Jerry Bridges
Jerry Bridges was born on December 4th, 1929. Jerry passed away March 6th, 2016 at 86 years old. Jerry Bridges was born in Tyler, Texas, USA. Bridges attended the University of Oklahoma where he received an undergraduate degree in engineering.
Jerry Bridges was a Christian writer, speaker, and a member of The Navigators, a Christian organization. His books include
The Pursuit of Holiness which sold over a million copies,
Holiness Day by Day which won the 2009 ECPA Christian Book Award in the inspiration and gift category, and
The Discipline of Grace which won a similar award in 1995.
The
Discipline of Grace builds on the teachings from two of Jerry Bridges’ earlier books,
The Pursuit of Holiness and
Transforming Grace. It explores how God’s grace and personal discipline work together in the Christian life. The book emphasizes that no matter how bad a day may be, God's grace is always available, and no matter how good a day may be, grace is still necessary.
At its core, the book examines the shared role of God and the believer in the process of growing in holiness or sanctification. Becoming more like Christ is a lifelong journey that requires both God's help and personal effort. Grace and discipline must work together and without discipline, there is no progress. But sanctification is not something God does alone without the believer's participation. A balance between these two is important.
Bridges also challenges the idea that the gospel is only for unbelievers. Instead, he argues that the gospel is just as important for believers in their daily lives. Christians must remind themselves of the gospel regularly. They must acknowledge their own sin and look to Jesus for forgiveness and righteousness. He explains that understanding and applying the gospel daily is key to maintaining motivation and perseverance in the pursuit of holiness.
The book's main sections (chapters seven through thirteen) explore how God shapes believers through obedience, dependence, commitment, convictions, choices, vigilance, and adversity. Bridges supports his teaching with Scripture and frequently references well-known Christian theologians such as John Owen, Charles Hodge, and John Murray, and shows a particular appreciation for the Puritans and their insights on sin, repentance, and spiritual growth.
Overall,
The Discipline of Grace is a deeply challenging and thought-provoking book that encourages believers to grow in their faith through both God's grace and personal effort. It is highly recommended for any Christian seeking a clearer understanding of sanctification and the daily application of the gospel.
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Jerry Bridges: F.A.Q
When was Jerry Bridges Born?
Jerry Bridges was born on December 4th, 1929.
When did Jerry Bridges die?
Jerry Bridges died on March 6th, 2016 at 86 years old.
Where was Jerry Bridges Born?
Jerry Bridges was born in Tyler, Texas, USA.
What was the first book Jerry Bridges wrote?
The first book written by Jerry Bridges was The Pursuit of Holiness, published in 1978.
What was the most recent book Jerry Bridges wrote?
His most recently released work was The Blessing of Humility (a short story) on June 1st, 2016.
How many books has Jerry Bridges written?
Jerry Bridges has written 34 books excluding contributions to anthologies. All of his books are Non-Fiction Books.