{"product_id":"in-all-things-thee-to-see-a-devotional-guide-to-selected-poems-of-george-herbert","title":"In All Things Thee to See: A Devotional Guide to Selected Poems of George Herbert","description":"\u003ch6\u003eBook Description:\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDevotional Invites Readers to Examine and Enjoy One of History’s Greatest Spiritual Poets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeorge Herbert, one of the greatest spiritual poets of all time, influenced many of Christianity’s most cherished writers including Richard Baxter, Charles Spurgeon, T. S. Eliot, and C. S. Lewis. His works, rich with vivid language, theological insight, and pastoral guidance, expand the reader’s capacity to experience and delight in Christ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this devotional volume, Stephen Witmer presents 40 of George Herbert’s most impactful poems, favored for their brevity, accessibility, and relevance to contemporary Christians. With explanations of unfamiliar terms and concepts and brief devotional reflections, Witmer helps readers gain a deeper understanding of each poem and its application. This beautiful volume shepherds readers toward spiritual growth, inviting them not only to engage with Herbert’s poetry but also to encounter the God who inspired it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeloved Poet:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the most popular devotional poets of the 17th century and of all time, George Herbert’s work is a lasting treasure for believers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Featuring approachable poems with helpful explanations, this devotional is made accessible for anyone wanting to reflect deeper on the beauty of Christ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrief Commentary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explains unfamiliar words and concepts, and application sections suggest ways the poems can shape and deepen readers’ spiritual lives \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUseful for Meditation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thoughtfully crafted to encourage reflection and personal meditation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/static.crossway.org\/excerpts\/media\/efe1d169fe7dda82798df64c6668eec9411d5403\/In_All_Things_Thee_to_See_Excerpt.pdf\"\u003eRead Sample Pages\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAuthors:\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStephen Witmer\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(PhD, University of Cambridge) is the lead pastor of Pepperell Christian Fellowship in Pepperell, Massachusetts, a council member of the Gospel Coalition, and the cofounder of Small Town Summits. He writes for Desiring God and is the author of \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eEternity Changes Everything\u003c\/span\u003e; \u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eA Big Gospel in Small Places\u003c\/span\u003e; \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThe Preacher’s Greek Companion to Hebrews\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. He and his wife, Emma, have three children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeorge Herbert\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (1593–1633) was an English poet, orator, and priest. Best known for his vivid language and devotional verse, Herbert’s work has inspired generations of believers to encounter and delight in Christ, including some of Christianity’s most beloved writers such as Richard Baxter, Charles Spurgeon, T. S. Eliot, and C. S. Lewis. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The poetry of George Herbert holds a hallowed place in the hearts of Christian readers who love devotional poetry. This edition of selected Herbert poems accompanied by pastoral commentary makes Herbert an even greater treasure.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Leland Ryken\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e,\u003c\/strong\u003e Professor Emeritus of English, Wheaton College\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Herbert’s poetry pulses with praise and pierces with sorrow. It wonders. It beckons. It brings us into the presence of God and deepens our spiritual lives. With a trusted guide like Stephen Witmer, the poems of George Herbert can become friends and companions along the way of life—voices of aid and reflection for all who seek to follow Christ. This book offers forty rich treasures for readers of every kind.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Abram van Engen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eauthor,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eWord Made Fresh: An Invitation to Poetry for the Church\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“I have never understood why George Herbert is not a household name among Christians. No other major literary author is so evangelical, so Christ-centered, so biblical, so devotional. Stephen Witmer briefly unpacks and applies Herbert’s poetry so that today’s Christians can connect with a fellow believer who can deepen and enrich their faith.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Gene Edward Veith Jr.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e,\u003c\/strong\u003e Provost Emeritus, Patrick Henry College; author,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eReformation Spirituality: The Religion of George Herbert\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“George Herbert was a man after God’s own heart. With Stephen Witmer as a reliable guide, this short anthology of Herbert’s best poems offers easy entrance into a remarkable resource for spiritual formation. Through his memorable, beautiful poetry, George Herbert can become one of your soul’s best mentors and truest friends.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Philip Graham Ryken\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePresident, Wheaton College\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Pages: 126\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Crossway\u003cbr\u003ePublication Date: 2026\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Witmer, Stephen; editor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47884387418353,"sku":"9798874900748","price":20.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0449\/8731\/8425\/files\/Untitleddesign_7.png?v=1773087604","url":"https:\/\/reformedbookservices.com\/products\/in-all-things-thee-to-see-a-devotional-guide-to-selected-poems-of-george-herbert","provider":"Reformed Book Services","version":"1.0","type":"link"}