On Earth as in Heaven: Daily Wisdom for Twenty-First Century Christians

Today’s leading Bible scholar, Anglican bishop, and acclaimed author N. T. Wright returns with a collection of pastoral excerpts and biblical wisdom, carefully curated from his widely celebrated books, that will inspire those wanting to cultivate a life “on earth as it is in heaven.”

Modern pastors and their flocks have long considered N. T. Wright a role model for being a thoughtful Christian in today’s world. His bestselling books, including Simply Christian, Surprised by Hope, Simply Jesus, and After You Believe, have guided Christians in their belief and practice of the faith. Now, Christians can rely on his wisdom to guide them through each day of their lives with this thoughtful book of daily meditations, a perfect companion for daily reflection featuring short selections from his classic works.

With reflections on themes such as faith, mission, character, and God’s work in the world, these daily meditations will invigorate and uplift Christians in their search to live their faith authentically and biblically, providing a framework for Christian living in today’s world.

This curated collection of daily reflections is structured around the Christian year to guide your spiritual growth through every season:

• Theology for Daily Life: Connect the profound teachings of N. T. Wright on faith, mission, and the kingdom of God to your everyday walk with Christ.
• Structured Around the Church Year: Journey from Easter to Ascension, Advent, Christmas, and Lent with curated readings that align with the seasons of the Christian calendar.
• Resurrection-Centered Spirituality: Discover how the reality of Jesus’s resurrection is the starting point for living a life “on earth as it is in heaven.”
• Wisdom from a Leading Bible Scholar: Engage with short, powerful excerpts from beloved books like Simply Christian and Surprised by Hope, made accessible for daily meditation.

“Structured around the liturgical year, the excerpts delve into some of Wright’s most profound theological commitments while remaining accessible to readers who haven’t read Wright before. The underlying narrative is how God’s deep love for the world transforms us through Christ.” - The Christian Century