The cross of christ, written by john stott who just went to be with the lord at the age of 90 this past july, is a superb presentation of what christ has done for us on the cross. To this point weve read 10 or 15 great books, ranging from puritan to modernday classics. This work deserves careful study, with the promise of great reward by. Simpson table of contents title page chapter 1 the kaleidoscope of the cross chapter 2 under the shadow of the cross chapter 3 the brand of the cross chapter 4 the uplift of the cross chapter 5 enemies of the cross chapter 6 the cross and the world chapter 7 voices of the resurrection. The technical phrase for this is the hypostatic union. Christians are not to be tumbleweeds with no roots, blown about by every wind of doctrine.
Dr stott in this wonderful book, the cross of christ gives a superb biblical exposition on this important topic. We discussed the last chapter and conclusion last tuesday at staff meeting, and so i thought it would be helpful to post some final thoughts about the value of working through this book together as a team. In this magisterial and bestselling book, john stott explains the significance of christ s cross and answers the objections commonly brought against biblical teaching on the atonement. Steady progress is possible when we are grounded or rooted.
Isbn 0851106749 75 copies separate the cross of christ stott, dr. It is intended for a reflecting reader who wants to deepen his knowledge of a fundamental truth of the christian faith without making do with a superficial or narrow approach. For i determined not to know any thing among you, save jesus christ, and him crucified. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets.
I read everything john stott writes because i know it will be biblical, wellreasoned and contextually applicable. Chapter six aloneselfsubstitution of godis worth the whole of this rich, godhonoring, christexhausting, devotional, biblical, eversobalanced, theologically sane and clear book. For example, at certain points, john stott makes judgments on issues of biblical scholarship which might merit revisiting in the light of the last twenty years of publications in this. Other titles include the cross of christ, understanding the bible, the. Mcdonald, the atonement of the death of christ, 34. The book concludes with a survey of pauls letter to the galatians in order to summarise the pervasive influence of the cross in every area of our lives. From jesus youth, indeed even from his birth, the cross cast its shadow ahead of him. Stott provides a detailed examination of the meaning of the cross and gods sacrifice and explores how that should impact the believers life. Apr 06, 2017 in this magisterial and bestselling book, john stott explains the significance of christs cross and answers the objections commonly brought against biblical teaching on the atonement. Bibliographic record and links to related information available from the library of congress catalog.
The cross of christ is at the center of everything. At the cross stott finds the majesty and love of god disclosed, the sin and bondage of the world. Stott says of christ, what dominated his mind was not the living but the giving of his life32. A leader among evangelicals in britain, the united states and around the world, stott was a principal framer of the landmark lausanne covenant 1974. John stotts clear, classic book, now updated, examines the historical facts on which christianity stands. The book of john stott 19212011, the cross of jesus christ, was published in english by intervarsity press, the publisher of the english university bible groups. The work of a lifetime, from one of the worlds most influential thinkers, about the heart of the christian faith.
The first few chapters are slow, but once you get into the fourth chapter to the end, then it is thought provoking and biblically sound, especially the chapter on the selfsubstitution of god. At the cross stott finds the majesty and love of god disclosed, the sin and bondage of the world exposed. Christ, our substitute excerpts from the cross of christ by. The cross is the fulcrum of history, the supreme demonstration of the justice and glory of god. Apr 02, 2008 stott, on the topic of the cross of christ is a sure guide. As william dembski writes, gods goodness in creation begins and. May 11, 2017 below are 10 essential quotes from the cross of christ by john stott to freshly inspire your faith in jesus christ. This book, therefore, will be a blend of scripture and history. His many books, including why i am a christian and the cross of christ, have sold millions of copies around the world and in dozens of languages. Work of the cross a new meaning walk thru the gates of jerusalem, look up to calvary, and see the work of the cross. Beginning today we will be taking thursdays to read through john stotts the cross of christ. A blend of accessible yet historical, theological, and devotional material. I have posted several thoughts on john stotts book the cross of christ over the last few months as we have been reading chapter by chapter together as a staff.
Intervarsity press, 2006 on the first page of his original preface, stott stated his theme. He begins by approaching the cross his introduction and then moves us to the heart of the cross. With a deft hand, stott has given us a classic articulation of this influential evangelical doctrine that is both vigorous and readable. Read the incomparable christ online by john stott books free. This is a program i began several years ago in an attempt to read some of the classics of the christian faith and to do so in community. May 08, 20 the cross of christ, written by john stott who just went to be with the lord at the age of 90 this past july, is a superb presentation of what christ has done for us on the cross. The cross of christ with study guide as we continue our lenten journey, we are thinking of the. While he was one person, he was fully god and fully man. This work deserves careful study, with the promise of great reward by way of increased awe and wonder at the cross of christ. It is written in stotts customary scholarly way although it is not an academic book and when i was at theological college reading some of the sources. Jews demand miraculous signs, and greeks look for wisdom, but we preach christ crucified. May i never boast except in the cross of our lord jesus christ, through which the world has been crucified to me, and i to the world. Stotts, the cross of christ, is a very good book but not always an easy read. The cross of christ by john stott book notes today ive been digging into john stotts great book the cross of christ.
The universal symbol of the christian faith is neither a crib nor a manger, but a gruesome cross. Stott provides a detailed examination of the meaning of the cross and gods sacrifice. First, dr stott shows from the four gospels how jesus himself understood the cross. Stott rightly suggests that the cause of christ s death was both the wickedness of men and the plan of god. I have entered many buddhist temples in different asian countries and stood respectfully before the statute of buddha, his legs crossed, arms folded, eyes closed, the ghost of a smile playing round his mouth, a remote look on his face, detached from the agonies of the world. The cross of christ is the center of gravity for the whole universe.
Here are a few choice quotes that could help spark your own reflection on the cross this week. In the twenty years since its publication, john stotts the cross of christ has estab. We too sacrifice jesus to our greed like judas, to our envy like the priests, to our ambition like pilate. I have been crucified with christ and i no longer live, but christ lives in me. The cross of christ was first published by ivp in 1986, but i didnt read it until i was at theological college five years later. He was also the author of the cross of christ isbn 0 877849986, of which j. For an evenhanded and robust defense of the penal substitution theory of the atonement, john stotts the cross of christ is the benchmark. Intervarsity press is the bookpublishing division of intervarsity christian fellowshipusa, a student. Stott shows the significance of the cross and why certain doctrines are important, and. Aug 18, 2011 this is a program i began several years ago in an attempt to read some of the classics of the christian faith and to do so in community. Whether in the west or in the twothirds world, a hallmark of stott s ministry has been expository preaching that addresses the hearts and minds of contemporary men and women. Ironside and i, brethren, when i came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wisdom, declaring unto you the testimony of god. Contents data are machine generated based on prepublication provided by the publisher.
Any book has weaknesses, some intrinsic, others resulting from the passing of the years. Since i got the cross of christ by john stott for my 21st birthday, every few years ive pulled it off the shelf, declaring this is the year i will actually read this. Final thoughts on the cross of christ by stott gospel renewal. Mar 08, 20 open library is an initiative of the internet archive, a 501c3 nonprofit, building a digital library of internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form. Next, he argues that christ in our place is the heart of its meaning. All quotes and page references are from the 20th anniversary edition of the cross of christ published by ivp books in 2006. I found it to be the best book i have ever read about the cross. The cross of christ by john stott overdrive rakuten. As we move ahead together as a church community, let us make sure that first, we study the scriptures. In this magisterial and bestselling book, john stott explains the significance of christs cross and answers the objections commonly brought against biblical teaching on the atonement. Wed love to invite you to consider joining us on the radical road. The cross of christ ebook john stott the good book company.
Oct 20, 2006 stott s remarkable and timeless classic has stood the test of time. Simpson table of contents title page chapter 1 the kaleidoscope of the cross chapter 2 under the shadow of the cross chapter 3 the brand of the cross chapter 4 the uplift of the cross chapter 5 enemies of the cross chapter 6 the cross and the world chapter 7. The cross of christ 20th anniversary edition c 1986 by john r. More than a study of the atonement, this book brings scripture into living dialogue with christian theology and the twentieth century. In this magisterial and bestselling book, john stott ex. Open library is an initiative of the internet archive, a 501c3 nonprofit, building a digital library of internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form. The cross of christ santa barbara community church. Remember the day our savior, who bore his own cross, died for the sins of mankind upon the cross set upon that hill. We will consider the churchs presentation of christ and christs influence on the church, against the. Jan 27, 2014 and finally, the cross of christ is the proof of gods personal, loving solidarity with us in our pain stott quotes the long silence. I could never myself believe in god, if it were not for the cross. Stott then moves to explain the heart of the cross.
Stott, who was pastor of all souls anglican church in london before passing away in 2011, was one of the most respected evangelical writers in great britain. The life i live in the body, i live by faith in the son of god, who loved me and gave himself for me. Stotts remarkable and timeless classic has stood the test of time. Whether in the west or in the twothirds world, a hallmark of stotts ministry has been expository preaching that addresses the hearts and minds of contemporary men and women. Stott begins by considering some preliminary issues such as the centrality of the cross in our faith. As an alternative, the kindle ebook is available now and can be read on any device with the free kindle app. Aug 11, 2011 the book we will be reading is the cross of christ by john stott. The cross of christ kindle edition by stott, john r. The cross of christ the message of the cross the apostle paul wrote to the church at corinth. Stott, on the topic of the cross of christ is a sure guide. Mar, 2017 since i got the cross of christ by john stott for my 21st birthday, every few years ive pulled it off the shelf, declaring this is the year i will actually read this. As william dembski writes, gods goodness in creation begins and ends with the cross of christ.
Below are 10 essential quotes from the cross of christ by john stott to freshly inspire your faith in jesus christ. John robert walmsley stott cbe 27 april 1921 27 july 2011 was an english anglican priest. It is written in stotts customary scholarly way although it is not an academic book and when i was at theological college. Stott s magisterial the cross of christ, ivp, 1986, hereafter referred to as stott in the various citations. Isbn 0877849986 70 copies separate the cross of christ. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the cross of christ. No, the copy and paste features are disabled on ebooks, due to publisher restrictions. And i was with you in weakness, and in fear, and in much trembling.
The book we will be reading is the cross of christ by john stott. The cross of christ is an intelligent, imaginative and timely exploration of the centrality of the cross, by a personal mentor ive come to appreciate for his scholars mind and pastors heart. Stott rightly suggests that the cause of christs death was. I have entered many buddhist temples in different asian countries and stood respectfully before the statute of buddha, his legs crossed, arms folded, eyes closed, the ghost of a smile playing round his mouth, a remote look on. I will continue to share excerpts from the book this week today on christ our substitute. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the cross of christ. And finally, the cross of christ is the proof of gods personal, loving solidarity with us in our pain stott quotes the long silence. Review of john stottthe cross of christ borrowed light. The purpose of this study is to guide us into the scriptures. Stott s, the cross of christ, is a very good book but not always an easy read. I thoroughly enjoyed his classic book, the cross of christ intervarsity press, 1986, 2006.
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