The Pursuit of God

"The Pursuit of God" by A. W. Tozer is a mid-20th century spiritual guide that explores the intense yearning people have for a closer connection with God, encouraging individuals to grow that bond through trust, spiritual desire, and individual encounters with the divine. The book begins by highlighting the innate human desire to find God, suggesting that this quest is inspired by God's own kindness. It insists that believers should know God themselves, not just accept religious teachings. By using examples from the Bible and stories of people from the past, Tozer questions feeling okay with the standard, and encourages readers to genuinely crave God—a concept that echoes throughout the entire book. The beginning lays the groundwork for a fuller examination of how to nurture a real relation with God, pushing seekers to cast aside diversions and concentrate on their spiritual hunger.