Spire Library

A Long Obedience In The Same Direction

Eugene Peterson’s classic A Long Obedience in the Same Direction has guided Christians for over forty years in pursuing deeper discipleship through steady faithfulness. Drawing from the Songs of Ascents (Psalms 120–134), Peterson highlights how prayer and worship shape a life of joy, humility, service, community, and blessing.

Far Beyond Gold: Running from Fear to Faith

Sydney McLaughlin has faced hurdles both on and off the track, battling perfectionism, anxiety, and questions of identity. In Far Beyond Gold, she shares her journey of finding freedom and purpose through God’s grace. Her story inspires readers to trust Christ’s strength, embrace their true identity, conquer fear, and push beyond limits.

Run Healthy: The Runner’s Guide to Injury Prevention and Treatment

Run Healthy: The Runner’s Guide to Injury Prevention and Treatment helps runners distinguish normal discomfort from injury and offers science-based strategies for prevention and recovery. It explains how the body responds to training, provides targeted plans for common problem areas, and outlines effective strength, mobility, and running drills to improve performance. With expert guidance, runner testimonials, and reviews of alternative therapies, the book equips athletes to overcome injuries and stay strong for the long run.

Your God Is Too Safe: Rediscovering the Wonder of a God You Can’t Control

Here’s a thoughtful, probing exploration of why Christians get stuck in the place of complacency, dryness, and tedium — and how to move on to new levels of spiritual passion!

Meb For Mortals: How to Run, Think, and Eat like a Champion Marathoner

Meb For Mortals describes in unprecedented detail how three-time Olympian Keflezighi prepares to take on the best runners in the world.

Run Fast. Eat Slow.: Nourishing Recipes for Athletes: A Cookbook

From world-class marathoner and four-time Olympian Shalane Flanagan and chef Elyse Kopecky comes a whole foods, flavor-forward cookbook that proves food can be indulgent and nourishing at the same time. Finally here’s a cookbook for runners that shows fat is essential for flavor and performance and that counting calories, obsessing over protein, and restrictive dieting does more harm than good.

Run with the Horses: The Quest for Life at Its Best

In a series of profound reflections on the life of Jeremiah the prophet, Eugene Peterson explores the heart of what it means to be fully and genuinely human.

Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life

God commands Christians to actively “be holy,” but what does that look like in daily life? Rather than overwhelming legalism or loose boundaries, Don Whitney encourages us to find a practical middle ground through biblical habits.

Meditations of a Father for His Children

Meditations of a Father for His Children offers parents and their teenage and adult children courage, guidance and encouragement on their spiritual journey, as they navigate their faith in a world that too often rewards superficial success.