The Truth About Grace

John MacArthur’s The Truth About Grace should be on the “must read” list for every Christian, especially those who have questions about the awesome, but somewhat mysterious quality of God’s grace.  Beginning with the definitions of grace and ending with the “ongoing work of grace in the Christian’s rebellious life,” MacArthur emphasizes God’s great love for humanity.

God’s saving grace frees people from sin; we cannot accomplish this by our own efforts. Although this concept is difficult for many to comprehend, Pastor MacArthur clearly explains the plan of salvation: “by faith alone, through grace alone, in Christ alone.”  His discussion includes many scriptural examples such as Jesus’ feeding the five thousand and Naaman’s leprosy cure.  The life and teachings of Paul are also described.  MacArthur additionally has a message for the church of today:  beware of false teachers who “often deliberately conceal themselves within the heart of the evangelical mainstream.”

This relatively short, easily read paperback book is easy to carry in briefcase or purse for a few free moments of meditation.  It can also be an excellent devotional study with an open Bible handy to look up the many verses cited by MacArthur.

Written by a noted and well-respected pastor and author, this book is part of “The Truth About” series. It is highly recommended as a Biblically based and straightforward explanation of salvation.

I was given a complimentary copy of this book to read and  review. I was not required to write a positive review and the opinions expressed here are my own.