A Better Song to Sing - by Mags Duggan (Paperback)

About the Book

Many followers of Jesus are secretly disappointed, dissatisfied and quietly desperate for more than they are currently experiencing. That more is found as we respond to the invitations of Jesus.

Book Synopsis

There has to be more than this... because this is no longer enough.

Many sincere followers of Jesus are secretly disappointed, dissatisfied and quietly desperate for more than they are currently experiencing. That more is found as we respond to the invitations of Jesus, which hold out to us the hope of dynamic change, of a truly vibrant, transformed life - a better song to sing. Each chapter explores one specific invitation, drawing out its possible implications for our lives, and suggests a spiritual practice or reflection to help us ground that invitation in our present-day reality.

Review Quotes

'Now here's a provocative idea. Could the spiritual malaise we often feel - the frustration, disappointment, even boredom about our spiritual life - be signs of God's Spirit yearning within us, wanting more for us than we're living? Mags Duggan thinks so. Coming to us as both spiritual director and fellow pilgrim, wise from her wounds and sensitive to our longings, she draws us into six invitations from Jesus to find deeper grace and joy.'

Sheridan Voysey, writer, speaker and author

'Mags Duggan's wonderful new book is spiritual writing at its best. It's seriously rooted in the text of scripture; it suggests ways of applying the biblical narratives to our own contemporary and sometimes rather messy lives; and it points us inexorably to look to Jesus for transforming truth and grace. I can't recommend it enough! Read it and discover for yourself faith, joy, love and confidence in Jesus.'

Michael Parsons, pastor, editor and author of How to Read the Bible (BRF, 2020)

'Mags' unique gift of writing is evident in the way she uses scripture to speak into our heartfelt experiences. With authenticity, wisdom, sensitivity and gentle challenge, she invites us into deeper insights of what it is like to be fallible humans, yet dearly beloved children of our Father.'

Dr Pauline Yong, counsellor and spiritual director

'I found this a very moving book. Mags' honesty, insight and ability to cut through the pretence of Christian faith are profoundly helpful... Any thoughtful reader will be greatly blessed by this book as it will help them to find greater joy in the "better song" of Jesus Christ.'

Revd Canon Jonathan Perkin, vicar of St Andrews and St Bartholomew, Churchdown, Gloucester

'Mags' book draws us to a place of longing to respond to the invitations of Jesus. Whether it's responding to his invitation to fullness of life, to leave our past ways of thinking and enter his life-giving grace, to meet our deepest needs and desires, to rest in him, trust him or settle our home in his love, Mags shows us that there is hope for living a life transformed by Jesus.'

Karla Hawthorne, The Navigators, International Missionary Staff Care

'Mags has the ability to write words which can be read with ease and yet contain deep truths. As she explores some of the invitations of Jesus, she marries up theological and biblical references with personal examples which bring the truths of God to our own lives. As Mags points out, the central issue for any of the invitations from Jesus can be summarised as "Will you trust me?". Read the book to find out why it's so important that we do that.'

Sarah Hay, HR Manager European Christian Mission and Course Leader, Redcliffe College

'This is well worth reading for more than just encouragement in our faith, but pointers to what actually nourishes us.'

Stephen Skuce