Size of the Soul

The Size of the Soul represents A.W. Tozer's mature reflections on the spiritual capacity and eternal dimensions of human nature, compiled from his sermons and writings during his later pastoral years. This collection emerged from Tozer's conviction that modern Christianity had diminished its understanding of human spiritual potential and destiny, reducing faith to shallow experience rather than recognizing the soul's vast capacity for God.

Tozer argues that the human soul possesses an infinite capacity that only God can fill, and that most spiritual poverty stems from Christians settling for experiences far smaller than what God intends. He develops the theme that spiritual maturity requires expanding one's vision of both divine greatness and human spiritual potential. The work explores how prayer, worship, and contemplation can stretch the soul's capacity, making room for deeper encounters with the divine. Tozer contends that many believers live with souls contracted by small ambitions and limited expectations, when they could be experiencing the boundless dimensions of spiritual reality.

The book has remained influential among evangelicals seeking deeper spiritual life, particularly those who find contemporary Christianity lacking in mystery and transcendence. Tozer's characteristic blend of biblical exposition and mystical insight continues to challenge readers to move beyond conventional religious experience toward what he sees as Christianity's forgotten depths.

Who should read this: Those dissatisfied with shallow expressions of faith and hungry for spiritual depth will find Tozer's vision compelling. However, readers seeking practical guidance or systematic theology may find his mystical approach and sweeping assertions frustrating.