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The Prodigal God
Recovering the heart of the Christian faith
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See moreTimothy Keller focuses on Jesus' best-known parable - the prodigal son - as a paradigm for the central messages of Christianity: grace, hope and salvation
Timothy Keller focuses on Jesus' best-known parable - the prodigal son - as a paradigm for the central messages of Christianity: grace, hope and salvation
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In The Prodigal God, New York pastor Timothy Keller uses the story of the prodigal son to shine a light on the central, beautiful message of Jesus: the gospel of grace, hope, and salvation. Keller argues that the parable of the prodigal son, while Jesus's best-known parable, is also his least understood.
He introduces the reader to all the characters in this timeless story, showing that it concerns not just a wayward son, but also a judgemental older brother and, most importantly, a loving father.
This short but powerful book is a reminder to the faithful, an explanation to the seeker, and finally an invitation to all—both older and younger brothers—to enter into the unique, radical nature of the gospel: the reckless, spendthrift love of God.
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Praised as a pioneering voice for urban Christians by Christianity Today, Keller’s work offers a vital and stirring exploration of Christian faith, described as much needed by Evangelicals Now.
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ISBN: 9780340979983
Publisher: John Murray Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 15 October 2009
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Hodder Faith
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 120g
Pages: 160
About the Author
Timothy J. Keller is an American author, speaker and the founding pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church (PCA) in New York City.
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