Bøger af Jerry Bridges

Dieu nous a donné le commandement d'ètre saints, car il est saint... Mais nombreuses sont les occasions où les chrétiens baissent les bras, victimes de cette guerre que mène le péché, qui décime les rangs, ou tout au mieux, incite les chrétiens à trouver une trève fragile, un compromis maigre et insatisfaisant avec le péché, surtout dans ses formes les plus difficiles. Pourquoi une vie sainte est-elle si rarement notre expérience ? Le problème fondamental auquel nous sommes confrontés réside, selon l'auteur, dans le fait que les chrétiens n'ont pas compris leur propre responsabilité envers le péché. Si nous péchons, écrit-il, c'est parce que nous avons choisi de pécher et non parce que nous sommes incapables de résister. Nous ne sommes pas vaincus, nous sommes tout simplement désobéissants . Que vous ayez entamé depuis longtemps cette recherche assidue d'une sainteté quotidienne réelle et vécue, ou que vous ayez peu réfléchi à cette question jusqu'à présent, les principes qu'expose ce livre vous encourageront et vous stimuleront à répondre à cet appel pressant de Dieu, à ce commandement auquel nous ne pouvons pas nous soustraire: Recherchez [...] la sanctification, sans laquelle personne ne verra le Seigneur (Hé 12.14).

Christians talk a lot about sin, especially "bad stuff" such as doing drugs or stealing. But what about the sins that Christians tend to overlook or tolerate in their own lives--"respectable" sins like pride, anger, and anxiety? Jesus died to set us free from sin, even the sneaky, respectable kind. But before that can happen, we have to get honest, which is what this book is all about. It's a chance to explore "good Christian sin" and what to do when you recognize it in your life.

Being a Christian is more than just coming to Christ; it's about growing and becoming more like Jesus. Bridges offers a clear and thorough explanation of the gospel and what it means to the believer. Includes full study guide.

When we are gripped by the astonishing fact of Christ's love for us, we want to draw close to Him and worship Him. But what can we do to deepen our relationship with Jesus? What does He expect of us? And how can we be more like Him? Navigator author Jerry Bridges presents the essential elements of Christian life in a highly readable, practical form that men, women, and teens can enjoy. Learn how to:¿Feed your spiritual life by taking in the Scriptures¿Rely on the Holy Spirit in obedience and prayer¿Trust God during the trials of life¿Contribute your unique spiritual gifts to serve othersThese essentials of the Christian faith can help you disciple others.

Over 200,000 copies soldYou are never beyond the reach of God's grace--or the need for it.Being a Christian is about more than just accepting salvation--it's about regularly becoming more like Jesus. This is hard work. As we struggle to become more like Christ, we can easily lose sight of grace in favor of the discipline we put ourselves through.It's time to take another look at the role we play--and God plays--in our growth as a Christian. Renowned author Jerry Bridges offers a clear and thorough explanation of the gospel and what it means to the believer. A must-read for Christians wanting to grow in their faith, this book will comfort and challenge you as you learn about the disciplines of: CommitmentConvictionsChoicesAdversityAnd moreEqually challenging and comforting, Bridges uses his relaxed, everyday style alongside hard-hitting truths. Now with an added study guide for personal use or group discussion so you can dive deeper into this staple of Jerry Bridges's classic collection."The writings of Jerry Bridges are a gift to the church. He addresses a relevant topic with the wisdom of a scholar and the heart of a servant." --Max Lucado, pastor and bestselling author

If you have ever heard the preaching of pastor Alistair Begg of Truth for Life Ministries, you know he has a Scottish brogue that seems to freshen every word he speaks. Now, Cruciform Press has teamed up with Alistair Begg to produce this beautiful, unabridged recording of what is quickly becoming a classic work from Jerry Bridges. This 2-CD product runs about 2.5 hours.

What Kind of Relationship Can You Have with Someone You Fear?For most of us, fear is something we try to avoid. And fearing God hardly sounds like an occasion for joy. But Jerry Bridges shows how the fear of the Lord is actually the key that opens the door to a life of true knowledge, wisdom, blessing, and joy.We all want a deeper, more intimate relationship with God-one that's characterized by joy. But how does fearing God lead to joy? After all, aren't we supposed to love Him and live in intimate relationship with Him? Jerry Bridges explores this paradox as he unpacks the biblical promise that God delights in those who fear Him. Join him as he unveils the awesome greatness of God-His incredible holiness, deep wisdom, and especially His inspiring love. You'll gain a deeper understanding of who God is that will draw you into a truly biblical, and surprisingly delightful, fear of God-a fear that includes your own genuine, heartfelt delight in God.You'll make the startling discovery that the fear of the Lord, far from being something to avoid, is the key to joyful, fulfilling, and genuine intimacy with God. It can change your relationship with God and change your life! Discover the surprising Joy of Fearing God!

Over 500,000 copies in print!"e;Godliness has value for all things."e; -1 Timothy 4:8 (NIV)How can you develop godly character? Bestselling author Jerry Bridges says that godliness is more than a character trait: "e;It is a foundational spiritual quality that makes the entire Christian life dynamic, effective, and pleasing to God."e; Growing in godliness is a twofold process. It involves an ever-deepening devotion to God and developing character that is steadily transformed into His likeness.In The Practice of Godliness, the sequel to the popular book The Pursuit of Holiness, readers will learn how laying an inward foundation of God-centeredness will permit them to build an outward structure of godliness. Character formation will never be the same! Discussion guide included.

What ever happened to sin?Have we become so preoccupied with the major sins of our society that we have lost sight of our need to deal with our own, more subtle sins? Jerry Bridges addresses a dozen clusters of specific "acceptable" sins that we tend to tolerate in ourselves--such as jealousy, anger, judgmentalism, selfishness, and pride.Jerry writes not from a height of spiritual accomplishment, but from the trenches of his own battles with sin. In his admonitions, Jerry offers a message of hope in the profound mercy of the gospel and the transforming grace of God as the means to overcome our "respectable sins."This edition is optimized for small-group study or Sunday school.

In this little book with a big message, the authors use "bookends" as an extended metaphor to help readers grasp two essentials for an authentic Christian life and a personal relationship with God. Now available in paperback.