The Amazing Depth of the Simplest Truth: The Gospel and Gospel Theology

by Tim Patrick

We live in interesting times. The Gospel hasn't changed, but a myriad of fresh presentations and differing emphases means that the Church needs to return again to the teachings of Jesus, considered in the light of the whole counsel of God.


Tim Patrick presents a clear and tight articulation of the gospel message, drawn from the pages of the Bible, and in a way that is consistent with the major topics of Christian theology.


Carefully engaging with the latest scholarship in cultural, biblical and theological conversations, Patrick shows how the Gospel is the nexus between theology and ministry. He challenges overly pragmatic approaches to mission and ministry, and encourages us to see the practical importance of Christian doctrine.


Balancing careful biblical theology with effective practical ministry ideas, Tim Patrick invites leaders, disciples and all thoughtful Christian readers to consider how the Gospel continues to offer clarity to us in a complex world.

256 pages, Hardcover

Published November 4, 2025

About the author

Tim Patrick is an author, software architect, and lover of history. He has published a dozen books, mostly on technology topics, and is a regular magazine contributor. As the founder and host of the Well-Read Man Project, he spent years offering regular commentary on current events, politics, history, and books old and new.

For more than three decades, Tim has spent each day developing custom software applications for small- and medium-sized businesses. Way back in 2007, Microsoft welcomed Tim into its Most Valuable Professional (MVP) program thanks to the assistance he provides to beginning and intermediate developers. He earned his computer science degree from Seattle Pacific University, and began work on his very first book while sitting in a class at that prestigious institution.