The life of Jesus Christ takes on fresh clarity and meaning in this masterful work by Dwight Pentecost. The words, the miracles, and overarching message of the Messiah come alive in flowing and detailed chronology, set against the cultural, political, and religious setting of his day. You'll gain new understanding of why Jesus came, how he operated, and what he accomplished. Above all, you'll acquire a deeper appreciation for the love that guided his path, beginning in a manger in Bethlehem, leading through three and a half years of ministry that ended abruptly at the cross on Golgotha, and blazing forth in eternal triumph at the resurrection. Drawing liberally on the works of others who have written about Christ, such as Alfred Edersheim, J. W. Shepherd, W. Graham Scroggie, and Frederick Faraar, Dr. Pentecost reveals in his own writing a familiarity with the subject that comes from years of teaching. Yet he writes, not as one who knows all there is to know about Christ, but with the restraint of one who knows that Jesus is to be worshiped and adored as the great King, and that no book can do more than begin to tell all the wonders of his being and his love.

Traces the events of Jesus’ life from his birth to his ascension. Frequently cites the best of other works written about Christ. Contains an expanded outline of the life of Christ, historical and geographical background material, indexes, and studies.

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Reviewed by Patricia Bettis (Lake Charles, LA), March 07, 2010

My Sunday School teacher recommended this book to use when studying the Sunday School lesson. It is a great resource to have. I'm glad I took his advice.

Reviewed by Richard Greene (Prestonsbrug, Kentucky), March 27, 2009

As with any Pentecost work, this is an excellent offering. Words and Works provides an intensive look into the Jesus of the Gospels. You will find a thorough treatment of the life of Jesus and the importance of His works relating to the proclaimation, postponement and promise of the kingdom He came to establish. This book is good for anyone from the casual reader to the serious Bible scholar wishing to learn more of the truths of the life and times of Jesus.

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