Robert Lloyd Russell has won 11 awards for Christian nonfiction books. His writing mission is to help readers develop a “Living Theology and Dynamic Discipleship.” He is also the Editor of transcribed messages of martyred missionary Jim Elliot.
In his professional career as a Business Management Consultant, Russell was known for making complex issues easy to understand, and he carries that unique skill into his writing. His writing has been praised by a wide variety of readers – from prisoners to well-known theologians from a wide variety of perspectives.
He describes himself as just a simple ABC kind of guy: Author—Blogger—Consultant. His daily “Abundant Life Now” blog at http://robertlloydrussell.blogspot.com/ has been read in over 200 countries and translated into over 100 languages. Visit his author website http://booksrlr.com/ and receive a free gift when you sign up for his occasional Newsletter.
"He writes clearly so that the material is easily understood by both clergy and laity… Very edifying to read." ~ William J. Petersen: Emeritus Senior Acquisitions Editor for Baker Book House and Fleming H. Revell.
"I found this book to be an easy to follow and easy to understand guide to discipleship ... I loved the visual of the pyramid and building blocks to growth. It helped both to understand how each area of growth grows upon one another and helped to keep grounded in process. I also loved how everything taught was scripture based. Good book to explain process of spiritual growth." ~D. Chatley
"A truly inspiring book for all Christians of all ages and all maturity levels, which will deepen their daily walk with their Lord." ~ Staff Writer, Church News
"I wish I had this book 20 years ago. ... The author uses models, or diagrams, to visually display that which is being explained and that makes all the difference. ... This is a book I will be referring back to often. In fact this is one of those books you should reread again every couple of years. ~ Debbie Chatley
"First there was Tozer with The Knowledge of the Holy, and then Packer gave us Knowing God, and now Russell has taken us further with God's Nature." ~ Dr. Earl D. Radmacher, General Editor, Nelson Study Bible/New King James Study Bible
Learn to control your inner adversary. We have a common problem that needs control. Like rust to steel, pride is to our lives. An award- winning author (11 book awards) presents a clear understanding of the problem of pride and the solution.
"He writes clearly so that the material is easily understood by both clergy and laity… Very edifying to read." ~ William J. Petersen: Emeritus Senior Acquisitions Editor for Baker Book House and Fleming H. Revell. "I loved the book... It is very well written and very understandable." ~ Bob G., inmate
Everyone is tempted (even Christ was) Learn secrets of overcoming temptation? 50+ practical tips for personal victory over temptation! Understand the battle and your spiritual weapons Overcome the types of temptations you will face Be confident and victorious in your Christian life. Common to all the books in the Christian Theology Series … Intensely practical for today's Christian Enjoyable...
"Mr. Russell has shown his best work, in the development of the concept of the Church as a pearl of great price. Throughout this study there is a development of analogical thought, where the latent imagery of the pearl is made clear for the modern reader. His content is superior throughout." ~ Ronald B. Allen, Senior Professor of Bible Exposition, Dallas Theological Seminary
"The definitive work on Psalm 1:3. Mr. Russell has a tremendous gift for analogy. The most impressive thing is the way he has built off of existing undeniable Scriptural concepts. His work is very interesting, very clear, and intensely practical." ~ Dr. Ronald Barclay Allen, Senior Professor of Biblical Exposition, Dallas Seminary