In Christ Alone: Living the Gospel-Centered Life
Overview
Noted theologian, pastor, and educator Dr. Sinclair B. Ferguson explores aspects of the person and work of Jesus in his latest book, In Christ Alone. This collection of articles is designed to help believers gain a better understanding of their Savior and the Christian faith, and to live out that faith in their day-to-day lives. In Christ Alone is packed full of nuggets of Scriptural truth that will spark and fan the flames of the believer’s love for the Savior who is so beautiful in his person and so faithful in his work on behalf of his beloved sheep.
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Key Features
- Foreword by Alistair Begg
- “In Christ Alone” by John Calvin
- Exploration of the person of Jesus
Top Highlights
“It had to be thus, for He did not come merely to add something extra to life, but to deal with our spiritual insolvency and the debt of our sin. He was not conceived in the womb of Mary for those who have done their best, but for those who know that their best is ‘like filthy rags’ (Isa. 64:6)4—far from good enough—and that in their flesh there dwells no good thing (Rom. 7:18). He was not sent to be the source of good experiences, but to suffer the pangs of hell in order to be our Savior.” (Page 17)
“True discernment means not only distinguishing the right from the wrong; it means distinguishing the primary from the secondary, the essential from the indifferent, and the permanent from the transient. And, yes, it means distinguishing between the good and the better, and even between the better and the best.” (Page 163)
“We confuse emotional pleasure—or worse, sentiment—with true adoration.” (Page 16)
“Santa Christ is sometimes a Pelagian Jesus. Like Santa, he simply asks us whether we have been good. More exactly, since the assumption is that we are all naturally good, Santa Christ asks us whether we have been ‘good enough.’” (Page 16)
“Only God—the One through whom ‘all things were made’ (1:3, cf. v. 10), in whom ‘was life’ and ‘light’ (v. 4)—can reverse creation’s death and dissipate the darkness caused by sin.” (Page 13)
Praise for the Print Edition
The title In Christ Alone is enough to make hearts brave and souls stand at attention. And Sinclair Ferguson, the consummate teacher, takes great pains to explain the supreme sufficiency of Jesus Christ and why He is ‘enough.’
—Joni Eareckson Tada, founder, Joni and Friends International Disability Center
In Christ Alone is a basic systematic theology in the form of a very readable book. Whether you are a new Christian looking for basic Christian doctrine or a more mature one wanting a refresher, this book will both instruct you and delight you. I warmly commend it to all Christians who want to grow in their faith.
—Jerry Bridges, Bible teacher and author, The Pursuit of Holiness
Sinclair Ferguson is one of my favorite authors, and he’s done all of us a great favor by pulling together these writings penned over a long, faithful, and fruitful ministry (may it continue for many years!). This book is a feast that will satisfy both mind and heart, sharpening your thinking and deepening your devotion to Christ Alone.
—C. J. Mahaney, president, Sovereign Grace Ministries
Product Details
- Title: In Christ Alone: Living the Gospel-Centered Life
- Author: Sinclair B. Ferguson
- Publisher: Reformation Trust
- Publication Date: 2007
- Pages: 256
