The Darkness and the Glory: His Cup and the Glory from Gethsemane to the Ascension
Overview
By examining the cross from Christ’s perspective, The Darkness and the Glory provides a compelling behind-the-scenes look at the profound spiritual and theological realities of Calvary—realities that transcend the physical, as the wrath of man was surpassed by both the wrath of Satan and ultimately the wrath of God. With theological acumen and pastoral insight, Greg Harris invites readers to join him on a journey to the cross they will never forget.
Top Highlights
“Once more we see the atoning benefits of His sacrifice in that ‘He will sprinkle many nations,’ using Old Testament terminology particularly associated with the High Priest and the Day of Atonement.” (Page 21)
“In spite of their fear of God, demons still constantly sin.” (Page 123)
“It is one thing to be overwhelmed and helpless in a situation completely out of your control. It is quite another to have the means of escape readily available at your first call, but decline to use what is rightfully yours. Jesus possessed the Godhead’s inner strength and composure encompassed in a frail human package—and Satan was about to deliver his full wrath against the designated Lamb of God.” (Page 39)
“Peter’s latter proclamation in Matthew 16:16 contrasts with what the disciples previously concluded about Jesus: ‘You are the Christ, the Son of the God the Living One!’ God Himself made sure that four definite articles were included as He inspired Peter to say what He wanted said in the exact way that He intended.” (Page 55)
“God sets the answer before us in His Word. The Bible reveals that the cup that Jesus drank had at least three unique components that caused His death to be unlike any other and made His appearance to be marred more than any man.” (Page 23)
Doctrinally sound, yet warmly devotional, this Christ-centered book is highly recommended to all who desire a better understanding of the glories of the cross.
—John MacArthur, President, The Master’s College and Seminary
- Title: The Darkness and the Glory: His Cup and the Glory from Gethsemane to the Ascension
- Author: Greg Harris
- Publisher: Kregel
- Publication Date: 2008
- Pages: 210
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Forrest Cole
11/9/2021
Thomas Wright
4/2/2018
Isaiah 52:14 - Just as many were astonished at you, My people, So His appearance was marred more than any man And His form more than the sons of men. This book takes a deep look upon the spiritual battle waging at Calvary. I have read the 1st half of this book several times over. So many rich nuggets of gold here, I will never look upon the cross the same way again after reading this. MacArthur writes the same in his introduction. I have read many amazing books since becoming a Christian, but this one carries a profound weightiness to it that will move your soul to action, a compulsion to share Jesus with anyone, everyone, with a gentle spirit and ferocious trust (2nd Cor. 5:14)
