Summary of John F. MacArthur's The Gospel According to Jesus - E-book - ePub

Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 The central and distinguishing article of Christianity is the claim that Jesus Christ is Lord. The belief that someone could be a Christian while maintaining a stubborn refusal to surrender to Christ as Lord is a notion that cannot be found in any credible volume of Christian doctrine or devotion. #2 The word Lord is often translated as Master in the New Testament, and it is used to describe someone with absolute power over their subjects.
It is used to describe Christ as Lord. #3 The word doulos, when used in the New Testament, refers to slavery. It describes someone who lacks personal freedom and personal rights, and whose very existence is defined by his service to another. #4 Being a Christian means being dedicated to serving someone. We were bought with a price, and that price was the precious blood of Christ. We were purchased for God with the blood of Christ, and this is the essence of what it means to be a Christian.