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The Sonship of Christ: Exploring the Covenant Identity of God and Man
Why is Christ called both "God" and the "Son of God" in Scripture? Discover an answer so simple you'll wonder why you never saw it before, and so beautiful it will take your breath away. Along the way, Ty creates a whole new theological lens through which to interpret the Trinity versus anti-Trinitarian debate that has been raging through much of Christian history.
261 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 26, 2018
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September 10, 2019
The Sonship of Christ brings a fresh look at the love of God in a powerful way. I feel like I have been reintroduced to scripture and Jesus on a whole new level. An instant classic!
April 25, 2019
My Heart Did Burn
I would like to see this book in the hands of pastor and parishioners alike. It's the best rendition of the the subject matter that I have experienced. God is most certainly raising up dedicated servants to make plain the message of salvation. All praise, honour and admiration I extend to Him.
I would like to see this book in the hands of pastor and parishioners alike. It's the best rendition of the the subject matter that I have experienced. God is most certainly raising up dedicated servants to make plain the message of salvation. All praise, honour and admiration I extend to Him.
January 8, 2023
Excellent book! It tells such a beautiful story! Easy to understand and follow, highly recommend!
June 7, 2020
It's clear throughout this book that the author is concerned with responding to some within the church who are trying to resurrect some old lines of anti-trinitarian thinking. To that end, I think he has done a masterful job of responding to them in a way that is accessible and uplifting for the average layman reader. His argument is not technical, it is a piece-by-piece narrative that works.
Also, in doing so, the author has presented some masterful theological reasoning that should--if the reader takes it seriously--make the Christian excited about what the gospel means and what Christians, individually and collectively, should do in response to it. Without a drop of hyperbole, the overarching message presented in this book is one that the church desperately needs in today's world if we are going to effectively and persuasively present the gospel.
Well done.
Also, in doing so, the author has presented some masterful theological reasoning that should--if the reader takes it seriously--make the Christian excited about what the gospel means and what Christians, individually and collectively, should do in response to it. Without a drop of hyperbole, the overarching message presented in this book is one that the church desperately needs in today's world if we are going to effectively and persuasively present the gospel.
Well done.
October 27, 2019
Ty provides an excellent refutation of anti-Trinitarianism, but he accomplishes so much more in this delightful book. He establishes that Jesus Christ's 'sonship' represents a voluntary role Christ accepted to demonstrate and fulfill God's covenantal faithfulness, not an ontological claim of essential subordination. Ty ends the book with an insightful discussion of the Holy Spirit's contribution to completing God's promise of recreation and redemption. In its insistence on keeping the entire Biblical narrative in view when interpreting individual texts and passages, Ty's book deftly illustrates John Peckham's emphasis on 'Tota Scriptura' as a necessary additional emphasis to the better-known 'Sola Scriptura' principle from the Protestant Reformation.
October 25, 2018
Opens Your Eyes to the Reality of Jesus as God and Man
Every chapter explores the relationship between God and Jesus and man, and, in doing so, leaves the reader in awe of the amazing love God has for us. Ty explains why and how Jesus is the "Son of God, " and, with that explanation, reveals the amazing character of our God of love. You will be left with a renewed sense of awe and wonder about the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Every chapter explores the relationship between God and Jesus and man, and, in doing so, leaves the reader in awe of the amazing love God has for us. Ty explains why and how Jesus is the "Son of God, " and, with that explanation, reveals the amazing character of our God of love. You will be left with a renewed sense of awe and wonder about the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
December 26, 2023
My mind is absolutely blown. How have I never learned this before? I have always struggled with Jesus being referred to as Son and why God would chose that relationship to identify with the second Person of the Trinity. This seems like it should be taught Christianity 101! This book is so well written and I was brought to tears more than once in worship and awe of God and His perfect plan of redemption through the Son!
November 13, 2018
A great explanation as to what it means that Jesus is "the son of God." Ty addresses it in terms of Christ's covenantal role as the second Adam as opposed to belaboring any nonsensical time about Christ's origins. He highlights how the arguments about nature and origins in correlation with Christ's title of "son" misses the point of what the Bible is telling us. He makes a good case
January 15, 2019
It's awesome, because it shows how awesome God is, and what it might mean to be his "son". It means a lot of things. One thing it doesn't mean is being birthed before creation, which Ty perfectly shows, while he draws out how the salvation plan and the character of God is embedded in the term. I really think everyone with the slightest interest in the Biblical story ought to read it.
September 2, 2021
Biblical narrative as exegesis
Excellent short course on Biblical narrative context and Trinitarian apologetics.
Just understand that the first half to one third of the book might feel slow or underwhelming in its depth. Hang in there, it’s a necessary buildup; the finish is well worth the effort.
Excellent short course on Biblical narrative context and Trinitarian apologetics.
Just understand that the first half to one third of the book might feel slow or underwhelming in its depth. Hang in there, it’s a necessary buildup; the finish is well worth the effort.
October 21, 2021
This book came to me on a unexpected manner. Ar first glance I didn't expected too much. But it ended bringing a renewed view on the encarnation and the preencarnation.
Christ is the covenantal begotten son and we can join him in this covenant as the following brothers and sisters.
A insightful and easy understandable book
Christ is the covenantal begotten son and we can join him in this covenant as the following brothers and sisters.
A insightful and easy understandable book
December 6, 2021
I didn't disagree with his conclusions, but I thought how he arrived at them was odd sometimes. I feel like relying on the emphasis of story makes it harder to prove the ultimate point. Either way one has to go into the details. So, Ty isn't wrong, but I don't think that people who don't see the divinity of Christ will find it convincing.
November 1, 2022
The truth of scripture only belongs to those who read, really read the whole story, says Ty.
Well written, light to understand, it definitely inspires one to approach scripture as a narrative as much as it brings a deeper understanding of what Jesus has achieved for humanity, being my eternal brother is something I shall ponder about
It would also fit in the category of 'the Gospel explained'
Well written, light to understand, it definitely inspires one to approach scripture as a narrative as much as it brings a deeper understanding of what Jesus has achieved for humanity, being my eternal brother is something I shall ponder about
It would also fit in the category of 'the Gospel explained'
February 1, 2023
The best book I’ve read in years!
Ty Gibson hits the mark with this book. The absolute best articulation for why we can claim that God is love and is faithful. If you are wondering about the veracity of scripture in a postmodern world, ready this book! Every human alive would be blessed to read this book!
Ty Gibson hits the mark with this book. The absolute best articulation for why we can claim that God is love and is faithful. If you are wondering about the veracity of scripture in a postmodern world, ready this book! Every human alive would be blessed to read this book!
January 10, 2026
A beautiful exposition on how Jesus is the "Son of God" in a covenantal context. Simple to understand and a short read that can give anyone a better understanding on Christ and his nature. If you're wanting to learn more about Christ and how his identity as God the Son is wrapped in a solid Biblical foundation going back to the Old Testament, then this for you!
January 12, 2019
WOW
A completely “new” way to see the Bible’s story and how the dots perfectly connect. This book dismantles the complexity that the men created on the simple message of Gospel: God is love and He loves us.
A completely “new” way to see the Bible’s story and how the dots perfectly connect. This book dismantles the complexity that the men created on the simple message of Gospel: God is love and He loves us.
May 21, 2020
It was a bit tough to get into because I am not very familiar with this topic. I think it is written well but I def advise to pray before, while and after you read this book because you are going to need the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
December 19, 2021
Using logic & the Bible Ty Gibson takes you on a tour of the divinity-in-humanity of Christ and the whole Bible narrative of the covenant of God with man. In a simple C.S. Lewis like style, yet modern & theologically Adventist, this book is a must read for any Christian.
September 10, 2022
Important book about God’s love
This book should be read by every Christian and everyone who is seeking to know God. It clarifies the meaning of “God’s only-begotten Son” in a way I never before understood. It has given me a new appreciation for what Jesus did for me.
This book should be read by every Christian and everyone who is seeking to know God. It clarifies the meaning of “God’s only-begotten Son” in a way I never before understood. It has given me a new appreciation for what Jesus did for me.
October 21, 2025
The best book I've read this year. I've never read any book this quickly. I've learnt one of the most confusing concept in my entire Christianity. I can't recommend this book more than enough. Thank you very much Pastor Gibson.
May 15, 2019
Mind-blowing!
What a paradigm shift into deep understanding of the Bible! The old and new testaments really come into clarity, finally.
What a paradigm shift into deep understanding of the Bible! The old and new testaments really come into clarity, finally.
May 8, 2020
Fantastic
A must read. Makes it very clear. Thank you Ty
If only l could get this into the hands if some very good friends who fell into the anti-trinity trap
A must read. Makes it very clear. Thank you Ty
If only l could get this into the hands if some very good friends who fell into the anti-trinity trap
January 14, 2021
The Son of God like you've never heard about before.
December 5, 2022
It's a must read for every Christian.
December 31, 2022
Amazing! answered many questions I had
January 2, 2023
Thoughtfully and carefully unpacks the covenant relationship Jesus invites us to participate in.
December 3, 2022
I have been a Christian all my life, got my college degree in Religion, and was a Bible teacher, but in all my days, no one was able to explain to me what Ty Gibson explains in this book!
I didn't give this 5 stars because I don't always love Ty's writing style, but the hugely important thoughts and messages he brings to the page always make it worth the read. (So, I would give 5 stars for the message and impact of this book and 3 stars for the writing.)
I didn't give this 5 stars because I don't always love Ty's writing style, but the hugely important thoughts and messages he brings to the page always make it worth the read. (So, I would give 5 stars for the message and impact of this book and 3 stars for the writing.)
June 22, 2020
This book is a must read! As usual, Ty Gibson’s logic is undeniable, and he uses consistent, relevant support to prove his points. His writing style is straightforward too, which is amazing considering the magnificent scope of the subject matter. With this book, Ty Gibson has made simple one of the world’s most complex ideas.
February 3, 2024
It was even more profound the second time through. Incredible
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