"Running On Emptyis more than a book tit≤ 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 ofEverybody'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 ofMessy Spirituality: God's Annoying Love for Imperfect PeopleandDangerous 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 ofWhen God Interrupts "Running on Emptyis 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 tobewith Jesus, and not justdofor him. This book draws me back to the wonder of the gospelwhich is the best recommendation I could give any book." Paula Rinehart, author ofStrong Women, Soft HeartsandSex 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 ofHalftime: Changing Your Game Plan from Success to Significance "Running on Emptyis 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. Amustread for all those in ministry!" Rev. John Yates and Susan Alexander Yates, co-authors ofBuilding a Home Full of GraceandCharacter 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 ofGroup Spiritual Direction: Community for Discernment,editor ofThe 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 Emptyoffers help and hope. Here is a Christian response to the drivenness of modern American culture, a response that offer.