The Gospel for Real Life - by Jerry Bridges (Paperback)

About the Book

See for yourself how the gospel is more than eternal salvation--it sets you free from sin's defeat and empowers you to experience God's abundant life.

Book Synopsis

The gospel provides for our eternal salvation, but how does it benefit us day to day? Find out from Navigator author Jerry Bridges how the gospel transforms you daily into Christlikeness. Learn more about the character of God and the character of Jesus as you explore this book on your own or with a discipleship partner. Includes study guide with discussion questions.

From the Back Cover

What difference does the gospel make? The gospel of Jesus Christ is the door to eternal life, but what difference does it make once we're inside God's kingdom? Jerry Bridges says the gospel is the very lifeblood of our walk with God. Without doubt it is the key to our salvation, but it is also the power for our daily progress in holiness. The Gospel for Real Life will help you: -Experience freedom from the grip of sin and know the joy of pursuing holiness -Revel in God's acceptance of you and participate in His grace as a daily reality -Expose the subtle acids of legalism in your life and enjoy the liberty of the cross -Discover how to "preach the gospel to yourself daily" and so partake of its continuous transforming power -Carry the true fullness of the gospel to a desperately needy world around you This new paperback edition includes a study guide to help you experience every day "the unsearchable riches of Christ" that are available to us in the gospel.

About the Author

JERRY BRIDGES is an author and Bible teacher. His books include The Discipline of Grace, The Practice of Godliness, and The Pursuit of Holiness (all NavPress). Jerry is currently a part of The Navigators' collegiate ministry group. He and his wife, Jane, live in Colorado Springs, Colorado.