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Lights a Lovely Mile
Collected Sermons of the Church Year

By Eugene H. Peterson

A powerful collection of Eugene H. Peterson’s sermons offering rich theological insights and spiritual encouragement for every season of the church year.

Discover how to:

• Engage deeply with the themes of Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter, Pentecost, and Ordinary Time
• Draw spiritual inspiration from Eugene H. Peterson’s profound and poetic preaching
• Apply timeless biblical truths to contemporary life and faith challenges
• Enhance your preaching or worship planning with fresh insights from a respected theologian
• Find comfort and hope through sermons crafted with pastoral wisdom and compassion
• Strengthen your own faith journey with reflections that span the entire church year
• Access a well-organised collection suitable for personal study or communal worship

Features

• Collected sermons arranged according to the liturgical year
• Written by Eugene H. Peterson, renowned author of The Message Bible
• Insightful commentary on Scripture, theology, and Christian living
• A valuable resource for preachers, worship leaders, and spiritually inclined readers
• Hardcover edition for durability and lasting use

Hard cover, 320pp
ISBN: 9781601429704
3.05 cms H x 23.11 cms L x 14.73 cms W (0.42 kgs)
Waterbrook Press (2023)

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Description

A profound and beautiful collection of sermons offering theological wisdom and spiritual nourishment for every season of the church year. From Advent to Pentecost, Ordinary Time to special celebrations, Peterson’s sermons are crafted with his trademark clarity, compassion, and poetic insight.

Renowned for his work on The Message Bible, Eugene H. Peterson brings his deep knowledge of Scripture and pastoral experience to these reflections.

Whether addressing the themes of hope and anticipation during Advent, the triumph of resurrection at Easter, or the ongoing work of the Spirit throughout Ordinary Time, Peterson’s sermons invite readers to encounter God’s presence in fresh and meaningful ways.

Perfect for preachers, worship leaders, and those seeking a deeper understanding of the Christian faith, Lights a Lovely Mile offers a timeless resource for sermon preparation, personal devotion, or group study.

Peterson’s words continue to resonate with power and grace, encouraging believers to walk the path of faith with renewed purpose and joy.

About the Author

Eugene H. Peterson (1932–2018) was a pastor, scholar, and author best known for his contemporary Bible translation, The Message. His writings on Scripture, prayer, and pastoral care have influenced countless readers and church leaders around the world.

Contents

1. Advent: Waiting and Hope
2. Christmas: Incarnation and Joy
3. Epiphany: Light and Revelation
4. Lent: Repentance and Renewal
5. Holy Week: The Passion of Christ
6. Easter: Resurrection and New Life
7. Pentecost: The Spirit’s Work
8. Ordinary Time: Living the Faith
9. Special Occasions and Reflections
10. Conclusion: Following the Light