During his twenty-plus years in ministry, author Wayne Barber has seen believers try to do what they will never be able to do. They never seem to get over the frustration Paul expressed in Romans when he said "when I want to do good, I don't . . . when I try to not do wrong, I do it anyway." Wayne Barber believes this ongoing angst is due to a lack of real heart understanding (not just mental ascent) when it comes to understanding grace. Grace is not merely a salvation ingredient, but an ongoing requirement for Christian living.The key to joyful Christianity is surrendering to Christ, letting His righteousness flow through us rather than feeling the need to impress Him and earn His approval. Too many of us put ourselves back under law at the cost of our own futility and frustration, succumbing to a performance mentality. Once we come to an understanding how totally rotten and irreparable our flesh is, we can begin to see the only thing good about us is who Christ is inside us.
This is the most inspirational book I have ever read. Many Christians do not realize the freedom in letting Christ do through them what they cannot do on their own. That's what the Christian life is all about! Letting Jesus be Himself in us, and thus showing the world His love. This is a must read for anyone feeling frustrated with their Christian life, or just in need of encouragement. Once you have read this book, pass it on to someone else who may need it. You will be truly blessed!!!
Worth reading if you want to get closer to Christ
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
I received this book as a gift from a dear friend who I served with as a Marine sniper in Vietnam. I find it inspiring and touching if you are on a path to get closer to Christ. The Author is a Minister of many years and he weaves those years in pursuit of a relationship with the Savior into his work.
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