“At the back of it there lies the central citadel of obstinacy: I will not give up my right to myself--the thing God intends you to give up if ever you are going to be a disciple of Jesus Christ.”
Quote by Oswald Chambers
Work
Called of God: Extracts from My Utmost for His Highest on the Missionary Call
This book compiles selected passages from Oswald Chambers' well-known daily devotional My Utmost for His Highest, centering specifically on the concept of being called by God to serve as a missionary. The extracts explore the spiritual and practical dimensions of responding to a missionary vocation, emphasizing surrender, obedience, and reliance on God's guidance. The content is drawn from Chambers' original teachings, which have been widely used for personal reflection and spiritual growth in Christian contexts. more
Author
Oswald Chambers
Oswald Chambers (July 24, 1874 – November 15, 1917) was a Scottish Christian minister, teacher, and writer, best known for his devotional classic 'My Utmost for His Highest'. Born in Aberdeen, he studied art in London before feeling called to ministry. He taught at the Bible Training College in London and served as a YMCA chaplain to British soldiers in Egypt during World War I, where he died of complications from appendicitis. His works, compiled posthumously by his wife Gertrude, have inspired millions worldwide. more
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