In God's Grip
What Golf Can Teach Us about the Gospel
Published on 3. March 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
356 pages
978-1-64065-907-0 (ISBN)
Description
A unique and insightful guide to encourage readers to reflect on their spiritual journeys using the tenets of golf as a medium. An homage to legendary golfer Ben Hogan's Five Lessons, In God's Grip examines how a life of faith can mirror the game of golf. Through inspirational reflections, Russ Levenson parallels the grip of the golf club, the stance, the backswing, and the downswing with facets of Christian life, and helps you understand how to review your spiritual journey (and your golf game) with patience and grace. Filled with wisdom from Ben Hogan and important biblical passages, In God's Grip encourages readers to use their love of golf as a catalyst to think more deeply about their relationship with God.
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Person
Russell J. Levenson Jr. is a major faith leader and a beloved spiritual advisor to many, including the late George H.W. and Barbara Bush. He has been featured by outlets including The New York Times, CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, and NPR, and has published op-eds and articles in leading news platforms and journals. He served as Rector of St. Martin's Episcopal Church, the largest Episcopal Church in North America, for seventeen years until his retirement. He is the author of many books, including the acclaimed Witness to Dignity and In God's Grip. He lives in Birmingham, Alabama.