Here is the key to the thought of one of our time's most central moral figures. It reveals Bonhoeffer's deep, firm roots in Christian doctrine, and it relates that doctrine to decisions every Christian must face. Essential for those interested in the development of Bonhoeffer's thinking, Christ the Center is an important addition to Christological thought and a clear guide for belief and action…
There are few doctrines more difficult or divisive than election. With humility and grace, Piper argues for God's absolute sovereignty in salvation, explains challenging texts, and winsomely engages with key opponents
Suppose we hear an unknown man spoken of by many men. Suppose we were puzzled to hear that some men said he was too tall and some too short; some objected to his fatness, some lamented his leanness; some thought him too dark, and some too fair. One explanation ... would be that he might be an odd shape. But there is another explanation. He might be the right shape.. Perhaps (in short) this extr…