All of Grace

I was never a big fan of Spurgeon, but his writings, like this book are growing on me. All of Grace explained much of how the Christian faith works. Spurgeon walks step-by-step how God calls us to Himself, points out where we have disobeyed Him (sin), and how God provides a way to restore that broken relationship. All of Grace fills in so many gaps that we often gloss over in today's theological presentations.Spurgeon's text is actually a great vaccine against today's man-centered theology. He reminds us that we do not rely on feelings or anything but the word of God for our motivation. He reminds us that God not only provides the way to salvation (through repentance for our sin and acceptance that Jesus paid the price for sin in our place), but also continues changing us to be less like our selfish, emotional selves and more like Christ.The language is plain, but the style may take some getting used to, but All of Grace should be near the top of everyone's reading list soon.

I have an unabridged copy of this book. But this version is not only abridged, but it does not say that it is abridged, and yet it is a *poorly* abridged version with glaring mistakes. On page 10, for example, I found the following malformed sentence: 'He knows that "all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags," and, therefore the Lord Jesus did not come into the world to look after goodness and righteousness with him, and to bestow them upon persons who have none of them.' What does this misstatement mean, "the Lord Jesus did not come into the world to look after goodness and righteousness with him...?" Not only is that unintelligible, but it wrongly coveys the intent of the author's original and very clear sentence. The unacknowledged "abridged" version of this text mangles the truth of the original sentence made clear by C.H.S. In another place, I found the lowercase "i" used for the pronoun, "I". Moreover, this book is labeled as "copyright" material. But why copy uncopyrighted text, modify it with mistakes, and then copyright it? I do not recommend this book in its present version.

The title of chapter three is 'God Justifies The Ungodly'.Spurgeon wonders if some are surprised at that statement.Romans 4:5a says that very thing-'To him that works not,but believes on him that justifies the ungodly...'.The grace of God is not for the righteous(that is those who are righteous in their own sight).God's salvation is not for those who are pure and holy,but it is for those who are ungodly(they are aware of their sinful condition and know that they need a Savior or they will perish).The beginning of God's saving work,in an individual's consciousness,makes them aware they are unclean before a holy God and they need to rescued from that state.The God of the Bible justifies the ungodly but he does not leave them in that condition-"If,however,you are troubled about the power of sin...and about the tendencies of your nature... ". The 19th Century Minister of the Gospel points those who are troubled about their sinful nature to 'The Promise Of God' in Ezekiel 36:26a-'A new heart also will I give you,and a new spirit I will put within you.' When God saves a person they now have both the desire and the ability(God helping them by His Spirit)to walk in God's ways(not perfectly but purposefully).When they sin or fall short of God's standard of what is right,there is forgiveness with God through the atoning blood of his son.Everyone that God justifies he also sanctifies.C.H.Spurgeon was one of God's mighty servants who longed to see sinners saved by God's Almighty Grace.His work 'The Soul Winner' is one of the great classics on God's work in salvation,that God's faithful ministers,in particular, and every believer,in general,should be engaged in,at varying levels according to grace,gift,and their level of spiritual maturity.Spurgeon's heart to see 'The Lost' won to Christ is revealed in his concluding exhortation to sinners-"Meet me in heaven".His 'All Of Grace' is a simple,powerful presentation of the Gospel of 'The Grace Of God' and is a very helpful book to use to help gather in God's lost sheep.

2021 Reads: 02/52Rating: 4.5/5Book: All of GraceAuthor: Charles Haddon SpurgeonAll of Grace is a simple yet captivating presentation of the gospel of grace. Writing to win the lost, Spurgeon presents the good news of salvation explaining each element much like one would explain every angle and cut of a diamond. He writes, "nothing short of your finding Christ and Heaven is the business aimed at here."Affirming God's sovereignty in salvation, Spurgeon explains that our only hope is the Person and finished work of Christ. Throughout this book, he addresses and debunks the common objections––exposing their futility and emphasising God's amazing grace. He writes, "I cannot make this change,” says one. Who said you could? The Scripture which we have quoted speaks not of what man will do, but of what God will do. It is God’s promise, and it is for Him to fulfil His own engagements. Trust in Him to fulfil His Word to you, and it will be done."Spurgeon's book, All of Grace is not only an excellent book for a non-Christian but even the most mature of believers, for it is no loss to meditate upon the glorious truths of the gospel. One's faith is strengthened; one's love for Christ deepened; one's pride humbled, and one's sanctification advanced. He writes, "If Christ has died for me, ungodly as I am, without strength as I am, then I cannot live in sin any longer, but must arouse myself to love and serve Him who hath redeemed me. I cannot trifle with the evil which slew my best Friend. I must be holy for His sake. How can I live in sin when He has died to save me from it?"This book certainly imparts a large measure of grace; and thus, I highly recommend one read it.

Spurgeon is a master. His style is easy to read and abundantly clear. This is probably the simplest and most complete presentation of the Gospel I have found. I have read it twice and heard it on audio books once. I sent it to my beloved nephew to encourage him.

Fantastic product. The look, feel and size is fantastic. But more importantly the content is uplifting, gospel centred and so important to read. The blurb says about how important this message is today and that cannot be overstated. I love this book and it is one I will be rereading again and again. Thank you for bringing C.H Sprugeons classic to me in this form. I love it!

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Great book

Anything by Spurgeon is well worth reading, however this small book hasn't had me enthralled, as have, his other works.

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