  She addresses the common frustrations and pitfalls that most of us encounter in our devotional life, and makes practical suggestions for overcoming them.  Nancy gives us the encouragement--and tools--to seek after God for a lifetime.

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Contents

Foreword
Acknowledgments
From My Heart

Part 1
The Priority of a Devotional Life
“One thing have I desired, that will I seek after.”

1. A Day in the Life of the Lord / 21

2. Made for Intimacy / 35

Part 2
The Purpose of a Devotional Life
“Teach me Your ways so I may know You.”

3. The Inner Life / 51

4. The Outer Walk / 69

Part 3
The Pattern of a Devotional Life
“Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up.”

5. Getting Started / 91

Part 4
The Problems of a Devotional Life
“I sought Him, but I could not find Him.”

6. “The Hard Thing for Me Is . . .” / 111

Part 5
The Practice of a Devotional Life
“I wait for the Lord . . . and in His Word do I hope.”

SECTION 1: Receiving His Word
“Mary . . . sat at Jesus’ feet, and heard His word.”

7. The Wonder of the Word / 141

8. Getting into the Word: A Listening Ear / 161

9. Getting the Word into You: A Learning Mind / 181

SECTION 2: Responding to His Word
“Mary . . . anointed the feet of Jesus.”

10. The Perfume of Praise: A Loving Heart / 207

11. The Privilege of Prayer: A Longing Cry / 231

Part 6
The Product of a Devotional Life
“Let my Beloved come into His garden and eat His pleasant fruits.”

12. Cultivating the Garden of the Heart / 253

Appendix: Recommended Devotional Books / 269

From the Heart of . . .
Elisabeth Elliot / 32
Nancy Wilson / 47
Sandy Smith / 67
Mary Madeline Whittinghill / 87
Vonette Bright / 107
Barbara Rainey / 134
Tina Norviel / 158
Jeannie Elliff / 178
Tex Tippit / 203
Kay Arthur / 228
Jeanne Seaborn / 248
Joni Eareckson Tada / 266

Praise for A Place of Quiet Rest

”All who encounter Nancy see her deep walk with God that radiates from within her.  To discover her secret, read this book slowly so that her intimacy with God can be yours too."
-Evelyn Christenson, Author What Happens When Women Pray

“My dear friend’s book is so timely...so urgent.  Its beauty in style and words will woo you to the feet of the Lover of your soul, and there teach you how to converse with the Sovereign ruler of the universe.  It will show you how to be still...to cease striving, to let go, to relax...and know that He is God.  He has not left His throne."
-Kay Arthur, Precept Ministries

"One of the greatest young Bible teachers and Christian speakers of our time.  She is both biblical and practical... Spend an enjoyable and rewarding quiet time developing an intimate relationship with God."
-Vonette Bright, Campus Crusade for Christ

“I recommend A Place of Quiet Rest to everybody who desires a deeper relationship God. It literally changed my life and my whole perspective on how I relate to the Lord on a personal level. I still refer to that book and will be reading it again.”

“I’ve been saved for almost twenty-two years, and this book has been such a refreshing reminder of how much I need God and how much He longs to spend time with me.”

“As a twenty-nine-year-old mother of three, A Place of Quiet Rest has had a huge impact on my life. I regret to say that I started this study with dread. ‘You mean I have to get up every morning and set aside time with the Lord?’ I’m embarrassed now that I ever felt that way. True, it was a struggle the first few days but after that I began to have a hunger to know His Word. Now, I never want to stop learning, and I look forward every morning to my cup of coffee and time with my Lord. Thank you for igniting a fire inside of me that I only regret didn’t start earlier in my life. Your book has been motivation for me to seek the Lord and spend time getting to know Him.”

“I read the entire book this week. It is one of the best things I have ever read on having an intimate relationship with God.”

“I purchased A Place of Quiet Rest for a friend but decided to read it myself first. I could not put it down. I have purchased many additional copies for gifts to others.”

“What a challenging book to this pastor. Thank you. My personal devotions with the Lord, as well as my preaching, have benefited.”

“Your book took my time of devotion to new depths and new insight, helping the Word stay with me during the day. I can recommend this book to every believer, whether they have a good relationship with the Lord or struggle through their devotional times.”

Product Details

• Title : A Place of Quiet Rest: Finding Intimacy with God Through a Daily Devotional Life
• Author: DeMoss, Nancy Leigh
• Publisher: Moody Publishers
• Publication Date: 2009
• ISBN: 9781575674766

About the Authors

NANCY DEMOSS WOLGEMUTH is the founder and lead Bible teacher for Revive Our Hearts, a ministry dedicated to calling women to freedom, fullness, and fruitfulness in Christ. Nancy's love for Christ and passion for His Word are evident through her writing, digital, and conference outreaches and her two daily audio teachings—Revive Our Hearts and Seeking Him. Her books have sold millions of copies and are reaching the hearts of women around the world. Nancy and her husband, Robert, live in Michigan.