Galatians: Experiencing the Grace of Christ (John Stott Bible Studies) [Paperback]

John R. W. Stott (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1998 | Series: John Stott Bible Studies

In Christ we have salvation as a gift of grace. But what is our responsibility? Perhaps you are confused about the various requirements different Christians say accompany being a follower of Christ. Galatians raises this question of law: What rules should a Christian follow? Are we exempt through Christ? Studying Galatians helps us to understand what living out faith is all about.

Product Details

• Paperback: 64 pages
• Publisher: InterVarsity Press (June 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0830820345
• ISBN-13: 978-0830820344
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.3 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,487,665 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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John R. W. Stott is known worldwide as a preacher, evangelist and communicator of Scripture. For many years he served as rector of All Souls Church in London, where he carried out an effective urban pastoral ministry. A leader among evangelicals in Britain, the United States and around the world, Stott was a principal framer of the landmark Lausanne Covenant (1974). His many books, including Why I Am a Christian and The Cross of Christ, have sold millions of copies around the world and in dozens of languages. Whether in the West or in the Two-Thirds World, a hallmark of Stott's ministry has been expository preaching that addresses the hearts and minds of contemporary men and women. Stott was honored by Time magazine in 2005 as one of the "100 Most Influential People in the World."

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspires deep thought without being over the top, May 29, 2009

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This review is from: Galatians: Experiencing the Grace of Christ (John Stott Bible Studies) (Paperback)

My women's group was tired of the studies that are written "especially for women". We were ready to just get down to business, dive into the word and actually study the Bible! This study is refreshingly simple and short-winded yet still inspires deep thought and excellent conversations. In this book, interpretation is welcomed and then directed unmistakably toward Truth. This is an excellent study about the difference between being under the law versus under God's grace. Not intended for bashing legalism, it encourages Christian love and understanding toward the various places that Christians can land spiritually, with the intent of setting each of us free. This is a great study for both women and men alike.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Study Guide, October 12, 2006

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This review is from: Galatians: Experiencing the Grace of Christ (John Stott Bible Studies) (Paperback)

I'm a pastor who uses this study guide in my Galatians Small Group, and sometimes for sermon exegesis. One of the great things about this guide is that Stott asks a lot of great questions which build on each other. For a bible study leader, his questions are excellent discussion starters. Some of the most penetrating questions we have dealt with in our study of Galatians have come straight out of this guide.

I would recommend a different IVP author for a matching commentary...check out Ann Jervis on Galatians or Ron Fung (NICNT). Those two seem to be more interactive on the key issues throughout Galatians than Stott is in his commentary. But for a study guide, this one here is the best I have found. I recommend you get this. It will help you a lot!

The reason I recommend a commentary to go with this, is because Stott doesn't give a lot of information about Galatians in this book. It's important to note that this is not a commentary, only a study guide.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A good study for small groups, August 26, 2005

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John D. Cook (Thomson, GA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Galatians: Experiencing the Grace of Christ (John Stott Bible Studies) (Paperback)

This book is a study manual for small groups. John Stott adds comments from his own study as well as pointers from the meaning of Greek words. A teacher or study leader can use these pointers to foster deeper understanding and conversation about the texts under consideration.

Please realize this is a study guide and not a commentary. Each member of the group study will want to have their own book in order to write in their answers and reflections.