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	• Living the Cross Centered Life: Keeping the Gospel the Main Thing C.J. Mahaney Multnomah Books, 2006 - 176 pages average customer review:based on 18 reviews view larger image
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highly recommended

Life-changing

Do you consider the cross of Jesus to be "the great and most glorious of all subjects," as John Stott calls it? Do your thoughts and affections confirm this? I must confess that too often, mine do not. Hours and days go by when the cross has become stale, unappreciated, or overshadowed by more exciting topics or more pressing concerns. And that is why Mahaney's book is so desperately needed.

After stressing the importance of the cross (Intro - ch. 2), Mahaney explains its meaning (chs. 3-5), revisits its most poignant scenes (chs. 6-8), and shows how it is incredibly practical for us today. He teaches that only the cross can give meaning and hope to our suffering (ch. 9), offer assurance and joy (ch. 10), freedom from the law (ch. 11), and a clean conscience (ch. 12). The book closes with some practical suggestions on how to cultivate a more cross-centered mindset (ch. 13) and a final plea to keep the gospel the main thing (ch. 14).

Those who have seen or heard C. J. Mahaney know this is not mere theoretical information. It is intensely practical, fiery truth that has been impressed upon his own heart. I believe the same could be said of Mahaney that was once said of the Apostle Paul: that he has "determined to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ, and Him crucified" (1 Cor. 2:2). And for that reason, I believe Mahaney is uniquely qualified to write this book.

This is one of those rare, life-changing books. "Living the Cross-Centered Life" has helped me see all of Scripture, and interpret all of life, through the lens of the gospel. On this day and every day, may we never leave the foot of the cross.

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changed the way I read the scriptures

This book has had a profound impact on my life. After reading this, whenever I open the scriptures I see the gospel in all its glory. It has not only changed the way I look at myself, but also at others. Most importantly, it has deepened my relationship with my Saviour. I am in the process of ordering a number of gift copies for those in ministry. At twice the price, this would be a bargin. There is a nugget of truth on almost every page. I am reading it through the second time savouring and reflecting each nugget as it relates to scripture. This deserves 10 stars!!

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Great challenge in this book that's worth the read to find!

This book is extremely helpful in several different ways. First, it highlights the importance of what Jesus did for us on the cross. Second, it helps you to actually meditate on those truths--not to just gloss over them. And third--and this is the biggie--is that it poses a direct challenge that I have never heard anywhere else but is literally changing the way I live my life: Do I think about the grace of God for me in the cross more than anything else in my life? And I should--in fact to put other things first may invite a form of idolatry! wow--what a perspective! Just to discover this gem is more than worth the price of the book--and then you can take that awesome truth and build your life upon it.

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Helping You Dwell on What is Most Important

At the start of every school year, the administrators at the school I work at gift us with a book. Living the Cross Centered Life was the book we were given for the 2007-2008 school year. It combines two of C.J. Mahaney's books, The Cross Centered Life and Christ Our Mediator, plus new material is given. I've actually read The Cross Centered Life a couple times so I had already read much of Living the Cross Centered Life. Despite that, this is a book worth rereading. This book helps you remember what the Christian life is all about - a life centered on the cross of Christ. I highly recommend it. 1 Corinthians 1:23a

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What Really Matters

Have the extremities taken over and left the core of your faith forgotten? Do you get confused by what you feel versus what is real? Let dynamic pastor C. J. Mahaney strip away the nonessentials and bring you back to the simplest, most fundamental reason for your faith: Jesus Christ. This book is packed with powerful truth that will grip your heart, clear your mind, and invigorate your soul. Chapters include ?Breaking the Rules of Legalism,? ?The Cross Centered Day,? and ?Assurance and Joy.? Get ready to behold a breathtaking view of what God intends to accomplish in and through you every day. You?ll discover how embracing this cross centered life is both our highest privilege and greatest responsibility.

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Combines the C. J. Mahaney favorites The Cross Centered Life and Christ Our Mediator with new material.

His Gift, Your Hope

Do you desire more passion for Jesus Christ? Return to the very essence of your faith?the cross of Christ. Here, the deepest truths of Calvary will stir your passion for Him into an unquenchable fire.

?Never lay it aside. Never move on,? says C. J. Mahaney, who shows you how to center every day around the life-giving reality of the gospel and how to escape the pitfalls of legalism, condemnation, and feelings-driven faith.

One center, countless radical changes.

?Every Timothy needs a Paul. C. J. Mahaney is mine?and this book contains his life-message. Read it yourself, and let God realign your life.?

Joshua Harris

Pastor and bestselling author

?With tenderness and power, C. J. illustrates the critical difference between snacking on the benefits of the cross and surveying the wonders of the cross. This is a must and magisterial read!?

Scotty Smith, senior pastor, Christ Community Church

Franklin, Tennessee

Story Behind the Book

C. J. Mahaney?s The Cross Centered Life and Christ Our Mediator are life-changing books whose unique messages are even more powerful when combined. Living the Cross Centered Life is a careful melding of these two books with new content as well. For readers who have not yet discovered the stand-alone books, or for Mahaney fans ready to cherish their favorites in a new package, this book is sure to become a treasured classic.

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