Basic Christianity: Fiftieth Anniversary Edition

John Stott's apologetic book Basic Christianity is a short and clear introduction to the Christian faith. It is profitable to read this book to shore-up your own beliefs about the faith, and it is also a very helpful resource to use to introduce the faith to those who are interested in Christianity. [close]

This great little book provides a wonderful introduction to Christian doctrine. Stott's writing is fluid, clear and accessible. It's not dumbed down, and it's not too academic. Stott has avoided the pitfall of sounding "too British" for some American readers. It's just right for the average person, in my view, but it demands a reader who is willing to think. Unlike some theological writing, Stott's is by no means dry. His wording is colorful and accurate, and he has a way of creating word-pictures that should appeal to men and women, young and old. If I were to teach a class for "newbies" at church, or to lead a discussion group on the basics, this is the book I'd choose.

Stott's Basic Christianity is a very practical, easy-to-read introduction to the Christian life. Who is God? Who is Christ? What is sin? What does being a Christian mean? These are all very basic, fundamental questions that are answered in a no-nonsense, straightforward way. For those who have been Christians for some time, it is always good to review the basic fundamentals. Sometimes you see things possibly in a way that you never did before. Stott's explanation of the Ten Commandments and their application is by itself worth the price of the book. Basic Christianity is a small book, but loaded with helpful information.

This book explains the bare bones tenets of the Christian faith which are shared by all Christian denominations. Stott separates the basic foundations of Christianity from all of the dogma and "extras" added in by different denominations.

For those skeptics who desire to have a purpose in life and who turn to Christianity for possible answers, but who don't want to "compromise" their intellect by believing in the "impossible," John Stott's book, "Basic Christianity," is an absolute MUST READ! Our God is one of intellect and logic as much as He is one of miraculous splendor. He gave us a thinking mind as well as a feeling heart, and he intends us to use them both when seeking Him. If one truly opens his/her mind and heart, the God of the Holy Scriptures will satisfy both. John Stott is a very well-educated man who wants to communicate the gospel in its entire intellectual and spiritual truth, and he will not leave one with unanswered questions.