The Christ of the Forty Days

by A. B. Simpson

Publisher:

Christian Alliance

, n.d.

Overview

In this book, A. B. Simpson provides insightful instruction on the 40 days of Jesus’ ministry between his resurrection and ascension. The Christ of the Forty Days includes detailed descriptions of Jesus’ actions and teachings during this time, including the Great Commission. Thematically, Simpson focuses on the profound victory of Christ, his triumph over death, and his love for and encouragement toward his followers. Readers will benefit from this unique and illustrative treatment of Christ’s ministry, gaining reassurance and deeper motivation to live life in light of the gospel.

Contents

Top Highlights

“And so the heart that is to know His power, who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all we ask or think, must be ‘strengthened with might, by His Spirit in the inner man,’ so that ‘Christ can dwell in the heart by faith.’” (Page 19)

“It means that we may pray in His Name so that it will be even as if He were praying,—not we. It means that all His righteousness and nature and personal attributes may be imparted to us, and appropriated by us, so that He Himself will literally live in us.” (Page 50)

“And all power on earth is subordinate to His power.” (Page 16)

Product Details

• Title: The Christ of the Forty Days
• Author: A. B. Simpson
• Publisher: Christian Alliance
• Print Publication Date: n.d.
• Logos Release Date: 2016
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
• Subjects: Jesus Christ › Temptation; Temptation of Jesus Christ; Jesus Christ
• Resource ID: LLS:CHRISTFORTYDAYS
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2022-02-11T17:30:50Z

About A. B. Simpson

Albert B. “A.B.” Simpson (1843–1919) founded the Christian and Missionary Alliance. He began his career as a Presbyterian minister and became a noted preacher and author. In 1881, he became an independent preacher, and helped early Pentecostalism gain influence in Canada and the United States.