This is the fifth book in Peterson's spiritual theology series, though you can pick up any one by itself, they do not build on each other. Like the previous four, this one is fantastic. In this one, Peterson takes us on a tour of the book of Ephesians, introducing us to the church in Ephesus. The church community is at the center of this book, it is not too much to say that the way we grow up in Christ is to join others in community who are also moving towards that goal.

I highly recommend this book, or any of these books by Peterson. Peterson was a pastor and writes like one, any of these books could be a beneficial read for any Christian. They are a bit more demanding then much of the fluff that litters the shelves of Christian bookstores. That said, Peterson is no hip megachurch pastor with a book deal writing easy-to-swallow best-sellers. His books come out of a lifetime of ministry, a lifetime of engaging with real people in the real challenges of life. Plus, he is just a fantastic writer. I think I read Peterson slowly because the writing is so good. You can scarf down a burger and fries at McDonalds to briefly appease your appetite; reading Peterson is like enjoying a bountiful, five course steak dinner.