The Day the Revolution Began
$49.99
What you’ll learn
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Understand the reasons for attempting to gain further understanding of what changed as of 6:00 PM on Good Friday.
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Describe some of the historical reasons for certain theories that surround the meaning of Jesus’s crucifixion.
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Articulate the perspective of the ancient pagan world with reference to sacrifice to gods.
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Provide reasons why the early Christians thought that the Old Testament provides background for the idea of Jesus’s crucifixion.
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Discern how the stories of Israel intersect with Christian belief especially surrounding the idea of sacrifice.
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Explain how the concept of “rescue” pervades the work of Jesus in His life and death.
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Present biblical arguments that support a rich understanding of the meaning of Jesus’s crucifixion.
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Encourage Christians to walk in a new sense of wonder as those who have been rescued from death in order to live lives of love.
The renowned scholar, Anglican bishop, and bestselling author widely considered to be the heir to C. S. Lewis contemplates the central event at the heart of the Christian faith—Jesus’ crucifixion—arguing that the Protestant Reformation did not go far enough in transforming our understanding of its meaning.
In The Day the Revolution Began, N. T. Wright once again challenges commonly held Christian beliefs as he did in his acclaimed Surprised by Hope. Demonstrating the rigorous intellect and breathtaking knowledge that have long defined his work, Wright argues that Jesus’ death on the cross was not only to absolve us of our sins; it was actually the beginning of a revolution commissioning the Christian faithful to a new vocation—a royal priesthood responsible for restoring and reconciling all of God’s creation.
Wright argues that Jesus’ crucifixion must be understood within the much larger story of God’s purposes to bring heaven and earth together. The Day the Revolution Began offers a grand picture of Jesus’ sacrifice and its full significance for the Christian faith, inspiring believers with a renewed sense of mission, purpose, and hope, and reminding them of the crucial role the Christian faith must play in protecting and shaping the future of the world.
Who this course is for:
- Any person who has wondered about why Christians have an affinity for thinking that Jesus’s crucifixion has any ramifications for the present day.
- People who wish to have a deeper understanding of the meaning of Jesus’s death.
- People who long for hope that is grounded in Jesus’s crucifixion as an historical event.
- Followers of Jesus who wish to have greater appreciation for what God has accomplished in Christ.
Rien van Burg –
I learned a lot, but it’s needed to rehears. Because English is not my native language it’s good to use the book annex.
Hermoine Booysen –
I was introduced to the course by a friend. And now I would like to study it for myself so that I can share it with others. This is an amazing study.
Glen Johnson –
Assumes a lot of Bible knowledge on the part of the student. Great course for an intermediate or advanced student of the Bible.
Allan Dow –
Yes – very informative, but also elucidating.
I like the identification and focus on the big ideas.
Carlos Peña –
So insightful! Learning a lot!
Becky Gentry –
Taking the course in the days leading up to Easter has been amazing and eye-opening! I loved the thought that God Himself is groaning for New Creation, that as image bearers we reflect creation’s worship back to God, and that Jesus embodied Israel. So much more still to process.
Donald Ryan –
I’d never before come across this overarching perspective on the crucifixion but it’s all there in the scriptures. vastness and scope of this subject. Startling, sobering, and brilliantly presented.
Shawn Hopman –
Because professor wright is amazing!
Pidi S Estorgio –
I’m doing good actually.hope to get this course in memory and able to share to others.this kind revolution is what the world needed right now. I m glad I’m part of it in small measure.
JB Jansen van Rensburg –
I believe Dr. Wright is teaching on an extraordinarily important topic and it takes special attention by use of courses such as this to parse faulty biblical interpretations and traditional thought from the true way the bible reveals Christ. I think this course is effective at doing just that.
Andrew Boakye –
Already opens up so many windows on the New Testament!
Dr John Ramsden –
I read Prof. Wright’s book when it was first published and was enthralled by its powerful account of the significance of the Crucifixion. Now to hear his account enlarged and detailed by Prof. Wright himself has enhanced and developed my understanding.