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The Character of Christ

The Fruit of the Spirit in the Life of Our Saviour

Author

Jonathan Landry Cruse

Category Theology Books

Rated 5.00 out of 5 based on 2 customer ratings

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Weight	.4 lbs
Dimensions	7.13 × 4.75 × .375 in
Topic	Fruit of the Spirit, Jesus Christ, Sanctification
Binding	Paperback
Format	Book
Page Count	162
ISBN	9781800403321
Banner Pub Date	Jun 13, 2023

Book Description

Author Jonathan Landry Cruse examines the godly attributes of the fruit of the Spirit in the Lord’s example and shows us that we can bear true fruit for God only by our union to the the life-giving Vine.

Most experienced Christians are familiar with the fruit of the Spirit listed in Galatians. Love, peace, patience, and so on are often considered both gracious marks of true Christian character and ideals to aim for. But what do they look like when lived to the fullest?

The Character of Christ answers this question by studying the fullness of the fruit of the Spirit in the life of Christ. In a warm and engaging style, Jonathan Landry Cruse examines Christ’s example, comparing them with our own faltering efforts at holiness. He roots the reader firmly in the Scriptures, revealing the work of bearing the fruit of the Spirit is God’s work, not ours – and this is good news for all those who yearn for greater sanctification.

Excellent for Small Groups

Helpful questions for each chapter are included in the back of the book to aid discussion in family worship or small group settings.

Practical and Applicable: Jonathan Landry Cruse avoids viewing the fruit of the Spirit a ‘to do’ list, while also avoiding the error of making it a merely theoretical idea which has no practical application in the life of the Christian.
Accessible: Written in a conversational and pastoral tone, The Character of Christ is warm and engaging, making it an excellent book for private worship, family worship, and small groups.
Points the reader to Jesus: Rather than focusing on ‘working harder’ or ‘being better,’ Jonathan Landry Cruse is constantly pointing his readers to the Saviour and his perfect embodiment and fulfillment of the fruit of the Spirit.

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	Acknowledgements	xi
	Introduction: This Is Not a How-to Book	1
	Biblical and Christological Background	4
	His Spirit, Our Spirit	8
1	The Love of God Made Manifest	13
	Defining Love	15
	Discovering Love	16
	- Jesus’ love is willing and ready	19
	- Jesus’ love is sacrificial	22
	- Jesus’ love is gracious	23
	- Jesus’ love is merciful	24
	Desiring Love	26
2	The Joy of Your Master	29
	The Embodiment of Joy	29
	The Source of Joy	33
	- A false source of joy	34
	- The true source of joy	36
	The Permanence of Joy	38
	The Place of Joy	43
3	He Himself Is Our Peace	47
	Eternal Peace	49
	Internal Peace	51
	External Peace	57
4	Consider Him Who Endured	63
	Forbearance	65
	- Repent	69
	- Represent	71
	Long-suffering	72
5	When Kindness Appeared	77
	Kindness Incarnate	80
	Three Scenes	81
	- Kindly feeding	82
	- Kindly healing	83
	- Kindly forgiving	85
	Just Be Kind?	87
6	‘Why Do You Call Me Good?’	91
	Goodness in Creation and Providence	93
	Goodness in Question	95
	Goodness in Redemption	97
	Goodness in Me	101
7	Faithful to Him Who Appointed Him	105
	The ‘What’ of Christ’s Faithfulness	107
	- He manifested God’s name	109
	- He preached God’s word	110
	- He kept God’s people	110
	- Objection(s)!	111
	The ‘So What?’ of Christ’s Faithfulness	114
8	‘I Am Gentle’	119
	Two Characteristics	120
	- Gentleness	121
	- Lowliness	124
	An Imperative	125
	An Invitation	128
9	‘Not My Will but Yours Be Done’	133
	What It Is	134
	Why We Need It	136
	How We Get It	139
	- The life of Jesus	139
	- The life of faith	142
	Conclusion: Beautiful Saviour, Beautiful Saints	147
	For Further Study and Discussion	155

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Rated 5 out of 5

Luke – April 16, 2023

Wonderful little book!
Rated 5 out of 5

Sam – July 25, 2023

There are not many books that just let you see Jesus. This book does that, therefore it should be among the top reads for 2023. While reading, it has brought about meditation, awe, and worship. Understanding the Spirit and His fruit is important and a blessing, but seeing it lived out in the life of Christ is amazing. Seeing Jesus as the man who walked in the fullness of the fruit of the Spirit has led to tears of joy and conviction of the ebb of the fruit in my own life. Don’t let this book pass you by. As the author says, ‘this is not a how to book.’ See and savor Christ and the Holy Spirit and their work in your life.

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Book Description Author Jonathan Landry Cruse examines the godly attributes of the fruit of the Spirit in the Lord’s example and shows us that we can bear true fruit for God only by our union to the the life-giving Vine. Most experienced Christians are familiar with the fruit of the Spirit listed in Galatians. Love, […]