Journey into Life is a booklet about the Christian faith by Norman Warren, ending with the "sinner's prayer".[1] It was first issued in 1964.[2]

The booklet is written in very simple English. Major publishers initially declined it as naive,[2] but according to Jubilate Group it became "the world's best-selling evangelistic booklet… with worldwide sales of 30 million."[3] It has also been translated into many other languages.[2]

Although some find its style somewhat dated now,[1] others still recommend it prominently.[4] A revised edition, also by Norman Warren, was published in 2005.[5]

Warren also wrote a follow-up tract for people starting out as a new Christian, The Way Ahead.

Chris Green, vicar of St James' Church, Muswell Hill, refers to a PhD thesis being written on the influence of Journey into Life.[6]

The tipping point in my encounter with Christ was Norman Warren's booklet Journey Into Life – it was clear, convincing and challenging and I opened the door. I think I have given away thousands since.
–J.John[7]

References

  1. 1 2 Phil Groom (June 2007). "The Good Artist". UK Christian Bookshops Directory. Eden.co.uk. Retrieved 6 December 2017.
  2. 1 2 3 Mary Bartholomew (2005). "Journey Into Life". Good Book Reviews. The Good Bookstall. Retrieved 6 December 2017.
  3. ↑ "Norman Warren". Jubilate Group. Retrieved 6 December 2017.
  4. ↑ "Tracts" (PDF). Diocese of Lichfield. Church of England. Retrieved 6 December 2017.
  5. ↑ "Journey Into Life". Eden.co.uk. Retrieved 6 December 2017.
  6. ↑ Chris Green (13 February 2017). "DIY ministry: write something useful yourself". Retrieved 6 December 2017.
  7. ↑ "Journey Into Life - New Edition". Integrity Music. Retrieved 6 December 2017.


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