Chandler does an excellent job at giving both an in depth overview of what the Gospel is and its implications upon the Christian life as well as an introduction to many key doctrines of the Christian faith in a way that is understandable for both Christians and non Christians seeking to understand the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He presents the Gospel in two different four point approaches: GOD, MAN, CHRIST, RESPONSE (The Gospel on the Ground) and CREATION, FALL, RECONCILIATION, CONSUMMATION (The Gospel in the Air). I have seen both of these approaches used in other books, but I would argue that Chandler does the best at explaining them, devoting a chapter to each point and comparing and contrasting both approaches as a whole in the final chapters of his book. Reading Chandler’s book is a lot like listening to Chandler’s sermons. Stylistically, he uses the same wording and examples as those he would use in a spoken setting. For some this might be off-putting, if you’re looking for a theological book written in a formal style. Others will find his casual writing style accessible and engaging. For anyone in an American church setting (particularly, in the Bible Belt or in a multi-generational Christian family, even), this book is a good discussion of the Scriptures to help you refine in your own mind the definition of the good news of Christ, whether as a reminder or as the first time you’ve thought of the gospel in this light.
What do You think about The Explicit Gospel (2012)?
The gospel in context. Simple and pure. Refreshing. I'll come back to this book.
—gmcambra
I especially liked the parts about the glory of God.
—manisha
