The Work of Christ: What the Events of Jesus' Life Mean for You

by R. C. Sproul

Publisher:

David C Cook

, 2012

Overview

“The work of Jesus reveals to us who He is. The work and the person may be distinguished but never separated.”

—Dr. R. C. Sproul

 

Most Christians recognize the importance of Christ’s death and resurrection. But how many of us understand the theological significance of Jesus’ actions before and after the Crucifixion? In The Work of Christ, Dr. R. C. Sproul looks at every aspect of Jesus’ life and work, addressing such life-changing topics as:

Why Jesus’ baptism is relevant for our salvation

The similarities and differences between the temptation of the first Adam and the temptation of Jesus, the “second Adam”

How God uses song to celebrate his redemptive acts

Why the Last Supper marks the beginning of a greater exodus than that of the Old Testament

How Jesus’ death and resurrection are grounded in the eternal covenant among the persons of the Trinity

Why Jesus’ ascension makes a difference in our lives today

What we know and don’t know about Jesus’ return

Moving from Jesus’ existence from before creation through His incarnation, boyhood, adulthood, death, resurrection, and return, Dr. Sproul guides you to a deeper understanding of God’s beautiful promise and purpose behind the works of Christ’s life.

Contents

Top Highlights

“The incarnation was not so much a subtraction as it was an addition; the eternal second person of the Trinity took on Himself a human nature and joined His divine nature to that human nature for the purpose of redemption.” (source)

“Rather, the Father, Son, and Spirit made an eternal agreement that is known as the covenant of redemption. Under this covenant, the Father sent the Son, and the Son was absolutely delighted to carry out the mission the Father gave Him.” (source)

“the covenant of redemption was a pact forged in eternity among the three persons of the Godhead.” (source)

“It is called the Kenotic Hymn because of a prominent Greek word that is found within this passage, kenosis, which literally means ‘an emptying.’ The image of emptying gives us an idea of the transition Jesus underwent by leaving His exalted state in heaven and becoming incarnate as a man in this world.” (source)

“willing to lay it aside. He was willing to empty Himself and make Himself ‘of no reputation’ (v. 7a).” (source)

Product Details

• Title : The Work of Christ: What the Events of Jesus' Life Mean for You
• Author: Sproul, R. C.
• Publisher: David C Cook
• Publication Date: 2012
• ISBN: 9781434704948

About R. C. Sproul

R. C. Sproul (1939– 2017) was a respected teacher, theologian, pastor. He was the founder and chairman of Ligonier Ministries in Orlando FL. He was also first minister of preaching and teaching at Saint Andrew’s Chapel, first president of Reformation Bible College, and executive editor of Tabletalk magazine. His radio program, Renewing Your Mind, is still broadcast daily on hundreds of radio stations around the world and can also be heard online.

Sproul held degrees from Westminster College, Pittsburgh-Xenia Theological Seminary, Free University of Amsterdam, and Whitefield Theological Seminary. He taught at several colleges and seminaries including Reformed Theological Seminary and Knox Theological Seminary. He served as senior minister of preaching and teaching at Saint Andrew’s Chapel, in Sanford, Florida. Sproul’s teaching can be heard daily on the “Renewing Your Mind” radio broadcast which plays in over 40 countries.

Sproul wrote over 70 books and articles including the classic The Holiness of God and several theological articles in Tabletalk magazine.