Basic ChristianityIf 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." Who is Jesus Christ? If he 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 ruin. Is it plausible that Jesus was truly divine? And what would that mean for us? John Stott's clear, classic book, now updated, 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. |
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... promise is clear : we can know whether Jesus Christ was true or false , whether his teaching was human or divine . But the promise rests on a moral condition . We have to be ready not just to believe , but to obey . We must be prepared ...
... promise is clear : we can know whether Jesus Christ was true or false , whether his teaching was human or divine . But the promise rests on a moral condition . We have to be ready not just to believe , but to obey . We must be prepared ...
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... : ' If any one hears my voice and opens the door , I will come in to him .... ' Disregard your feelings ; trust his promise ; and thank him that he has kept his word . 11 BEING A CHRISTIAN This last chapter is written for 129.
... : ' If any one hears my voice and opens the door , I will come in to him .... ' Disregard your feelings ; trust his promise ; and thank him that he has kept his word . 11 BEING A CHRISTIAN This last chapter is written for 129.
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... promises as ropes by which to pull himself out . Here are a few verses to start memorizing . Each contains a divine promise . * Christ will receive us if we come to him : John 6:37 . He will hold us and never let us go : John 10:28 . 31 ...
... promises as ropes by which to pull himself out . Here are a few verses to start memorizing . Each contains a divine promise . * Christ will receive us if we come to him : John 6:37 . He will hold us and never let us go : John 10:28 . 31 ...
Contents
CHRISTS PERSON | 21 |
The Character of Christ | 35 |
The Resurrection of Christ | 46 |
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