Through the ages, the church year has been ordered according to God's story found in the Bible. With every new season, believers have immersed themselves in the Scriptures, growing closer to God through his Word. In "Through the Bible, Through the Year," beloved pastor John Stott takes readers throu[...]
Evangelical Christianity underwent extraordinary expansion--geographically, culturally and theologically--in the second half of the twentieth century. How and why did it spread and change so much? How did its strategic responses to a rapidly changing world affect its diffusion, for better or for wor[...]
A deep look at Scripture--God's very words--is never wasted. In fact, not only is it never wasted; it's richly rewarded. The more deeply we dive into the riches of the Bible, the more deeply we can experience and serve God, the giver of all truth, wisdom, love and understanding. The new LifeGuide? i[...]
Named a "Book of the Century" by Christianity Today "If Jesus was not God in human flesh, Christianity is exploded," writes John Stott. "We are left with just another religion with some beautiful ideas and noble ethics; its unique distinction has gone." Who is Jesus Christ? If he is not who he said [...]
What is a life of radical discipleship? At the root, it means we let Jesus set the agenda of our lives. We aren't selective. We don't pick and choose what is congenial and stay away from what is costly. No. He is Lord of all of life. In the last book by the leading evangelical churchman of the twent[...]
Why Jesus? Perhaps you have had the funny feeling that God wants to get your attention. Or maybe you're intrigued with what you've heard about Jesus. Or maybe you're simply looking for meaning and direction in your life. John Stott has spent a lifetime wrestling with questions about Jesus both perso[...]
Did you know. . . . . . John Stott's father stood strongly against his desire to be ordained in the Church of England and his pacifist leanings during World War II? . . . John Stott once got lost following birds in the Amazon rainforest? . . . John Stott once dressed up as a street urchin, fashioned[...]
We often imagine Jesus as the ultimate peacemaker, as one who saw all sides and kindly overlooked differences of belief or practice. The gospels say this was not so. Jesus drew sharp lines. He disagreed with many. He rejected being broadminded on a variety of topics. He engaged in vigorous debate, e[...]
Christians tend to polarize. Some have an intellectual faith, while others are more emotional. Some focus on structure while others focus on freedom. And some champion evangelism while others advocate for social action. John Stott's classic statement of balanced Christianity shows how we can hold th[...]
Some emphasize Christian mission as verbal proclamation and "saving souls." Others focus on global justice issues or relief and development work. Can we do both? In this classic book, John Stott shows that Christian mission must encompass both evangelism and social action. He offers careful definiti[...]
Is preaching dead - or at least dying? In a digital age, where congregations have unprecedented access to resources, do we still need sermons? John Stott's I BELIEVE IN PREACHING has been essential reading for ministers, students and lay preachers for over three decades. Its message is as relevant t[...]
Christianity the world's largest religion: almost a third of the population describe themselves as Christian. Over 2000 years since it first started, no other religion has had such cultural and global impact and millions today claim their lives are completely changed by their decision to be a Chris[...]
Stott's labor of love"Biblical lessons from a lifelong bird watcher"John Stott traces his lifelong love of bird-watching back to boyhood country walks with his father, who told him to shut his mouth and open his eyes and ears. Because of these lessons in observation, Stott learned to carry his binoc[...]
John Stott's life adorned the gospel of Christ. He wore privilege lightly, lived modestly, worked diligently, and was loved by the rich and the poor. Here was authentic Christian discipleship.The legacy of this urbane British pastor-theologian--author of over 50 books and a world expert in ornitholo[...]
The title, Old Testament, creates difficulties of its own. If it is Old and we are people of the New, surely we may properly let it fade away into history? Besides, it seems very unlike the New Testament, even contradictory: all those wars when Jesus is the Prince of peace; all those commandments to[...]
Med kyrkoåret som inramning utforskar Genom Bibeln Dag för Dag under 365 dagar hela den bibliska historien från skapelsen i Första Moseboken 1 till ändens tid i Uppenbarelseboken 22.
John Stott är en av vår tids mest respekterade bibellärare. Hans fullständigt unika utläggningar[...]
Stott visar på åtta kännetecken på kristet lärjungaskap: nonkonformism, kristuslikhet, mognad, skapelseomsorg, enkelhet, jämvikt, förtröstan och död. Han utmanar läsaren att inte bara välja det som passar för stunden utan att ta alla delarna på allvar.
Lärjunge blev John Sto[...]
TerrorismSame-Sex MarriageDebt CancellationThe AIDS PandemicThese are just some of the critical contemporary issues addressed in this book. Issues Facing Christians Today helps thinking Christians sift through and respond to a sweeping array of complex and pressing topics.Thoroughly revised and upda[...]
Author John Stott examines the cultural, social, geographical, and historical background of the Bible, as he outlines the story with its central theme, and as he explains its message. The book now includes study questions, index, and maps.[...]
World-renowned preacher and scholar John Stott examines contemporary objections to preaching and sets forth a theological foundation for effective contemporary preaching. Includes a historical sketch of preaching and practical suggestions for Bible study and sermon preparation.[...]
From Hudson Taylor to D. L. Moody and from the Apostle Paul to Gandhi, "People My Teachers" delves into the fascinating lives of people who have impacted the world and changed lives--though not always for the best. "All of them have either been committed followers of Jesus Christ or have come under [...]