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Crucial Questions #1
¿Quién es Jesús?
¿Un fraude, un demente… o Dios encarnado?
Ninguna persona en la historia ha ocasionado evaluaciones tan diametralmente divergentes como Jesús de Nazaret. Algunos dicen que él fue un astuto fraude, mientras que otros dicen que no debe haber estado en sus cabales. En muchos casos, su historia ha sido alterada para adaptarse a las fantasías de quienes intentan convertirlo en aliado de un sinnúmero de causas militantes.
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R.C. Sproul
675 books1,974 followersDr. R.C. Sproul (1939–2017) was founder of Ligonier Ministries, an international Christian discipleship organization located near Orlando, Fla. He was founding pastor of Saint Andrew’s Chapel in Sanford, Fla., first president of Reformation Bible College, and executive editor of Tabletalk magazine.
Ligonier Ministries began in 1971 as the Ligonier Valley Study Center in Ligonier, Pa. In an effort to respond more effectively to the growing demand for Dr. Sproul’s teachings and the ministry’s other educational resources, the general offices were moved to Orlando in 1984, and the ministry was renamed.
Dr. Sproul’s radio program, Renewing Your Mind, is still broadcast daily on hundreds of radio stations around the world and can also be heard online. Dr. Sproul produced hundreds of lecture series and recorded numerous video series on subjects such as the history of philosophy, theology, Bible study, apologetics, and Christian living.
He contributed dozens of articles to national evangelical publications, spoke at conferences, churches, and academic institutions around the world, and wrote more than one hundred books, including The Holiness of God, Chosen by God, and Everyone’s a Theologian. He signed the 1978 Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy and wrote a commentary on that document. He also served as general editor of the Reformation Study Bible, previously known as the New Geneva Study Bible.
Dr. Sproul had a distinguished academic teaching career at various colleges and seminaries, including Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando and Jackson, Miss. He was ordained as a teaching elder in the Presbyterian Church in America.
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July 30, 2013
Dear Dr. Sproul,
I just finished your e-book "Who Is Jesus?" Thanks for the free book. I did enjoy it and get some new insights from it, but I must say that I am slightly confused on whom your target audience is. In many places it seemed like you were writing to those outside the faith who were wanting to know Who Jesus Is? You gave long theological explanations for certain aspects of Jesus' life and ministry that would be best suited to outsiders or beginners in the Christian faith. Certainly, it was not in depth enough (or footnoted enough) to be targeting theology students. Nor did it seem totally geared towards helping Christians explain their faith to non-Christians. However, you couldn't have been addressing the average person either. I noticed that you used loads of Latin theological and philosophical terms throughout your book--nearly on every page--but not in a way that always explained what they mean. So you must be assuming that your readers will have some type of higher education like yourself. However, in my opinion, the book is too brief to be for seminary students. My guess is that you just write and talk over people's heads and hope they can catch up. It does come across as insider language and pretty snobby though. Since I knew what you meant by most of those terms, I guess that means I'm in the club. That being said, I wish you had given me more new information. As a theological/philosophical insider I have already read most of these ideas elsewhere where they were treated more thoroughly. I am a sucker for a series, though, and I have down loaded all 14 e-books in the collection. I'll get back with you on those.
All the best,
Nick Jones
I just finished your e-book "Who Is Jesus?" Thanks for the free book. I did enjoy it and get some new insights from it, but I must say that I am slightly confused on whom your target audience is. In many places it seemed like you were writing to those outside the faith who were wanting to know Who Jesus Is? You gave long theological explanations for certain aspects of Jesus' life and ministry that would be best suited to outsiders or beginners in the Christian faith. Certainly, it was not in depth enough (or footnoted enough) to be targeting theology students. Nor did it seem totally geared towards helping Christians explain their faith to non-Christians. However, you couldn't have been addressing the average person either. I noticed that you used loads of Latin theological and philosophical terms throughout your book--nearly on every page--but not in a way that always explained what they mean. So you must be assuming that your readers will have some type of higher education like yourself. However, in my opinion, the book is too brief to be for seminary students. My guess is that you just write and talk over people's heads and hope they can catch up. It does come across as insider language and pretty snobby though. Since I knew what you meant by most of those terms, I guess that means I'm in the club. That being said, I wish you had given me more new information. As a theological/philosophical insider I have already read most of these ideas elsewhere where they were treated more thoroughly. I am a sucker for a series, though, and I have down loaded all 14 e-books in the collection. I'll get back with you on those.
All the best,
Nick Jones
October 9, 2025
Really great book, I encourage everyone to read it. RC Sproul does a great job explaining why the real biblical Jesus is important and why a made up watered down Jesus is insufficient. Really like how he set the book up too with each chapter touching on an important part of Jesus and how it affects His Kingdom. Really encourage any believer or someone who longs to know who Jesus is to read this book.
April 30, 2020
This book was a short and balanced survey of the person of Christ at a pretty topical level. There’s not much to say about it except that it was generally encouraging and true! A great read of it fits your fancy!! Of course this books fancy fitting is pretty narrow - it is short and topical, yet it uses inaccessible language to those who don’t dabble in theology regularly. Furthermore, it seemed to be somewhat geared towards those who require some convincing in regards to who Jesus is, yet it never really took an apologetic angle. I guess what I’m saying is that this books biggest downfall is that no matter your aim, there’s probably a better alternative. You want to get academic? there’s deeper books. You’re new to the faith? this book uses lingo you’ve never heard. You aren’t a Christian but are interested? there’s far more thorough apologetic cases made for Christ’s divinity, resurrection, etc. HOWEVER, if you are just a person who wants to be encouraged and made joyful by a broad overview of Jesus’s life in less than 200 pages, then you’ll enjoy this book! I did!
Side note: RC comes at us with one hot take in the last chapter. He claims the most important moment in Jesus’s ministry was not the crucifixion, nor the resurrection, but the ascension!!!! Woah!!!! Look out!
Side note: RC comes at us with one hot take in the last chapter. He claims the most important moment in Jesus’s ministry was not the crucifixion, nor the resurrection, but the ascension!!!! Woah!!!! Look out!
July 6, 2021
We think we know Him. If we have been a believer for any length of time it is easy for us to become quite sure we have heard it all. How many of us who have been Christians a long time would be drawn to such a title? R.C Sproul’s
Crucial Question’s series are just that-Crucial Questions we need to always be asking ourselves. There are many points made about Jesus that were new to me. Will we, can we ever know Him well know Him well enough?
Crucial Question’s series are just that-Crucial Questions we need to always be asking ourselves. There are many points made about Jesus that were new to me. Will we, can we ever know Him well know Him well enough?
December 20, 2013
Source: Free eBook Kindle. I chose to read and review.
Summary:
R. C. Sproul began by utilizing a well-known saying: "will the real Jesus please stand up." Sproul teaches that we need the "real Jesus," the Jesus of the gospels. We do not need an inauthentic, misquoted, "scissors and paste," "false," Christ.
There are several titles in the gospels used in reference to Jesus:
Christ.
Lord
Son of Man
The Son of God
The Logos
Sproul distinguishes and defines each of the names used for Jesus.
Examples of chapters: "Jesus As Savior," "The Birth of Jesus," "The Baptism of Jesus," "The Temptation of Christ," and "The Resurrection of Jesus."
In the chapter "Jesus As Savior" the problem of sin is taught.
"I sin and that you sin is debated by none save the most dishonest of men. We sin. We violate each other. We assault the holiness of God. What hope do we have in such dreadful turmoil? We can deny our sin or even the existence of God. We can explain that we are not accountable for our lives. We can invent a God who forgives every body without requiring repentance. All such avenues are established in delusion. There is but one who qualifies as Savior. He alone has the ability to solve our most abysmal dilemma. He alone has the power of life and death."
Thoughts:
When I first began reading this book I thought about the recent "tiff" over what color is Jesus and Santa Claus. People were angry because a news correspondent either spoke out of turn or was taken out of context (the ole lets take what they said and morph it so it will become controversial.)
I wonder how many of these people who were upset over an insignificant issue of what color Jesus is, really know Jesus? Have they just heard about him, or maybe they are aware of who he is and what he did, but do they really know him?
I find it troubling, tragic: people are more concerned with an outward appearance then with the state of their inner person, and their soul.
Jesus cannot be ignored, either you believe in Him or you do not. As my mother used to say, "there's no sitting on the fence with Jesus."
Summary:
R. C. Sproul began by utilizing a well-known saying: "will the real Jesus please stand up." Sproul teaches that we need the "real Jesus," the Jesus of the gospels. We do not need an inauthentic, misquoted, "scissors and paste," "false," Christ.
There are several titles in the gospels used in reference to Jesus:
Christ.
Lord
Son of Man
The Son of God
The Logos
Sproul distinguishes and defines each of the names used for Jesus.
Examples of chapters: "Jesus As Savior," "The Birth of Jesus," "The Baptism of Jesus," "The Temptation of Christ," and "The Resurrection of Jesus."
In the chapter "Jesus As Savior" the problem of sin is taught.
"I sin and that you sin is debated by none save the most dishonest of men. We sin. We violate each other. We assault the holiness of God. What hope do we have in such dreadful turmoil? We can deny our sin or even the existence of God. We can explain that we are not accountable for our lives. We can invent a God who forgives every body without requiring repentance. All such avenues are established in delusion. There is but one who qualifies as Savior. He alone has the ability to solve our most abysmal dilemma. He alone has the power of life and death."
Thoughts:
When I first began reading this book I thought about the recent "tiff" over what color is Jesus and Santa Claus. People were angry because a news correspondent either spoke out of turn or was taken out of context (the ole lets take what they said and morph it so it will become controversial.)
I wonder how many of these people who were upset over an insignificant issue of what color Jesus is, really know Jesus? Have they just heard about him, or maybe they are aware of who he is and what he did, but do they really know him?
I find it troubling, tragic: people are more concerned with an outward appearance then with the state of their inner person, and their soul.
Jesus cannot be ignored, either you believe in Him or you do not. As my mother used to say, "there's no sitting on the fence with Jesus."
March 28, 2014
REQUIRED READING FOR ANY FOLLOWER OF CHRIST!
First of 17 books on the fundamentals of Christianity. INSPIRATIONAL READ! Titles of Jesus. Purposes of His mission. Thoroughly captivating, inspirational read. GREAT for seekers!
I loved the section where he not only covered the titles of Jesus, but he broke them down by what did God the Father most often call Him, what did the disciples call Him, & what did He most often call Himself. Also the comparisons between the “First Adam” & Jesus, the “Second Adam” - especially how, where, & the results of each being tempted by “the serpent”.
Sproul’s writing style isn't the sugar-coated type we’re so comfortable/familiar with these days, but neither is it dry, big-worded, theo-philosophical chatter that's really tough to read. When he uses a big, dead-language, hard-to-understand word, he does so because it's necessary & brings it to life by explaining it's meaning.
I VERY highly recommend this book & can hardly wait to read the next in the series - “Can I Trust The Bible?”! =^D
First of 17 books on the fundamentals of Christianity. INSPIRATIONAL READ! Titles of Jesus. Purposes of His mission. Thoroughly captivating, inspirational read. GREAT for seekers!
I loved the section where he not only covered the titles of Jesus, but he broke them down by what did God the Father most often call Him, what did the disciples call Him, & what did He most often call Himself. Also the comparisons between the “First Adam” & Jesus, the “Second Adam” - especially how, where, & the results of each being tempted by “the serpent”.
Sproul’s writing style isn't the sugar-coated type we’re so comfortable/familiar with these days, but neither is it dry, big-worded, theo-philosophical chatter that's really tough to read. When he uses a big, dead-language, hard-to-understand word, he does so because it's necessary & brings it to life by explaining it's meaning.
I VERY highly recommend this book & can hardly wait to read the next in the series - “Can I Trust The Bible?”! =^D
September 24, 2015
There are those who have questioned who the audience is for this book. That's a fair question. Based upon my reading I believe the intended audience includes Catholics and those who have been exposed to Christianity in some manner but perhaps are not yet grounded in the philosophical underpinnings of their faith. This Bol assumes that the reader either possesses higher education or is well read, particularly in philosophy.
That is a sizable audience that typically does not have books written for. I count myself in this books intended audience.
While short, it packs a punch and I suspect I'll re-read this at some point in the near future.
Sproul does not shy away from his intelligence nor his literacy. That's very refreshing from an apologetic work for a lag audience. He bridges the gap between the simplistic and the seminarian.
That is a sizable audience that typically does not have books written for. I count myself in this books intended audience.
While short, it packs a punch and I suspect I'll re-read this at some point in the near future.
Sproul does not shy away from his intelligence nor his literacy. That's very refreshing from an apologetic work for a lag audience. He bridges the gap between the simplistic and the seminarian.
December 14, 2013
A fine primer on the nature, person and work of Christ. Written for the skeptic and\or new believer.
October 27, 2015
Another good book by R.C. Sproul. While not my favorite in the crucial questions series, it was still nice and made you think about theological things.
August 15, 2017
I must say this was an amazing book with a few pages but powerful theology, loved the approaches explained in Jesús baptism, resurrection and ascension. I really recommend it
February 6, 2017
“Jesus is known in part by what He did. On the other hand, the significance of what He did is strongly conditioned by who He is.”
Excerpt From: R. C. Sproul. “Who Is Jesus?.”
Excerpt From: R. C. Sproul. “Who Is Jesus?.”
March 22, 2019
This book is from Dr. Sproul’s Crucial Questions series, a series of short books or booklets on important issues for the Christian. The books contain information that would be helpful to a mature Christian, as well as someone interested in learning more about the Christian faith. The e-book versions are free and the paperback versions are only $2 each. This particular book about Jesus would be an excellent one to give to a friend as we approach the Easter season.
The author writes that we need Christ, the real Christ. He writes that it pleased God for His own reasons to give us four biographical portraits of Jesus, all looking at His person and work from slightly different perspectives. The gospel narratives do more than tell about Jesus, His life, and His work. They also tell us how people responded to Christ. Scripture also gives us Jesus’ own testimony of His identity. The author tells us that beyond what we find in the Gospel portraits, Scripture also gives us the testimony of the Apostles. We find that Jesus is the theme of the Old Testament as well. From Genesis to Revelation, we find the story of Jesus, the Christ.
The author addresses some of the heresies about Jesus throughout church history. He tells us that Jesus is both truly human and truly divine.
He then looks at some of the more prominent titles ascribed to Jesus in the New Testament. Although some think that Christ is Jesus’ last name, it is actually the title applied to Jesus more frequently than any other title in Scripture. The second most frequently used title for Jesus in the New Testament is Lord. The third most frequently used title for Jesus in the New Testament is Son of Man. Though it ranks third in frequency of usage in the New Testament as a whole, it is far and away the primary title that Jesus used for Himself. The author tells us that is significant. Every name and title given to Jesus in the New Testament has significance. Each one reveals something to us about who He is and what He has done.
The author tells us that theologians typically speak of the life of Jesus as following a progression from humiliation to exaltation. The ultimate goal is His final return and the consummation of His kingdom. The ascension catapulted Jesus to the right hand of God, where He was enthroned as King of kings and Lord of lords. He tells us that the kingdom is yet to be consummated. That will take place in the future. However, the kingdom has been inaugurated.
The author finishes the book by looking at Jesus as our Prophet, Priest and King.
The author writes that we need Christ, the real Christ. He writes that it pleased God for His own reasons to give us four biographical portraits of Jesus, all looking at His person and work from slightly different perspectives. The gospel narratives do more than tell about Jesus, His life, and His work. They also tell us how people responded to Christ. Scripture also gives us Jesus’ own testimony of His identity. The author tells us that beyond what we find in the Gospel portraits, Scripture also gives us the testimony of the Apostles. We find that Jesus is the theme of the Old Testament as well. From Genesis to Revelation, we find the story of Jesus, the Christ.
The author addresses some of the heresies about Jesus throughout church history. He tells us that Jesus is both truly human and truly divine.
He then looks at some of the more prominent titles ascribed to Jesus in the New Testament. Although some think that Christ is Jesus’ last name, it is actually the title applied to Jesus more frequently than any other title in Scripture. The second most frequently used title for Jesus in the New Testament is Lord. The third most frequently used title for Jesus in the New Testament is Son of Man. Though it ranks third in frequency of usage in the New Testament as a whole, it is far and away the primary title that Jesus used for Himself. The author tells us that is significant. Every name and title given to Jesus in the New Testament has significance. Each one reveals something to us about who He is and what He has done.
The author tells us that theologians typically speak of the life of Jesus as following a progression from humiliation to exaltation. The ultimate goal is His final return and the consummation of His kingdom. The ascension catapulted Jesus to the right hand of God, where He was enthroned as King of kings and Lord of lords. He tells us that the kingdom is yet to be consummated. That will take place in the future. However, the kingdom has been inaugurated.
The author finishes the book by looking at Jesus as our Prophet, Priest and King.
July 22, 2022
An excellent primer on Jesus. Sproul covers His names, His life, and His mission simply, but not simplistically. In typical fashion, he unpacks so much truth about Christ. I especially valued his thoughts at the very end on the ascension of Christ being perhaps the prime act in all of His life. We talk very little about His ascension in comparison to His birth, death and resurrection. But His ascension imparted the Spirit and secured a name for Him above all names. It sealed the promises and is a glorious truth!
I would have loved a little more exposition, instead of philosophy, but that is what Sproul majors in.
This is a great work and a quick read that anyone would benefit from.
I would have loved a little more exposition, instead of philosophy, but that is what Sproul majors in.
This is a great work and a quick read that anyone would benefit from.
February 26, 2019
Succinct summary of the entire ministry and person of Jesus. Must read for every believer, new or old. Enlightened my mind to some of the aspects which I had so far ignored. Typical RC Sproul's style of explaining with vivid illustrations and distinct precision. Explained everything right from the life, death, resurrection and even the often overlooked aspect of Ascension of Jesus. Moreover, thanks to Ligonier for making it available for free of cost. Powerhouse of a little book!
December 26, 2023
El librito que necesita la persona que desea conocer más sobre Jesús. Lo presenta de manera ordenada, y como es característico de Sproul, de manera sencilla para comprender. En especial me enseñó a darle más peso e importancia a la resurrección y la ascensión de lo que lo hacía. Recomendado.
November 2, 2021
3,5 Stars
July 19, 2023
This book was wonderful, as the others by Sproul are. There are some ideas from this text that I am still dwelling on, but still an faith-increasing read!
January 9, 2023
another great book by Sproul! short book covering such a big topic. his use of scripture to back up everything is so awesome, it’s all based on the word of god! loved it.
June 5, 2023
Chock full. Some great heavy thoughts I hadn’t considered
February 12, 2018
I quite enjoyed this short book on such a big topic. I found the Author to be a more educational than I expected - which I found to be a good thing. Thus he manages to cover some quite deep theological issues - yet given the size of the book, he manages to do it reasonably briefly.
So I would say that this is quite a good book for the educated person who wants to know what Christians believe about Jesus. I wouldn't see this as being apologetic rather it is Christology made accessible.
This is also a good introduction volume for the Crucial Questions Series - I actually read the 2nd Volume first.
I really liked the concluding section on the Ascension - an aspect that is often overlooked. Thus it is also a good read for Christians of all age, as we benefit from being reminded of "who is Jesus?" :)
So I would say that this is quite a good book for the educated person who wants to know what Christians believe about Jesus. I wouldn't see this as being apologetic rather it is Christology made accessible.
This is also a good introduction volume for the Crucial Questions Series - I actually read the 2nd Volume first.
I really liked the concluding section on the Ascension - an aspect that is often overlooked. Thus it is also a good read for Christians of all age, as we benefit from being reminded of "who is Jesus?" :)
March 14, 2018
I must say this was an amazing book with a few pages but powerful theology, loved the approaches explained in Jesús baptism, resurrection and ascension.
November 18, 2017
First sentence: There are vast numbers of portraits of Jesus in the art galleries of this world. These images are often so conflicting that they offer little help in achieving an accurate picture of what Christ looked like during the period of His incarnation. We need Christ—the real Christ. A Christ born of empty speculation or created to squeeze into the philosopher’s pattern simply won’t do. A recycled Christ, a Christ of compromise, can redeem no one. A Christ watered down, stripped of power, debased of glory, reduced to a symbol, or made impotent by scholarly surgery is not Christ but Antichrist.
Who is Jesus? is the first title in R.C. Sproul's Crucial Questions series. (Many of these titles are available as free kindle e-books on Amazon.)
It is true that it is a short book, but it isn't short on substance. There are three chapters addressing the 'crucial' question: Who is Jesus? These are "Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up?," "The Titles of Jesus," and "The Life of Jesus." Sproul concisely answers the question and invites readers to believe that Jesus is the Son of God.
One point that he definitely emphasizes is that Jesus cannot be found outside of the Word of God. He writes, "To search behind or beyond the New Testament is to go on a snipe hunt equipped with the flashlights of pride and prejudice." He warns, "The Christ we believe, the Christ we trust, must be true if we are to be redeemed. A false Christ or a substitute Christ cannot redeem." He concludes, "Apart from the Bible, we know nothing of consequence concerning the real Jesus. Ultimately our faith stands or falls with the biblical Jesus."
Who is Jesus? is the first title in R.C. Sproul's Crucial Questions series. (Many of these titles are available as free kindle e-books on Amazon.)
It is true that it is a short book, but it isn't short on substance. There are three chapters addressing the 'crucial' question: Who is Jesus? These are "Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up?," "The Titles of Jesus," and "The Life of Jesus." Sproul concisely answers the question and invites readers to believe that Jesus is the Son of God.
One point that he definitely emphasizes is that Jesus cannot be found outside of the Word of God. He writes, "To search behind or beyond the New Testament is to go on a snipe hunt equipped with the flashlights of pride and prejudice." He warns, "The Christ we believe, the Christ we trust, must be true if we are to be redeemed. A false Christ or a substitute Christ cannot redeem." He concludes, "Apart from the Bible, we know nothing of consequence concerning the real Jesus. Ultimately our faith stands or falls with the biblical Jesus."
February 9, 2018
It's a very well done, albeit brief, book on just who exactly Jesus is and who Jesus is not. Even lifelong Christians should take a moment to read this book, and make sure that they're not worshiping a Jesus of their own devising.
August 25, 2013
Sproul packs a lot of Christology into this small booklet. He examines the essential beliefs necessary to Christianity, and debunks some heresies as well. There's also a good deal of philosophy here: I especially enjoyed his comparison of John's gospel to the Greek philosophers' views of the logos. The only thing about this booklet that put me off was Sproul's continual use of Latin phrases like "sine qua non." It strikes me as a bit pretentious for a work that, I thought, was aimed at reg'ler folks. Still, a little affectation like that is not worth docking a whole star for. If we were grading on a scale of 1-10 instead of 1-5, I'd give it a 9.5. I used this in my Sunday school class, and my students enjoyed it.
June 30, 2016
I don't see the validity of the argument about who the intended audience for this book is. Yes, there are times where Dr. Sproul seems to be speaking to non-Christians, and times where he assume the reader is Christian. I found this to be nice, as it creates a universal audience. I believe that was exactly what was intended.
The material of the book itself is strong. I found it helpful toward the end where he references, and then annihilates, pop philosophy regarding the Bible. It lends more credence to Christ, showing His true importance.
Even the parts that were familiar, the parts that were basic knowledge to me by now, were helpful in this book. Sproul's easy to understand voice is reassuring, thorough, and convincing for even the greatest skeptic.
The material of the book itself is strong. I found it helpful toward the end where he references, and then annihilates, pop philosophy regarding the Bible. It lends more credence to Christ, showing His true importance.
Even the parts that were familiar, the parts that were basic knowledge to me by now, were helpful in this book. Sproul's easy to understand voice is reassuring, thorough, and convincing for even the greatest skeptic.
August 14, 2015
This book, as part of a series of short apologetic texts, is an interesting discussion (and refutation) of many claims that have been made about Jesus over time. Sproul is delightfully subtle while maintaining clarity in his refutations, pointing towards a Jesus thoroughly derived from the Bible, and nowhere else. I feel that the title is misleading, however. A non-Christian wanting a basic background of Jesus will not get one, and I don't feel that the arguments are so overwhelmingly good that they will convince a non-Christian, although they provide a neat framework and food for thought for Christians.
June 7, 2016
Quem é Jesus? Neste livro, Sproul mostra que as pessoas têm noções errôneas sobre Cristo. Os judeus esperavam um Rei que implantaria uma teocracia terrena, enquanto rejeitaram aquele que entrou em Jerusalém assentado num jumentinho. Outros ainda, pensam que Jesus nunca vai voltar, uma vez que a cada dia que passa o amor de muitos têm se esfriado, e o pecado se multiplicado. Pior são aqueles que pensam que Jesus é uma espécie de gênio da lâmpada, que veio para realizar seus desejos. Sproul mostra quem é o verdadeiro Jesus, o Jesus da Bíblia, o Deus-homem. O Jesus que é "o Cordeiro que tira o pecado do mundo", mas também aquele virá em glória, romperá os céus com poder e majestade".
January 7, 2018
Who Is Jesus?
A quote from the book will be sufficient:
No person in history has provoked as much study, criticism, prejudice, or devotion as Jesus of Nazareth. The titanic influence of this man makes Him a chief target of the arrows of criticism and a prime object of revision according to the interpreter's prejudice. Thus, the portrait of the historical Jesus has been altered to suit the fancies of those seeking to line Him up on their side, to make of Him an ally in a host of militant causes, many of which are mutually exclusive. In the theologian's laboratory, Jesus is treated like a chameleon; He is forced to adapt to the backdrop painted by the theologian.
A quote from the book will be sufficient:
No person in history has provoked as much study, criticism, prejudice, or devotion as Jesus of Nazareth. The titanic influence of this man makes Him a chief target of the arrows of criticism and a prime object of revision according to the interpreter's prejudice. Thus, the portrait of the historical Jesus has been altered to suit the fancies of those seeking to line Him up on their side, to make of Him an ally in a host of militant causes, many of which are mutually exclusive. In the theologian's laboratory, Jesus is treated like a chameleon; He is forced to adapt to the backdrop painted by the theologian.
July 25, 2013
Whereas the Bible is sufficiently adequate to depict Jesus, this little gem was helpful and insightful. A good reminder that Jesus was not a pretty boy with wavy, flaxen hair and a golden glow about him as shown in most famous art pieces. I'm looking forward to the rest of the series.
"The resurrection of Jesus is radical in the original sense of the word. It touches the radix, the "root" of the Christian faith. Without is, Christianity becomes just another religion designed to titillate our moral senses with platitudes of human wisdom."
"The resurrection of Jesus is radical in the original sense of the word. It touches the radix, the "root" of the Christian faith. Without is, Christianity becomes just another religion designed to titillate our moral senses with platitudes of human wisdom."
December 25, 2013
I read this to see if it is something I'd be willing to give to others. Overall, it's strong on the foundations and will certainly be of help to those who have attended a few church services but still unbelieving.
As the book uses some Christian terms and assumes at least a basic understanding of some Christian themes, it is not a very good option for those who have never experienced God's tug toward belief.
For its intended purpose and its faithful use of Scripture, this book gets 4-stars and is recommended.
As the book uses some Christian terms and assumes at least a basic understanding of some Christian themes, it is not a very good option for those who have never experienced God's tug toward belief.
For its intended purpose and its faithful use of Scripture, this book gets 4-stars and is recommended.
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