The Cost of Commitment, John White
The Cost of Commitment, John White
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The Cost of Commitment

Author: John White

Narrator: Arthur Morey

Unabridged: 4 hr 31 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 05/15/2015


Synopsis

Following Christ, says John White, is not cheap. The cost is substantial. But the benefits, rewards and joys that come with our commitment to him are well worth the sacrifices that must be made to answer the call to Christ. Take up your cross, and follow Jesus in the only life worth living.

About John White

John White was born in Liverpool, England, on March 5, 1924, and grew up in Manchester. After serving as a reconnaissance photographer in the Fleet Air Arms during World War II, he completed medical training at Manchester University. He later participated in a variety of short-term missions efforts (including Bible smuggling!) and capitalized on many opportunities to encourage Christians behind the Iron Curtain during the beginning of the Cold War.

On June 25, 1955, White married Laureate May O'Hara. From 1955 to 1964 he served as a medical missionary with New Tribes Mission. Later he was appointed associate general secretary of the International Fellowship of Evangelical Students of Latin America.

White emigrated to Canada with his family in 1965 and later completed his residency in psychiatry in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He next filled the post of associate professor of psychiatry at the University of Manitoba and also served locally as pastor of Church of the Way.

He wrote twenty-five books as well as numerous articles and study guides. A much sought-after speaker, he lectured around the world at churches, conferences, and leadership events. During his later life, White moved to Vancouver, British Columbia, helping to plant a Vineyard church there (Surrey Vineyard) and becoming involved in the larger Vineyard Christian Fellowship.

John died in 2002, but his written ministry lives on, with over 1.5 million of his books in print.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Laura on November 23, 2023

I think I'll be reading this one again in a bit!......more

Goodreads review by Johannes on March 02, 2012

Wonderful small book that has really strengthen me. It talks about the cost of following Christ. The suffering which results from it. It's not a suffering because of our own sins and stupidity. It's not suffering arising from our disciplinary training. It's a suffering because of our loyalty to Chri......more

Goodreads review by Graham on January 10, 2013

Good book with some refreshing themes. The author has a clear sense of Gods call and what it means to follow Christ. There were times I wished he explored certain themes more thoroughly, for example the topic of civil disobedience in the name of Christ is intriguing, there were moments I felt like I......more

Goodreads review by Claudine on January 09, 2019

A Small book which you can easily finish with one sitting but instead I paused from time to time, pondered and meditated words that struck me. Good read indeed, it has given insights and motivated me to serve with my all heart.......more

Goodreads review by Joe on March 18, 2013

heard this book mentioned once in a sermon, had to read it. was the absolute best thing i could of read on the eve of our journey to africa as a family. this book deserves a revival in our generation. you just need to check it out.......more