Basic Christianity"Who is Jesus? "If Jesus was not God in human flesh, Christianity is exploded," writes John Stott. "We are left with just another religion with some beautiful ideas and noble ethics; its unique distinction has gone." If Jesus is not who he said he was, and if he did not do what he said he had come to do, the whole superstructure of Christianity crumbles in ruins to the ground. Is it plausible that Jesus was truly divine? And what might this mean for us? John Stott's clear, classic statement examines the historical facts on which Christianity stands. Here is a sound, sensible guide for all who seek an intellectually satisfying explanation of the Christian faith"--Amazon.com |
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... understand the terrible implications of these words . At twelve noon ' there was darkness over the whole land ' which continued for three hours until Jesus died . With the darkness came silence , for no eye should see , and no lips ...
... understand the terrible implications of these words . At twelve noon ' there was darkness over the whole land ' which continued for three hours until Jesus died . With the darkness came silence , for no eye should see , and no lips ...
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... understand the step of faith we have to take , contains the words of Christ himself . He says : ' Behold , I stand at the door and knock ; if any one hears my voice and opens the door , I will come in to him and eat with him , and he ...
... understand the step of faith we have to take , contains the words of Christ himself . He says : ' Behold , I stand at the door and knock ; if any one hears my voice and opens the door , I will come in to him and eat with him , and he ...
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... understanding and the second in holiness . When we begin the Christian life , we probably understand very little , and we have only just come to know God . Now we must increase in the knowledge of God and of our Lord and Saviour , Jesus ...
... understanding and the second in holiness . When we begin the Christian life , we probably understand very little , and we have only just come to know God . Now we must increase in the knowledge of God and of our Lord and Saviour , Jesus ...
Contents
Preface | 7 |
The Claims of Christ | 21 |
The Character of Christ | 35 |
Copyright | |
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