The Foundations Of Christian Living

Provides a systematic and practical study of the fundamental principles of discipleship which, if followed through and applied, stimulates growth towards maturity.

This book, now a classic, has been specially designed with the aim of helping a wide range of Christians, from new believers who need to be grounded in the realities of committed Christian living, through to leaders of all kinds who need resources to enable their teaching of others in the ways of Christ. Foundations of Christian Living provides a systematic and practical study of the fundamental principles of discipleship which, if followed through and applied, will stimulate growth towards maturity.

Foundations of Christian Living provides a systematic and practical study of the fundamental principles of discipleship, which, if followed through and applied, will stimulate growth towards maturity.

'I found myself praying from Christian Foundations in new ways. Of course, like most academics, I had heard it all before. But I haven't- not this way, at least. It was truly an experience of talking to God while thinking about God- not a bad way to do theology...Needless to say, I will use it with my undergraduates.' -Dr. Thomas Groome, Boston College

New believers of Jesus often struggle with understanding the various aspects of Christianity. There are also more seasoned Christians who are looking to refresh or gain a deeper insight into the Bible. Whether a new believer, or an individual who has been walking with the Lord for many years, "Biblical Foundations for the Christian Life", by Shon-Mark Henry will serve to bring new knowledge or fresh and insightful biblical perspective to any believer's library of resources.

In one systematic volume, James Montgomery Boice provides a readable overview of Christian theology. Both students and pastors will benefit from this rich source that covers all the major doctrines of Christianity. With scholarly rigor and a pastor's heart, Boice carefully opens the topics of the nature of God, the character of his natural and special revelation, the fall, and the person and work of Christ. He then goes on to consider the work of the Holy Spirit in justification and sanctification. The book closes with careful discussion of ecclesiology and eschatology. This updated edition includes a foreword by Philip Ryken and a section-by-section study guide. Both those long familiar with Boice and those newly introduced to him will benefit from his remarkable practicality and thoroughness, which will continue to make this a standard reference for years to come.

In today's uncertain world, storms will arise that test your faith in a loving heavenly Father. At times, the winds and waves of the world's deceptions will roll in and seek to erode your confidence in God. Without a firm foundation in the truth of God's Word, you may be tempted to go off course and accept less than God's best for you. However, when you hear Jesus' words, receive them, and put them into practice, you will construct a life the torrents cannot shake, "because it was well built" (Luke 6:48). The Purple Book will help you understand foundational truths that God wants you to hear on topics such as sin, salvation, spiritual gifts, prayer, worship, generosity, and evangelism. It will show you how the Bible is "God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness" (2 Timothy 3:16). It will help you understand that the faith you hold has true power to change lives and transform nations. It will give you a solid foundation the enemy cannot dismantle—and a heart shaped by knowledge of God's Word.