When Grace Transforms: The Character of Christ's Disciples Put Forward in the Beattitudes

Johnson, Terry L.

ISBN 10: 1857927702 / ISBN 13: 9781857927702

Published by Christian Focus Publications, 2002

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2002. Trade paperback. 172pp. NEW.

Seller Inventory # 2657586

Bibliographic Details

• Title: When Grace Transforms: The Character of Christ's Disciples Put Forward in the Beattitudes
• Publisher: Christian Focus Publications
• Publication Date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 1857927702
• ISBN 13: 9781857927702
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: NEW
• Seller catalogs:
  • Christian Living

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Synopsis

Terry Johnson stresses that the Beatitudes are Jesus’ handbook to living a fuller life. This better, more contented and satisfying life is only for the people who believe in him, because, as Terry demonstrates, the Sermon on the Mount was preached to the disciples and not to the general population.

This blows a horrible hole in the theories of those who try to take this collection of Jesus’ teachings as a guide to more harmonious living outside the church. God’s blessings here are on his people in a special way, not on the population as a whole. To this end Terry doesn’t allow for the word ‘blessed’ to be translated ‘happy’, as it trivialises some very serious points Jesus makes.

He explains the beatitudes, showing both what they don’t mean, and opening up what they do. His conclusions are strong, challenging, and immensely practical.

You will be engaged in the impact of Jesus’ words as you never have before.

About the Author

Terry Johnson is the senior minister of the Independent Presbyterian Church in Savannah, Georgia, which he has served since 1987.