Jesus: The Greatest Life of All
In this ninth and final biographical study in the bestselling Great Lives from God's Word series, beloved pastor and Bible teacher Charles Swindoll introduces you to the carpenter from Nazareth as you have never seen Him before.
Jesus is, without question, the most influential person in history. Millions of people claim the truths of the religion that bears His name. But who exactly is Jesus? A popular religious teacher? An ancient martyr? Many today are still unsure. Even scholars debate whether the Jesus of history is the Christ of faith. Now, more than ever, we need a clear understanding of the person and work of the man millions call Savior.
This fascinating biography, filled with biblical and historical insights, takes you on an unforgettable journey through the complex and provocative life of Jesus of Nazareth. Along the way, Swindoll's trademark warmth and insight offer up life application for the reader drawn straight from the words and works of Jesus. Swindoll traces Jesus' life through five distinct phases:
- His unique birth
- His astonishing power
- His controversial teaching
- His shocking death
- His world-changing resurrection
Refreshingly honest and deep, this in-depth profile reveals Jesus with a never-before-seen clarity, offering practical applications for your own life. Whether you're just curious about Jesus or a longtime follower of His life and teachings join Swindoll as you experience His life in a brand-new light.
Top Highlights
“A person with a ‘hard heart’ in the disciples’ day and culture didn’t mean he was unkind or cruel, but that his reasoning and emotions had become resistant to development.” (source)
“He hand-selected working-class men who did little to conceal their flaws, and all eleven of them from Galilee as far as we know. Judas was the only selection that would have made sense to onlookers in his day—this fine, strong-hearted Zealot from Kerioth of Judea.” (source)
“In those days, the Jews were ruled by a religious assembly of seventy men called the Sanhedrin. This body governed much like a congress or parliament and a supreme court combined. They made laws, held trials, upheld justice, and governed the country.” (source)
“Matthew states emphatically that Jesus went there specifically ‘to be tempted by the devil’ (Matthew 4:1). The Greek verb rendered ‘tempt’ means ‘to try to learn the nature or character of someone or something by submitting such to thorough and extensive testing.’1 In other words, Jesus went into the desert to confront His enemy and throw down the gauntlet. He would prove Himself to be the legitimate shepherd of Israel by overcoming the temptations that had undone all of Israel’s previous kings, including His mighty ancestor, King David.” (source)
“Jesus didn’t come to earth to establish a new religion. He came to restore a broken relationship. He came to make the primary, primary again. The secondary activity of obedience to the law of God was always intended to serve the primary activity: to love God and enjoy Him forever.” (source)
Product Details
- Title : Jesus: The Greatest Life of All
- Author: Swindoll, Charles R.
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Publication Date: 2009
- ISBN: 9781418537708