The Character of Christ
Christ the Center
English - July 14, 2023 05:00 - 45.6 MB - ★★★★★ - 115 ratingsChristianity Religion & Spirituality reformed theology presbyterian van til biblical vos confession covenant Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
In this episode, we speak with Jonathan Landry Cruse, author of The Character of Christ, a thought-provoking book that explores the character of Christ and the fruit of the Spirit. Join us as we consider the profound concepts of love, joy, and peace, and discover how Jesus embodies these virtues and offers them to us. […]
In this episode, we speak with Jonathan Landry Cruse, author of The Character of Christ, a thought-provoking book that explores the character of Christ and the fruit of the Spirit. Join us as we consider the profound concepts of love, joy, and peace, and discover how Jesus embodies these virtues and offers them to us. Cruse shares insights into the true source of joy, practical strategies for cultivating the fruit of the Spirit, and a deeper understanding of the transformative power of Christ’s love. Don’t miss this engaging conversation that will inspire and encourage you in your walk with Christ.
Rev. Cruse is Pastor of Community Presbyterian Church (OPC) in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
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Chapters
00:00:07 Introduction 00:02:14 Background on Jonathan Landry Cruse 00:09:35 Books and Hymns by the Author 00:12:28 The Beginnings of This Book 00:15:29 This Is Not a How-To Book but a “He-Did” Book 00:22:48 Godly Characteristics as Facets of a Diamond 00:34:25 The Role of the Affections 00:38:03 The Source of True Joy 00:43:35 Peace as Reconciliation 00:50:37 Cultivating Fruitfulness in the Christian Life 00:53:59 The Fruit of Self-Control 00:59:59 How to Approach This Book 01:03:50 Conclusion
Participants: Camden Bucey, Jonathan Landry Cruse