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The Radical Cross: Living the Passion of Christ

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This is simply a Great book by a Great author about a Great subject. This book is written for Christians that either want to be inspired or be reminded of the Christian Cross to stir up the passions within one's soul.

A concern was that the writing may be stilted, dated or out of style and therefore a drudgery to read but that was the furtherest from the truth. This book will certainly cause you to view the Cross with a passion that you may never have experienced and I write as a minister with over 30 years experience.

There are 7 sections each with 4 or 5 chapters that stand alone and therefore could be read as a devotional that is dedicated to the Radical Cross.

Chapter titles such as: The Cross is a Radical Thing; No One Wants to Die on a Cross; Coddled or Crucified; Dead in Christ and What Easter is About.

I challenge ANY believer to read this book that would like to have a new fire in their faith because it will be impossible not to be affected with this author's writing and understanding.

This is not a theological book, though there is theology, this is an inspirational book.

Read it and be inspired!!!

Be forewarned: After reading this book, you will be held accountable for its contents!

This book is NOT for those who are satisfied with their walk with God. I know this sounds "harsh," and "negative," but one can only say what is on one's heart.

Aiden W. Tozer did not play with God, and his writings enjoin us not to either. To him, the Christian walk was serious business and in no where else was this seriousness made more manifest than on Mount Calvary. There on that Mount, the greatest sacrifice that would ever be made, was made when the Just and Holy One gave His Life a ransom for many, that He might purify a people, zealous of good works, unto Himself.

This book needed no introduction, yet it has two which I feel are a distraction from what Rev. Tozer was trying to show us. This work did not need anyone to speek for it; the Holy Spirit Himself would bear witness. Nevertheless, this prophet of old's voice rang out against the "cross-less" Christianity he saw in his day, and which has gained in popularity in our day. Throught his simple words you can sense the Holy Spirit pleading with the professing Christian not to be satisfied with dead works, ceremony, sacramentalism, and form, but rather to lay one's life down, take up your/my cross, and follow Him daily; that we would partake of the greatness of the spiritual blessings in Christ Jesus by dying to self.

This book, along with The Pursuit of God, make great resources for one's own devotional life. I promise you as a sinner saved/kept by grace, that your walk with the LORD of ALL will not be the same if you take Tozer's words in these two books seriously.

Who knew that this collection of essays would become one of my favorite Tozer works? I enjoyed it so much, I have also bought it as a gift for others. Always speaking with clarity, conviction, and timeless relevance, Tozer really provides a priceless devotional work for the hungry Christian with these essays. Though better known for books such as "The Knowledge of the Holy" and "The Root of the Righteous," this book, along with "Of God and Man" are my personal favorites of Tozer's works. If you have not been introduced to his work, and are ready to challenge yourself with the authentic teachings, commands, and examples given by our Lord, then this is an excellent place to start your Tozer discovery.

"The Radical Cross" is yet another great title by AW Tozer and focuses on the supreme cost that Jesus Christ gave so we may have eternal life with Him in heaven. In Jesus Christ, we also can have the abundant life here on earth (though, not necessarily in physical riches).

Among some of the topics covered include:

1. Be careful of the church that tries to make you too comfortable.
2. There are times that Christ's followers must walk alone.
3. Jesus Christ came to die for all people.
4. Suffering for Christ's sake has a great purpose.
5. The Christian life is one of paradoxes that conflict with the world: to live we must die, to be victorious we must surrender to Christ, to be the greatest in God's kingdom we must serve others.

These are just a few of the topics covered so eloquently by Tozer. Although he died almost 50 years ago, his works still speak clearly to us today.

Read, enjoy, and be challenged.

Highly recommended.

I'm a huge fan of A.W. Tozer's writings. This was actually the first of Tozer's books that I've read...though it has become my favorite. I recommend this book to everyone. Though not written or intended to be a devotional, I read it as such. While each chapter may only be a few pages, those pages are full of revelation and meditation on the Cross of Jesus Christ. It has altered the way I view the cross. And has change my response to it, as well. Excellent, Excellent book!

AW Tozer's book the Radical Cross is such an important teaching tool that if I had eight or ten copies of it I would turn it into a small group Bible study. I highly recomend this book to anyone who wants to learn from one of the oldtimers of the faith. I believe that Mr. Tozer died in the 60's. Don't quote me on that though. His teaching is more recent and up to date than a lot of the preaching you'll hear on the radio or television.

AW Tozer was a godly man. I have never read one of his books without being convicted and that is a good thing. I fear that we have very few uncompromised preachers like him today which is sad.

An absolute great read. Tozer takes the revelation of the Cross to new heights & standards. He takes the Cross out of the arena of being "cute" & "sweet" & puts it back in it's intended position in Christianity. This is a definite MUST for your library.

This is one a book that will "radically" change your life. It will also tremendously improve your "walk" with Christ. Truly a must for every Born again Christian.