Christian Basics: Beginnings, Beliefs, and Behavior

By John R.W. Stott

Book Overview

Christian Basics has become a classic as both an accessible introduction to the Christian faith and a refresher course in Christianity's essentials. First published more than forty years ago, this affordable new edition has been completely redesigned. It includes end-of-chapter study guides and suggestions for further reading, and full-color photographs accent every chapter.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 080101185X
• ISBN13: 9780801011856
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Baker Pub Group
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.8" x 5.8"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

A great biblical resource

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.

A helpful book...

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. ****