Like Nicodemus we need to realize our efforts are inadequate to prepare us for the afterlife, instead we must trust exclusively in the substitutionary work of Christ.
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Here are some books that may assist you in a deeper study of the truths presented in this sermon. While Pastor Mike cannot endorse every concept presented in each book, he does believe these resources will be helpful in profitably thinking through this sermon’s topic.
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- Bruce, F. F. The New Testament Documents: Are They Reliable? Eerdmans, 2010.
- Carson, D. A. The Gagging of God: Christianity Confronts Pluralism. Zondervan, 1996.
- Chantry, Walter J. Today’s Gospel: Authentic or Synthetic? Banner of Truth, 1970.
- Craig, William Lane. Reasonable Faith: Christian Truth and Apologetics. Crossway, 1984.
- Fabarez, Mike. Getting It Right: The Real Problem and God’s Perfect Solution. Focal Point, 2011.
- MacArthur, John. The Gospel According to Jesus: What is Authentic Faith? Zondervan, 2008.
- McGrath, Alister. Intellectuals Don’t Need God and Other Modern Myths. Zondervan, 1993.
- Nash, Ronald H. Is Jesus the Only Savior? Zondervan, 1994.
- Pache, Rene. The Inspiration and Authority of Scripture. Moody Press, 1969.
- Packer, J. I. Knowing God. InterVarsity Press, 1973.
- Schaeffer, Francis A. The Finished Work of Christ: The Truth of Romans 1 – 8. Crossway Books, 1998.
- Sproul, R. C. Faith Alone: The Evangelical Doctrine of Justification. Baker Books, 1995.
- Stott, John R. W. The Cross of Christ. InterVarsity Press, 1986.
- White, James R. The God Who Justifies. Bethany House, 2001.