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Questions of life by Nicky Gumbel [rare books]

Questions of life by Nicky Gumbel [rare books]

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Questions of Life by Nicky Gumbel is a widely acclaimed introduction to the Christian faith, serving as the foundational text for the Alpha Course—a global series designed to explore life's big questions in a welcoming, conversational setting.

In this 240-page book, Gumbel addresses 15 essential questions that probe the meaning of life, the nature of God, and the teachings of Jesus. Each chapter corresponds to a session in the Alpha Course and is designed to be accessible to those with little or no prior knowledge of Christianity. The chapters include:

  1. Is there more to life than this?

  2. Who is Jesus?

  3. Why did Jesus die?

  4. How can we have faith?

  5. Why and how do I pray?

  6. Why and how should I read the Bible?

  7. How does God guide us?

  8. Who is the Holy Spirit?

  9. What does the Holy Spirit do?

  10. How can I be filled with the Holy Spirit?

  11. How can I resist evil?

  12. Why and how should I tell others?

  13. Does God heal today?

  14. What about the church?

  15. How can I make the most of the rest of my life?

These chapters guide readers through the basics of Christian belief, offering clear explanations and practical insights. The book is illustrated by Charlie Mackesy, known for his warm and evocative artwork. 

About the Author

Nicky Gumbel is an English Anglican priest and author, renowned for developing the Alpha Course, which has been run in over 100 countries. Educated at Trinity College, Cambridge (Law) and Wycliffe Hall, Oxford (Theology), Gumbel practiced as a barrister before entering ministry. He served as the vicar of Holy Trinity Brompton (HTB) in London from 2005 to 2022. Gumbel has authored several books, including Searching Issues, A Life Worth Living, and The Jesus Lifestyle. He is married to Pippa, and they have three children.

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