The Disciplines of the Christian Life

“The Christian life should be a life of growth. I believe the secret of growth is to develop the devotional life.” - Eric Liddell The Disciplines of the Christian Life is Eric Liddell’s practical guide to helping Christians grow spiritually through a daily practice of prayer and Bible study, structured around key topics he believes are basic knowledge for any Christian. He introduces his topic with a discussion of discipleship, including a his definition of a disciple. At the foundation of the book is a Bible reading plan with a suggested reading for each day of the year. Readings are organized into chapters for each month of the year, and focus on 12 subject areas the author considers essential. In each chapter, Liddell offers additional information about the topic to further guide the understanding of the reader. Not content to merely offer truth, Liddell helps the reader to apply the scriptures to their life throughout the book. New Christians will be helped by the clear information presented in an easy to understand style, while seasoned Christians will find their spiritual life challenged by Liddell’s clear call to a life of discipleship. Eric Liddell (1902-1945) was a well-known Olympic athlete and missionary of the 20th century. The inspiring film Chariots of Fire chronicled his decision to withdraw from the 100-meter race in the 1924 Summer Olympics rather than race on a Sunday. His strong religious convictions later led him to follow in his parents footsteps, dedicating his life to serve as a missionary in China.