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J. I. Packer’s Bestselling Book, Knowing God, Now Available in a Beautiful Hardcover Edition
Knowing God by J. I. Packer is a modern Christian classic. Since its original publication in 1973, Packer’s insightful and practical approach has impacted countless Christians throughout the world as they are introduced to the wonder and joy of knowing God.
In this beloved work, Packer challenges readers that while they may know about God, it is not the same thing as knowing him. Organized into 3 sections, Knowing God explains the importance of theological study of the Lord, what the Bible has to say about God and his character, and the benefits of knowing him. From cover to cover, Packer teaches that each truth learned about God should ultimately lead to prayer and praise.
- Accessible: Written for Christians of all backgrounds and denominations, as well as new believers
- Practical and Insightful: Addresses many common questions about faith, including Who needs theology?, What does it mean to be adopted into the family of God?, and Can God communicate his plan to us?
- Beautiful Hardcover Edition: Perfect for a lifetime of reading and for giving as a gift
- Written by Bestselling Author J. I. Packer: His other books include Growing in Christ; A Quest for Godliness; Rediscovering Holiness; and more
- Print length400 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherCrossway
- Publication dateMarch 7 2023
- Dimensions14.22 x 3.56 x 21.84 cm
- ISBN-101433587262
- ISBN-13978-1433587269
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J. I. Packer (1926–2020) served as the Board of Governors’ Professor of Theology at Regent College. He authored numerous books, including the classic Knowing God. Packer served as general editor for the English Standard Version Bible and as theological editor for the ESV Study Bible.
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“I don’t often endorse a book this way, but I will for Knowing God. If there is one book that every single Christian should read alongside the Bible, it is this book. Filled with theological beauty that lives where we all live, this book will cause you to love your Lord more earnestly, to worship him more deeply, and to serve him more joyfully. This book is so rich, you shouldn’t read it just once, but over and over again.”
―Paul David Tripp, author, New Morning Mercies: A Daily Gospel Devotional
“Jesus Christ taught that eternal life is knowing God (John 17:3). This book by J. I. Packer helps us to do just that. Short chapters (originally magazine articles) are arranged to draw us to study more closely various aspects of God’s nature and character. What could be more edifying? Over the last fifty years, I have found countless people who have been informed, encouraged, and brought to worship by the pages of this book. I know I have been, and pray that you will be, too.”
―Mark Dever, Pastor, Capitol Hill Baptist Church, Washington, DC
“There are very few books that communicate such glorious truth―and communicate it as succinctly and as well―as Knowing God. Through Packer’s penetrating mind and gifted pen, the majesty of God and the wonder of the gospel shine through on every page. Easily one of the most influential books of the last half century.”
―Kevin DeYoung, Senior Pastor, Christ Covenant Church, Matthews, North Carolina; Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, Reformed Theological Seminary, Charlotte
“Knowing God is one of the best books I have ever read. And J. I. Packer is one of the best thinkers I have ever known. If a great book combines a great topic with a great writer, then Knowing God is truly great. So much in our world today is second-rate, but this book is a treasure we can enjoy deeply―and because of it, know God better!”
―Ray Ortlund, President, Renewal Ministries
About the Author
J. I. Packer (1926–2020) served as the Board of Governors’ Professor of Theology at Regent College. He authored numerous books, including the classic bestseller Knowing God. Packer also served as general editor for the English Standard Version Bible and as theological editor for the ESV Study Bible.
Product details
- Publisher : Crossway (March 7 2023)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 400 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1433587262
- ISBN-13 : 978-1433587269
- Item weight : 567 g
- Dimensions : 14.22 x 3.56 x 21.84 cm
- Best Sellers Rank: #475,901 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #1,377 in Christian Discipleship (Books)
- #2,607 in Theology (Books)
- #9,731 in Christian Theology (Books)
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About the author

J.I. Packer currently serves as the Board of Governors' Professor of Theology at Regent College in Vancouver, British Columbia. An ordained Anglican minister, he hold a D.Phil. from Oxford University. Dr. Packer's many published works include "Rediscovering Holiness, Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God," and the best-selling "Knowing God."
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The closing chapters in particular are very convicting, I especially loved the chapter emphasizing how we are the very children of God, and all that means.
I very much see this as a book I will reread many times in the years to come.
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