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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
In The Cross of Jesus Christ Is Rugged Because of His Blood, readers are invited on a meaningful journey that begins at Golgotha and takes them through the exciting events of Pentecost, the birth of the early church, and God's ongoing plan of redemption in the universe. From the brutal cross stained with blood to the victorious dawn of the empty tomb, each chapter offers vivid stories and reflections on Christ's sacrifice, encouraging a heartfelt encounter with the divine exchange that changes lives.
Drawing deeply from Scripture and church history, this story shows how Jesus' blood did more than forgive-it created a new, diverse community-Jew and Gentile, rich and poor, slave and free-brought together by grace rather than social divides. These pages emphasize the radical unity that formed beneath the cross, illustrating how early followers shared everything, endured persecution with steadfast faith, and boldly took the gospel into hostile lands, sparking movements that changed the world.
Beyond history, this book emphasizes the relevance of the cross today. It encourages readers to 'take up their cross' in their own walk of faith-welcoming humility, sacrificial love, and a readiness to suffer for justice and mercy. Practical reflections throughout help believers navigate trials, offering a theology of suffering rooted in God's redemptive purpose and helping the heart endure with hope rather than despair. But the scope of Christ's blood extends beyond individual change-it is cosmic.
Throughout the book, there are vivid descriptions of creation longing for redemption, believers called to care for the earth, pursue justice for others, and look forward to the new heavens and new earth, where God will wipe away every tear. The cross stands as the central point around which the entire universe revolves, revealing God's plan to restore all things under Christ's lordship. Interwoven with each chapter are powerful character snapshots-Mary at the cross, Peter's remorse turning into bold proclamation, Stephen's martyrs' gaze fixed on heaven-bringing theological truths to life through stories of faith, failure, and renewal.
These profiles remind us that the cross speaks to every human experience: betrayal, doubt, triumph, and every moment in between. Stylistically, the book combines compelling storytelling with clear, insightful explanations. Readers will feel transported to historic Jerusalem, the quiet upper room, and the vast mission fields, while taking important pauses to meditate on truth.
Reflection questions at the end of each chapter help small groups and individuals apply the rugged power of the cross to their families, workplaces, and communities. Finally, The Cross of Jesus Christ Is Rugged Because of His Blood goes beyond history and theology-it is an invitation to stand at the foot of the cross, to absorb its grace, and to become part of the ongoing story of redemption that God continues to write today.
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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
In The Cross of Jesus Christ Is Rugged Because of His Blood, readers are invited on a meaningful journey that begins at Golgotha and takes them through the exciting events of Pentecost, the birth of the early church, and God's ongoing plan of redemption in the universe. From the brutal cross stained with blood to the victorious dawn of the empty tomb, each chapter offers vivid stories and reflections on Christ's sacrifice, encouraging a heartfelt encounter with the divine exchange that changes lives.
Drawing deeply from Scripture and church history, this story shows how Jesus' blood did more than forgive-it created a new, diverse community-Jew and Gentile, rich and poor, slave and free-brought together by grace rather than social divides. These pages emphasize the radical unity that formed beneath the cross, illustrating how early followers shared everything, endured persecution with steadfast faith, and boldly took the gospel into hostile lands, sparking movements that changed the world.
Beyond history, this book emphasizes the relevance of the cross today. It encourages readers to 'take up their cross' in their own walk of faith-welcoming humility, sacrificial love, and a readiness to suffer for justice and mercy. Practical reflections throughout help believers navigate trials, offering a theology of suffering rooted in God's redemptive purpose and helping the heart endure with hope rather than despair. But the scope of Christ's blood extends beyond individual change-it is cosmic.
Throughout the book, there are vivid descriptions of creation longing for redemption, believers called to care for the earth, pursue justice for others, and look forward to the new heavens and new earth, where God will wipe away every tear. The cross stands as the central point around which the entire universe revolves, revealing God's plan to restore all things under Christ's lordship. Interwoven with each chapter are powerful character snapshots-Mary at the cross, Peter's remorse turning into bold proclamation, Stephen's martyrs' gaze fixed on heaven-bringing theological truths to life through stories of faith, failure, and renewal.
These profiles remind us that the cross speaks to every human experience: betrayal, doubt, triumph, and every moment in between. Stylistically, the book combines compelling storytelling with clear, insightful explanations. Readers will feel transported to historic Jerusalem, the quiet upper room, and the vast mission fields, while taking important pauses to meditate on truth.
Reflection questions at the end of each chapter help small groups and individuals apply the rugged power of the cross to their families, workplaces, and communities. Finally, The Cross of Jesus Christ Is Rugged Because of His Blood goes beyond history and theology-it is an invitation to stand at the foot of the cross, to absorb its grace, and to become part of the ongoing story of redemption that God continues to write today.