Jesus Is the Christ: Studies in the Theology of John
Overview
More than simply a series of chapters on the theology of John’s Gospel, Jesus Is the Christ relates each of John’s teachings to his declared aim, expressed in John 20:30–31: “Jesus did many other signs before his disciples, which have not been written in this book; but these have been written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in his name.” Each chapter in Morris’ book takes up some facet or aspect of John’s expressed aim.
For an age still asking the question “who is Jesus?,” Leon Morris argues convincingly that John’s entire Gospel was written to show that the human Jesus is the Christ, or Messiah, as well as the Son of God. But it is Morris’ firm conviction that John’s purpose was evangelical as well as theological—that is, John wrote his book so that readers might believe in Christ and as a result have eternal life.
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- Offers insight into a key passage and pivotal book in the New Testament
- Relates each of John’s teachings to his declared aim
- John’s Theological Purpose
- The Relation between the Signs and the Discourses
- Jesus, the Man
- The Christ of God
- The Son of God
- The “I AM” Sayings
- God the Father
- The Holy Spirit
- “That You May Believe”
- Life
- Title: Jesus Is the Christ: Studies in the Theology of John
- Author: Leon Morris
- Publisher: Eerdmans
- Print Publication Date: 1989
- Logos Release Date: 2014
- Pages: 232
- Era: era:Contemporary
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subjects: Bible. N.T. John › Theology; Jesus Christ › Person and offices--Biblical teaching; Jesus Christ › History of doctrines--Early church, ca. 30-600
- ISBN: 9780802804525
- Resource ID: LLS:JESUSISTHECHRIST
- Resource Type: text.monograph.biblical-theology
- Metadata Last Updated: 2022-02-12T04:06:43Z
Leon Morris (1914–2006) was a leading evangelical New Testament scholar. He received his PhD from the University of Cambridge in England. He was principal of Ridley College in Melbourne, Australia, retiring in 1979. He then served as visiting professor of New Testament at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School.
Reviews
3 ratings
David Taylor Jr
3/29/2022
Glenn Crouch
4/11/2019
I have always enjoyed Morris as an Author (and as a speaker), and this book is no different. It is easy to read, and a good look at the Christology of John's Gospel. Morris takes us on a journey through relatively independent chapters, covering quite a depth of topics given that this book is only around 200 pages. These include the Humanity of Jesus, the Divinity of Jesus, the Signs of Jesus, the "I AM" statements, as well as a good coverage of Jesus' relationship to the Father, and Jesus' relationship to the Holy Spirit - so a nice dose of Trinity in there as well. Whilst not overly scholarly, Morris does introduce many scholarly arguments and thoughts - and is quite gracious with those he disagrees with. I find this makes a good foundation to go onto "heavier" works, if you so desire. Nicely indexed and reasonable footnotes - the one thing missing was a nice conclusion. Good book for anyone interested in delving further into the theology of the Gospel of John.
Dan and Jyothy Thomas
6/5/2017
I have the paperback version of this book. It really is top notch. Leon Morris is (was) a superb scholar, knowledgeable but approachable.
