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Christian Basics: An Invitation to Discipleship

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In essentials, Christians are to be unifed, according to the apostle, Paul. Within the Body of Christ, there are a wide range of beliefs, however. This has lead to many "tares" springing up amid the "wheat" of the church, ranging from outre beliefs that try to glue Christ onto abberant ideas to those who think all they must do to be Christian is show up once a week, toss coins in the plate, and recite rote prayers, if that much.

John Stott clears up exactly what is vital for Christians to believe and do to truly be Christian. He defines the Trinity, Person by Person, explains the basic sacraments, tells why prayer and Bible reading are important, etc. In the end, there is a section of prayers to get you started in making this basic habit a part of your life.

**** For both new and old believers, this book will be helpful. It could also be an evangelism tool to show the "lost" the true path in an easy to follow manner. ****

Many people attending churches today do not understand why. Why do we do it this way. Why do we believe this. In this book, John Stott gives us the answers to a lot of "why" questions. There is not a page in this book that is wasted on fluff or feel-good theology. It is packed tightly with good Biblically sound information. I read this my self, and then used it to teach an Adult Sunday School Class. This was a chance for many people to go back and review what they have learned, or learn what they should have been taught 20 years ago. For the new Christian it is a great overview of some of the basic beliefs and practices of the Christian Faith.

Break book to answer questions and point you to resources for developing a better understanding of the bible and it's place in the Christian way of life.

Using it right now as a basis for confirmation for my son and it is opening doors to education and information that I do not have the adeptness and depth to provide.