Eugene Peterson

Last night I learnt that one of the true modern day saints of the church has died. Eugene Peterson is best known for his modern paraphrase of the Bible called “The Message.” I have used it for years and find that it particularly is useful in shedding new light on particularly well known passages. But he was a very prolific writer producing many books which I believe should be on every minister’s shelf, and possibly every elder in the church too. He has a beautiful quiet, pastoral spirituality and to read his books slowly, just allowing his words and phrases to wash over you gently, like summer waves on a beach, is a wonderful experience. “Five smooth stones for pastoral work,” in particular, is great reading for any elder and should be in every elder training course. “Reversed Thunder” is a wonderful exposition of the book of Revelation and “Living under the Unpredictable Plant.” is a refreshing look at Jonah, to name but a few. Buy them for yourself, borrow them from me – but don’t lose them! I do not mind, but read this person’s wonderful insights, you will never regret it.

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