Buy this book with Being White: Finding Our Place in a Multiethnic World by Paula Harris today!

Buy Together Today: $23.65

Invitation to Solitude and Silence: Experiencing God's Transforming Presence by Ruth Haley Barton (8) $10.88

Overcoming the Dark Side of Leadership: The Paradox of Personal Dysfunction by Gary L. McIntosh (13) $10.19

Practicing Passion: Youth and the Quest for a Passionate Church by Kenda Creasy Dean (6) $13.60

Heroic Leadership: Best Practices from a 450-Year-Old Company That Changed the World by Chris Lowney (16) $11.53

In the Name of Jesus: Reflections on Christian Leadership by Henri J. Nouwen (37) $10.17

› Explore similar items: Books (50)

From Publishers Weekly
Until 15 years ago, Anderson was spinning his wheels in a frenetic attempt to bring others into a deep relationship with God through his work with the evangelical group Young Life, all the while allowing his busyness to sabotage any hope of enjoying his own relationship with God. An encounter with Brennan Manning (who contributes the foreword for this book) reignited Anderson's passion for God and rerouted his spiritual journey, a journey that provides the backdrop for this uneven book. Primarily a memoir, the book weaves in encouragement for others who are plagued by both a hectic life and a shallow view of God. It's highly readable, though repetitive in describing the obstacles to a genuinely satisfying and authentic spiritual life. But what the book suffers from most is a misleading subtitle: Contemplative Spirituality for Overachievers implies practical guidance, but there's little here that might help overachievers incorporate contemplative practices into their lifestyle. Anderson describes a few of those practices, but others, like the foundational practice of living in the moment, are mentioned only briefly, and anecdotally at that. Now executive director of Journey Resources and a spiritual director who trains others to provide spiritual direction, Anderson is in a prime position to write a more focused book that would live up to the promise of this book's subtitle. Let's hope he does.
Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

Review
“Running On Empty is more than a book title; it has become a way of life. But there is another, much better way. Fil Anderson points us to it with grace, thoughtfulness, and style. Read him and be filled again.”
–John Ortberg, author of Everybody’s Normal Till You Get to Know Them

“This book is for those who have found it easier to take care of our schedule than to take care of our soul. For the unfortunate majority who keep running because we don’t know how to stop, Fil Anderson provides a compelling roadmap home where we can finally stop and snuggle up in the arms of God.”  
–Michael Yaconelli, author of Messy Spirituality: God’s Annoying Love for Imperfect People and Dangerous Wonder: The Adventure of Childlike Faith

“Fil Anderson invites you to discover the difference between believing that God is love and experiencing the love of God. As the author makes clear, it’s the difference in life and death for your soul.”
–Craig Barnes, author of When God Interrupts

“Running on Empty is an oasis for those who allow a life of busyness to drive us toward emptiness. Fil Anderson’s honesty and vulnerability can lead us all toward the One who fills us eternally.”
–Denny Rydberg, president of Young Life

“What a fresh voice Fil Anderson brings to all of us who struggle to be with Jesus, and not just do for him. This book draws me back to the wonder of the gospel–which is the best recommendation I could give any book.”
–Paula Rinehart, author of Strong Women, Soft Hearts and Sex and the Soul of a Woman

“Fil Anderson has written a deeply personal story of his own walk with God. In doing so, he is brave and caring enough to share with us many practical ways to deepen our own walk.”
–Bob Buford, founder of Leadership Network and author of Halftime: Changing Your Game Plan from Success to Significance 

“Running on Empty is written by someone who can recognize emptiness because he has known both emptiness and fullness. This book is inspiring and yet practical, anecdotal and yet big-picture, traditional and yet contemporary American. Enjoy its fullness.”
–Richard Rohr, O.F.M., Center for Action and Contemplation, Albuquerque, New Mexico

“Unless we learn the lessons in this book, we will dry up in building God’s kingdom. Fil Anderson shows us how to keep our own souls refreshed. A must read for all those in ministry!”
–Rev. John Yates and Susan Alexander Yates, co-authors of Building a Home Full of Grace and Character Matters: Raising Kids with Values That Last

“With simplicity and integrity, Fil Anderson poses questions and offers challenges and possibilities to assist readers in the exploration of their own stories. One gets the sense of Fil, the spiritual director, standing at the door praying for readers as they enter the sacred space of their exploration.”
–Rose Mary Dougherty, SSND, author of Group Spiritual Direction: Community for Discernment, editor of The Experience of Group Spiritual Direction

“This book is destined to become a classic for those who are serious about learning to love Christ and wanting to know they are loved by Him.”
–Howard Dayton, CEO of Crown Financial Ministries

“If you’re caught in the rat race, at the edge of burnout, or even too busy to notice, Running on Empty offers help and hope. Here is a Christian response to the drivenness of modern American culture, a response that offers both inspiration and down-to-earth wisdom.”
–Gerald May, author of Will and Spirit and Addiction and Grace

“Running on Empty offers hope that we can learn to accept the love of God in our brokenness. Our busyness can be quieted and our souls can learn to be at peace in the face of God’s unrestrained love.”
–Devlin Donaldson, The Elevation Group, co-author of Pinocchio Nation

“Fil Anderson provides fellow travelers with practical ideas and tools for walking the journey with and toward Christ. This deeply personal book gives believers like me hope of moving from religious compulsions to a fresh relationship with the Lord.”
–Tom Wilson, president/CEO of Leadership Network

See all Editorial Reviews

First Sentence:
Running on empty. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Jesus Christ, Word of God, North Carolina, Holy Spirit, Maltbie Babcock, New York, Path of Destruction, John Eagan, Mepkin Abbey, Young Life, God's Spirit, Old Testament New!
Concordance | Text Stats Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Back Cover | Surprise Me!

Search Inside This Book:

If you are a publisher or author and hold the digital rights to a book, you can make it available as an eBook on Amazon.com. Learn more

I Own It Not Rated Your Rating Don't Like It < > I Love It! Save Your Rating    ? 1 2 3 4 5

5 Reviews 5 star:  (4) 4 star:    (0) 3 star:    (0) 2 star:  (1) 1 star:    (0)           Average Customer Review (5 customer reviews)		Share your thoughts with other customers:
Most Helpful Customer Reviews   0 of 1 people found the following review helpful: Better at Describing the Problem than Providing the Solution, May 24, 2007 By  David R. Bess (Charleston, WV) - See all my reviews          Anderson provides an easy-to-read book here, giving anyone who has an overloaded, exhausting schedule sympathy and understanding. He describes the problems of emotional exhaustion very well, whetting the appetite of the reader for answers. Sadly, in the second half of the book on recovery he doesn't provide them well. He describes solitude, prayer, the Bible, spiritual direction, sorrow and joy as traits a person should have to recover from and to avoid emotional exhaustion, but doesn't relate them to one another. He also shows the reader where he needs to be, but does very little to help him get there. I've read much better books on emotional/spiritual exhaustion. Unless you are a fan of the author, I'd encourage you to pass on this one. The title is catchy, but it is all downhill from there.   1 of 1 people found the following review helpful: More than a spiritual filling station - Michael J Witka, November 10, 2005 By  Michael J. Witka (Noblesville, IN USA) - See all my reviews    I read this book some time ago for the first time. I have since read it over ten times. Fil can resonate with the simplest ideas. I was so impressed that I flew Fil out to speak to our staff of 55 employees for a two day retreat. His masterful storytelling and practical ideas just keep filling you over and over. I recognized the path of destruction he writes about with many in the work of ministry, but it also applies to those in business and families. The second half of the book with the path of recovery gives hope to all of us who have had the American work ethic shoved down our throats for so many years. There are practical life applicatons. There are the tried and true and many new ways too. Read it and study it, the book is a life changing opportunity. It should be in every personal library.   5 of 5 people found the following review helpful: From frazzled and frenzied to calm and connected, March 2, 2004 By  Mark Harmon "mark31913" (Cheverly, MD United States) - See all my reviews Fil Anderson's book, Running on Empty struck a nerve that continues to resonate to this day. As a preacher in a little church in Washington, DC once said,"If you can't say amen, just say ouch!" I had to say ouch as I read of Fil's journey and struggle with a busy ministry but unfulfilled relationship with the Jesus that he had given himself to years before. As one who has known the same busy-ness and emptiness, it was great to hear the story of a fellow sojourner and get some practical help on how to reconnect with the One who cares more for us than we care for ourselves. I highly recommend this book for all who are feeling physically and spiritually drained and looking to rekindle or ignite the intimacy of a person relationship with Christ. Share your thoughts with other customers:  See all 5 customer reviews...		Most Recent Customer Reviews A calming, challenging read! I bought ten copies of Fil Anderson's book before I ever read it. Knowing Fil and his journey, I knew that his words would be insightful, witty, calming, challenging, funny,... Read more Published on April 8, 2004 Busy to Buxom! Fil Anderson's gut level honesty opens us up to be aware of our own frantic pace in life. The first half of Running on Empty tells the author's life story of the "barreness... Read more Published on March 2, 2004 by James A Farley Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews See all 5 customer reviews...

• Subjects > Religion & Spirituality > Christianity > Christian Living > General
• Subjects > Religion & Spirituality > General
• Subjects > Religion & Spirituality > Spirituality > General

Spirituality - General
Religion - Christian Life
Religion
Christian Life - General
Religion / Christian Life
Christianity
Spiritual life


i.e., each book must be in subject 1 AND subject 2 AND ...