So many of us avoid radical discipleship by being selective, choosing rather those areas in which commitment is appealing, and steering well clear of areas where it will be costly.
But because Jesus is Lord, we have no liberty to pick and choose.

The author looks at eight characteristics of Christian discipleship, which are commonly neglected yet deserve to be taken seriously.

Commendations

‘A farewell book from one of the giants of our generation.’ – Amy Boucher Pye
‘I always wanted to enter more fully into what Eugene Peterson calls ‘the unforced rhythms of grace’. This is the book I will turn to repeatedly for help with this.’ – Brian Draper

‘Penetrative biblical wisdom on what discipleship means in today’s world.’ – Ajith Fernando

‘A rare and personal glimpse of the sacrificial discipleship that has marked John Stott’s life so deeply.’ – Peter Harris

‘We enthusiastically recommend this unique book, filled with fascinating recollections amassed over a lifetime of wisdom, combined with insightful scholarship and a deep love for the body of Christ across the world.’ – Amy and Frog Orr–Ewing

‘Inspires us to embrace deep conversion.’ – Dominic Smart