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The newborn Christian: 114 readings from J.B. Phillips

The newborn Christian: 114 readings from J.B. Phillips is a compilation of selected excerpts from the writings of J.B. Phillips, a renowned Christian scholar and translator. The readings cover a range of topics pertinent to Christian life and belief, offering insights into the author's theological perspectives and spiritual wisdom. The book is designed for personal reflection and study, providing a source of inspiration for individuals seeking to deepen their understanding of Christian faith and practice. more

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John Bertram Phillips
John Bertram Phillips

John Bertram Phillips was a renowned author whose works spanned across various fields, including history, literature, and philosophy. Born on September 16, 1906, and passing away on July 21, 1982, Phillips had a prolific writing career that left a lasting impact on readers and scholars alike. more

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“Know the true value of time; snatch, seize, and enjoy every moment of it. No idleness, no laziness, no procrastination: never put off till tomorrow what you can do today.”

“Even those who have renounced Christianity and attack it, in their inmost being still follow the Christian ideal, for hitherto neither their subtlety nor the ardour of their hearts has been able to create a higher ideal of man and of virtue than the ideal given by Christ of old.”

“Fundamentally, our Lord's message was Himself. He did not come merely to preach a Gospel; He himself is that Gospel. He did not come merely to give bread; He said, "I am the bread." He did not come merely to shed light; He said, "I am the light." He did not come merely to show the door; He said, "I am the door." He did not come merely to name a shepherd; He said, "I am the shepherd." He did not come merely to point the way; He said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life."”

“Jesus Christ is to me the outstanding personality of all time, all history, both as Son of God and as Son of Man. Everything he ever said or did has value for us today and that is something you can say of no other man, dead or alive. There is no easy middle ground to stroll upon. You either accept Jesus or reject him.”