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The Reason for Jesus
Why Did God the Father Ransom You?
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What if the reason for Jesus wasn't just to save you from hell, but to bring you home to a Father who loves you more than you can imagine? This book reveals that the ultimate purpose of the cross is not just a ticket to heaven,...
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What if the reason for Jesus wasn't just to save you from hell, but to bring you home to a Father who loves you more than you can imagine? This book reveals that the ultimate purpose of the cross is not just a ticket to heaven, but an invitation into an intimate, life-changing relationship with the God who has always wanted you back.
In The Reason for Jesus, Charles Martin embarks on a profound exploration of faith's central question, moving beyond traditional understandings of salvation to uncover a deeper, more personal truth. That the ultimate purpose of Jesus's life, death, and resurrection is to restore humanity's intimate relationship with God, not just as a distant deity, but as a loving Father.
The Reason for Jesus invites readers to see beyond salvation as a simple ticket to heaven. Instead, it is presented as the doorway to an ongoing, intimate relationship with the Father—the very relationship Jesus himself experienced. Charles emphasizes that Jesus continually points to the Father, revealing His character, love, and heart for His people. Through concepts like "Abba" and a focus on God's steadfast love, the book dismantles the image of a performance-based God, replacing it with a portrait of a Father who beckons His children to draw near.
By blending personal stories of fatherhood and brokenness with a rich examination of scripture, Charles makes complex theological ideas accessible and deeply resonant. The book is an invitation to move past religious duty and into a transformative, grace-filled connection with the God who desires, above all, to be known as Father. It's a compelling read for anyone seeking to understand the heart behind the gospel and experience the profound love that motivated God's ultimate sacrifice.
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ISBN: 9781400360635
Publisher: Thomas Nelson Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 13 October 2026
Country: United States
Imprint: Thomas Nelson Publishers
Edition: ITPE Edition
Audience: General / adult
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Width: 152.0mm
Height: 229.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 224
About the Author
Charles Martin is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of thirteen novels. He and his wife, Christy, live in Jacksonville, Florida.
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