Originally published: Nashville, Tenn. : Word, c1998

The ultimate why -- Seekers sought -- The haunting question -- Everyone, everywhere, everything -- By Him, to Him, for Him -- Do what you are -- A time to stand -- Let God be God -- The audience of one -- Our utmost for His highest still -- Where the buck stops, there stand I -- People of the call -- Followers of the way -- There but for the grace of God goes God -- What is that to you? -- More, more, faster, faster -- Combating the noonday demon -- A world with windows -- Locked out and staying there -- A focused life -- Dreamers of the day -- Patches of godlight -- Let all your thinks be thanks -- Everybody's fools -- The hour has come -- Last call

For centuries, finding purpose in life has been at the heart of the human quest. Yet, for many, the path to purpose remains urgent but unclear. In this best-selling modern classic, Os Guinness invites you to explore the ultimate answer to identity, meaning, and purpose. The Call speaks to the longing in every human heart and answers -- You were created with a purpose. In this new edition, The Call further enriches your search for purpose with a practical study guide to accompany you through your own journey or to facilitate group exploration. This book is for all, seekers and believers, who long to find and fulfill the purpose of their lives. Have you found "the ultimate why" for your life? Will you respond to the call?