Basic Christianity Fiftieth Anniversary Edition

"We must commit ourselves, heart and mind, soul and will, personally and unreservedly, to Jesus Christ. We must humble ourselves before him. We must trust him as our Savior and submit to him as our Lord; and then go on to take our place as loyal members of the church and responsible citizens in the community. This is basic Christianity, the theme of this book." With these words, world-renowned preacher John Stott embarks on a compelling study that first defends the basic claims of Christianity and then defines the proper outworkings of those main beliefs in the daily lives of believers. --from publisher description

Named a "Book of the Century" by Christianity Today Who is Jesus Christ? While Jesus and his teaching continue to hold appeal, many people question the plausibility or relevance of the Christian faith. Is it reasonable to believe that Jesus was truly divine? If so, what does it mean for us? John Stott's accessible, classic book examines the historical facts on which Christianity stands. With pastoral guidance, Stott presents a biblical portrait of Christ, then considers what it looks like to become and live as a Christian. For more than sixty years, Basic Christianity has been a landmark resource that has helped millions understand the gospel. With updated language, study questions, and a new foreword by Christopher J. H. Wright, it is now available as the first volume in the IVP Signature Collection.

World-renowned scholar and preacher John R.W. Stott embarks on a compelling course of study that first defends the fundamental claims of Christianity and then defines the proper overworkings of these basic beliefs in the daily lives of believers. Here is a sound, sensible guide for those who are seeking an intellectually satisfying presentation of the Christian faith.

John Stott divides Christian Basics into 3 parts - Christian Beginnings, Christian Belief and Christian Behaviour. First published more than 30 years ago, this book is now available in a full-colour format and provides new study guides.

Christianity the world's largest religion: almost a third of the population describe themselves as Christian. Over 2000 years since it first started, no other religion has had such cultural and global impact and millions today claim their lives are completely changed by their decision to be a Christian. But what is a Christian and how do you become one? What do Christians actually believe and how does that impact their everyday life? As an introduction to Christianity or a refresher course in the essentials, Christian Basics is a concise but comprehensive guide. · How to become a Christian · How to grow as a Christian · Belief in God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit · Why church is important · What a Christian life looks like. 'At whatever stage of your spiritual journey, I pray that something or other in this little book may help you to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ' John Stott

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 ruins to the ground. Is it plausible that Jesus was truly divine? And what might this mean for us? John Stott presents his clear, classic statement of the gospel.

Classic, accessible introduction to the Christian faith by a respected author. Explains Christian beginnings, beliefs, and behavior and includes discussion questions.