A.W. Tozer is an auther I love to read. This is a great tool for any christian's library. Tozer has a very simple way to laying things out that are easy to understand and straight from the bible. I highly recommend this book!

Discipleship: What It Truly Means to Be a Christian was convicting and a thought-provoking read. I was surprised that it was an easier read than I expected…I had thought it was going to be a heavy read. I enjoyed reading it and recommend it.

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I cannot believe that AW Tozer does long ago because this book rings quite true today. I am not certain if that is a good thing (there is nothing new under the sun) or a bad thing. I enjoy the book’s richness, yet understandability. Sometimes I had to read a sentence once or twice but generally I understood what he was saying right away. This book is not only a “condemnation” of “other people” but genuinely convicts one of one’s state of heart and love for the Word and Truth! I will be rereading this several times, I am certain!

Tozer is a reader that everyone should read in their lifetime. This series of topical collections of his writings have been a delight to read, and this specific book on discipleship is no different. If you enjoy Tozer, you will enjoy this book.

An excellent compilation of Tozer's writings dealing with the rise of casual Christianity. Though Tozer's books are getting old, they age well and are still extremely relevant today. Tozer was certainly opinionated and outspoken about the problems that he saw with churches and Christians of his day. Among the best sections of this book was the part dealing with those who accept Christ quickly and casually. I love Tozer's quote: "I am a little bit suspicious of anyone who is too easily converted. I have a feeling that if he or she can be easily converted to Christ, he or she may be very easily flipped back the other way."

I enjoyed this book greatly, was challenged by it, and took many notes. I can recommend it to any Christian who is serious about living for Christ. I received a digital copy of this book for free from the publisher and was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I express in this review are entirely my own.

You can't go wrong with Tozer. And this volume collects some of his most helpful words into one convenient tome to help a follower of Christ on their journey.

Discipleship is a collection of various known writings of A.W. Tozer that, once read, will leave no doubt about what it means to be a true disciple of Jesus Christ. Convicting from the first page, Tozer is unapologetic in his scrip, laying bare every aspect of being a disciple.

Discipleship is beautifully written and despite having a style that many are not used to reading, the book has a wonderful flow, and I was able to get through it quicker than I expected. Many of Tozer's points gave me pause and I found myself constantly reflecting on what I'd read hours after reading it. He really had an incredible way of piercing the heart and you can feel his passion for the subject leaping off of the pages.

This was one of those books that will be cherished and used as a reference and guide for years to come. If you've ever wanted to know what it truly means to be a follower of Christ, or if you want to deepen your relationship with Him, this is the book for you.

Big fan of A.W. Tozer and this book is no exception. Not fluffy or light-hearted, but this is very deep and gospel-centered. I highly recommend it. Encouraging and convicting all at once.

Over the years, I have read a good many books by Tozer, taking my time to absorb all that he has to say, and when I finally close the back cover, I feel as if I have been brought to a new level of understanding. It’s obvious that Tozer never put making people comfortable before following God and encouraging others to do the same. He doesn’t apologize for that either. He would never say, as I have heard other Christian’s say, “The only difference between me and someone who doesn’t believe in God is that I am saved.” (How can that be a truth?)

If your faith is comfortable one, open a Tozer book and get it shaken up a little bit. I don’t think you will walk away the same person.

This book delves within me the true meaning of a disciple. It really helps me to understand the calling of the Lord for each and everyone of us as He commanded in Matthew 28:19-20.

This book helps me to weigh things in which I question my stand being a disciple and a discipler. It helps me to see thing that I missed and didn't see that lacks in me as a disciple.

Tozer's observations are always worth engaging. While this may not deserve to be ranked among his better (and classic works), it is an insightful read and offers a healthy challenge to the overly robust world of innovation in discipleship.

I am always blessed and encouraged by Tozer's writings, and both his teachings and this book is timeless.

Good summation of salvation & discipleship. Brings to light many incomplete/inaccurate thoughts about salvation and discipleship and explains each in such a way that the reader gains accurate understanding. Everything is biblically sound and based on scripture. So much good information here. Author focuses not just on teaching what a true disciple is but how to apply what you’ve learned. Application is key.
I received a digital copy of this book from netgalley and the publisher in exchange for my honest review.

Tozer always the best and on point! Will recommend to those leading discipleship groups and mentoring

This is a very convicting book. I’m not sure what I was expecting. Maybe a book that encourages us to read the Bible more, dedicate our lives to Christ’s service, abstain from the grossest sins, and be ready to share the Gospel. This book was so much more than that. It’s a convicting call to really know our God in all His glory, power, holiness, and authority. It encourages us to submit to God’s authority in every area in of our lives.
The first several chapters discuss the idea that those who are truly saved will long for Christ, His Spirit, and His holiness. The opposite is also discussed. Those who think they are saved, but are not, will not truly desire God or holiness. They might settle for a show of holiness, but it is no more than an empty, powerless religion. Then it shows us what the Bible teaches about the possibilities of a life truly submitted to God.
Large sections of this book could be interpreted as supporting Lordship-salvation. Because it is a compilation, I’m not certain if that is what Tozer taught or not. Several of the later sections are a little clearer about the desire for and practice of holiness coming after salvation and being natural responses of the new man.
For a compilation, it is a very smooth read. It doesn’t have the choppy feel that many others have.
It was very convicting.
I received this as a free ARC through NetGalley and Moody Publishers. No favorable review was required. These are my honest opinions.

A. W. Tozer (1897-1963) was a pastor and author of many books including the well known classics, The Pursuit Of God and The Knowledge of the Holy. Many books have been published posthumously from his sermons and other writings. Discipleship is one of these.

In Discipleship, Tozer examines like “What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus Christ?” and “Is discipleship necessary?” He does this in chapters like Marks of Discipleship, True and False Disciples, “Accepting” Christ, Obedience is Not an Option, and You Cannot Face Two Directions. I highly recommend this book and any other book by Tozer.

I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I read this book because I know several of Tozer's other works which are well-known among Christians, but I was surprised by some of his theology in this book, such as his views on Lordship salvation. This is not a topic I had ever learned much about in the past, but I felt that Tozer did an excellent job of sharing his views on what it truly means to be Christ's disciple. Although I didn't agree with everything, this book was encouraging, convicting, and made me think through some aspects of my faith. As a result, I believe I have come away stronger in my faith.

I love discipleship, as I should because it is the heartbeat of our Creator God. His first command was be fruitful and multiply. Later on He would say, go and make disciples. I love and I'm very thankful to be a part of this discipleship process that God has allowed us to do. And so, when a new resource on discipleship comes out, I pick it up because I know it is going to help me in the process of making disciples. Then you add Tozer's name into discipleship and you have a double punch and let me tell you, this is a great resource to read. Whether you have been walking with Christ two days or eleven years, this is a must read. Simply put, this book is about understanding the process, practical suggestions, the importance of obedience, and getting into the game, so to speak, and using the gifts that the Lord has blessed us with in order to increase His Kingdom. Tozer has a way of communicating the love of Jesus in this book and has written with the hopes of encouraging our roots to go deeper so that we naturally want to share Jesus with others and walk with them through this crazy life. Pick up this book as soon as it comes out!!!

In this book you will find a good primer on the following:
False Marks of Discipleship
The degeneration of Biblical Language
The Cost of Following the Messiah.

If you are a fairly new Christian or are not acquainted well with biblical teaching on discipleship, this is a good introduction, but I constantly found myself not being able to draw out any practical application to my life, and therefore the book didn't really work for me.

First sentence: In the New Testament salvation and discipleship are so closely related as to be indivisible. They are not identical, but as with Siamese twins they are joined by a tie which can be severed only at the price of death. Yet they are being severed in evangelical circles today. In the working creed of the average Christian salvation is held to be immediate and automatic, while discipleship is thought to be something optional that the Christian may delay indefinitely or never accept at all.

Dare I say that Johnny Mac would approve this Tozer title?! Perhaps. (I think Todd Friel would as well.) The focus of this book is on the lordship question. Do people who profess faith in Christ as Savior, have to "accept" him as Lord as well and be obedient? Does being a Christian mean being a disciple and follower of Christ? Or does it just mean someone who prayed a prayer and walked up an aisle?

Tozer writes in part, "I believe we need to preach again a whole Christ to the world—a Christ who does not need our apologies, a Christ who will not be divided, a Christ who will either be Lord of all or who will not be Lord at all!" And later he writes, " I don’t think you can be a Christian without being a disciple. The idea that I can come to the Lord and by grace have all of my sins forgiven and have my name written in heaven, and have the carpenter go to work on a mansion in my Father’s house, and at the same time raise hell on my way to heaven is impossible and unscriptural. It cannot be found in the Bible."

Here's the table of contents for this one:

Marks of Discipleship
True and False Disciples
"Accepting" Christ
To All Who Received Him
Obedience Is Not An Option
You Cannot Face Two Directions
Crucified with Christ
Take Up Your Cross
Loving Righteousness, Hating Evil
Be Holy
The Importance of Deeds
Preparing for Heaven
Go and Tell

I loved this one. I crazy-loved it cover to cover. I loved each chapter more than the last--and I didn't even think that was possible. Tozer was a passionate preacher, a zealous believer who was on a mission for God to wake up Christians or "Christians." He writes, "If I could stir Christians around me to love God and hate sin, even to the point of being a bit of a nuisance, I would rejoice."

You cannot read him without thinking, reflecting, contemplating. His words are straight-forward, no apologies, challenges to all of us. I find his honesty compelling and refreshing. But above all I find Tozer relevant. Perhaps his real mission was to reach us--"the future"--fifty years after his ministry "ended." Why is Tozer relevant or more relevant than you might expect? Because what he taught--what he wrote--was tied so closely to the Bible, to the study and application of the Word of God. Because Tozer breathed the Bible--his words have relevance to us today. Every biblical preacher with a written legacy--emphasis on biblical--can be relevant no matter the generation gap.

Here's what he has to say about the Bible, "Every problem that touches us is answered in the Book—stay by the Word! I want to preach the Word, love the Word and make the Word the most important element in my Christian life. Read it much, read it often, brood over it, think over it, meditate over it—meditate on the Word of God day and night. When you are awake at night, think of a helpful verse. When you get up in the morning, no matter how you feel, think of a verse and make the Word of God the important element in your day. The Holy Ghost wrote the Word, and if you make much of the Word, He will make much of you. It is through the Word that He reveals Himself. Between those covers is a living Book. God wrote it and it is still vital and effective and alive. God is in this Book, the Holy Ghost is in this Book, and if you want to find Him, go into this Book."