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Summary: Highly Recommended Primer
Review: Stott describes basic Christianity in detail and then lays out a convincing plan of action for believers. He points out that we owe forgiveness and reconciliation to the death of Christ. After the resurrection the Holy Spirit took the place of Jesus and next the Holy Spirit changed the apostles. Stott reminds us that the claim that Christ can live in all of us is put forth in Galatians 2:20. Stott's book is a concise introduction to Christianity for beginners. It can also serve as a good refresher for those who need to review the basics.
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Summary: Don't let the small type scare you
Review: Stott is marvelous describing who is Jesus, what is sin, what did Jesus do, and what should be the individual's response. He has a clear way of describing the truly important beliefs of the Christian church. I do have two complaints, one major and one minor. I'm curious how a book entitled "Basic Christianity" could be devoid of any mention of the character of God, including the Trinity. Much is made of the nature of Christ, but I do not remember reading about God's nature. The minor complaint is that book's type is so small--maybe this is the way to keep the price down on a very powerful 142-page book. Don't let my complaints keep you away from a very wise investment.
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Summary: A Very Helpful Book for Christians New and Old
Review: Stott's Basic Christianity is a very practical, easy-to-read introduction to the Christian life. Who is God? Who is Christ? What is sin? What does being a Christian mean? These are all very basic, fundamental questions that are answered in a no-nonsense, straightforward way. For those who have been Christians for some time, it is always good to review the basic fundamentals. Sometimes you see things possibly in a way that you never did before. Stott's explanation of the Ten Commandments and their application is by itself worth the price of the book. Basic Christianity is a small book, but loaded with helpful information.
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Summary: A Very Helpful Book for Christians New and Old
Review: Stott's Basic Christianity is a very practical, easy-to-read introduction to the Christian life. Who is God? Who is Christ? What is sin? What does being a Christian mean? These are all very basic, fundamental questions that are answered in a no-nonsense, straightforward way. For those who have been Christians for some time, it is always good to review the basic fundamentals. Sometimes you see things possibly in a way that you never did before. Stott's explanation of the Ten Commandments and their application is by itself worth the price of the book. Basic Christianity is a small book, but loaded with helpful information.
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Summary: Excellent, succinct explanation of what Christianity is.
Review: This book explains the bare bones tenets of the Christian faith which are shared by all Christian denominations. Stott separates the basic foundations of Christianity from all of the dogma and "extras" added in by different denominations.
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Summary: Excellent, succinct explanation of what Christianity is.
Review: This book explains the bare bones tenets of the Christian faith which are shared by all Christian denominations. Stott separates the basic foundations of Christianity from all of the dogma and "extras" added in by different denominations.
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Summary: Excellent for Personal Devotion
Review: This book is the right place to start if you want to learn the essentials of evangelical Christianity. Stott does an excellent job outlining who Christ was/is, what He did, and why He had to come and die on the Cross. He also does a good job in explaining man's need and the devastating effects sin brought on mankind. Though his interpretations of the the Ten Commandments are a bit extreme, he does a good job explaining that the root of the problem is not the external Commandments themselves but the depravity of human hearts. He also does a good job explaining why we must make a personal decision for Christ, and that our Christian upbringing or church attendance will not justify us before God. The last section of the book deals with our privileges and responsibilities as Christians. He explains that as Christians we have an intimate and personal relationship with God due to Christ's sacrifice on the Cross. Also, he strongly believes that Christians can and should have assurance of their salvation and that all Christians (no matter what their spiritual progression/regression) have a secure relationship with the Father. He also points out that as Christians we not only have a responsibility to God, but also to the Church (loving and helping fellow believers) and the world (in evangelizing to the lost). The only dark spot about the book is that the author holds to lordship salvation. Overall, though, I would highly recommend this book to "babes in Christ" and mature believers.
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Summary: classic intro
Review: This is a great book which discusses Christianity's foundational beliefs. Just four parts. Jesus' person. Our sin and need for a savior. What Jesus did to rectify the situation. Our response to that work of Jesus. Very foundational, very good. If you are looking for another like it, read Lewis' Mere Christianity.
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Summary: An excellent book I will read again.
Review: This is one of the most precise to the point books on Christianity that I have read. Stott writes in a down to earth no extras way that keeps you on track with his message. I recommend this book to none Christians as well as mature Christians.
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