Grace Transforming

by Philip Graham Ryken

For those of us who are performance-oriented or for those who have long since thrown in the towel, a word about grace is in order. Within these pages are 9 key messages on the grace of God. These are masterful lessons, built on Scripture, edifying and applicable for all who want to experience the freedom that comes from resting on the promise of God’s unmerited favor. Helping us to understand that we are not defined by what we do―but rather by who Jesus is and what he has done, this book powerfully addresses the transforming power of grace that is essential for every Christian.

Genres: Theology, Christian Living, Discipleship, Christianity, Christian

128 pages, Paperback

First published October 31, 2012

About the author

Philip Graham Ryken is Senior Minister of Tenth Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia, where he has preached since 1995. He is Bible Teacher for the Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals, speaking nationally on the radio program Every Last Word. Dr. Ryken was educated at Wheaton College (IL), Westminster Theological Seminary (PA) and the University of Oxford (UK), from which he received his doctorate in historical theology. He lives with his wife (Lisa) and children (Joshua, Kirsten, Jack, Kathryn, and Karoline) in Center City, Philadelphia. When he is not preaching or spending time with his family, he likes to read books, play sports, and ponder the relationship between Christian faith and American culture. He has written or edited more than twenty books, including Bible commentaries on Exodus, Jeremiah, Lamentations, and Galatians.

Reviews

[Brittany · Rating 5 out of 5]

A refreshing, short, personal bath in grace.

[J · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this in a devotional, or meditative fashion over the period of a week. It is a little folksy, but anyone could read it and get something from it - Christians like me would be gently challenged and encouraged and non-Christians would get a little insight into how the other half views the world. What is grace like, psychologically and theologically? Ryken's simple little book opens up the conversation.

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outstanding Messages on Grace

Sermons preached in the chapel at Wheaton about Grace. Superbly edited for this short book, the only issue was that it is not long enough!

[Bradley Somers · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a devotional reminder of the depth and practical out working of grace in the believers life. Simply written. A good and clear reminder to live and die in this great undeserved gift.

[Wendy C · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just finished reading this. The author gives pith and accuracy to the idea of grace. I felt he could have developed performance and work orientation more, but for the small read it is, it is powerpacked. Great review of the foundational gospel truths.

[Kristin Campbell · Rating 5 out of 5]

This has been one of the best books! Dr. Ryken is clear and concise but thought provoking.

[Hannah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful. Easy to read, encouraging and challenging. I would definitely recommend it.

[Ben Kreps · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just a sweet little book. Only read if you want to be amazed by grace

[John · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was a good book, but I read it slowly a chapter at a time. It was better going when I reread things all together.

[Chris Canuel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really enjoyed this little book. Ryken paints for us a beautiful picture of God's grace and illustrates for us the transforming power of the Gospel.

[Jt]

Excellent. It is a must read. I will definitely read this book again and again.