Publisher's Synopsis
When we solve complicated mathematical equations, we apply appropriate formula to be guided and to ease our work. When we travel to foreign destination, we pay heed to road signs in order to overcome complexities on the way. When this is done, we are likely to likely to our destinations safely. To drive home the point, the journey to heavenly home is not devoid of complications: there's NARROW GATE to pass through (Matt.7:13-14); there are thorns to contend with(Hosea2:6; Matt.13: 22); there are mundane influences to eschew (Rom.12: 2), among others. Hence, there is a dire need to apply the right and appropriate formula to be guided, to calculate well and be successful. Jesus is nonetheless the right, appropriate and infallible formula for those who are HEAVEN-BOUND. This is the reason why this biblical saturated piece portrayed Him as the ONLY way to salvation accessible to everyone. For "eternal life", Corrie Ten Boom Corroborates, " does not start when we get to heaven; it starts the moment we reach out to Jesus. He never turns His back on anyone; He is waiting for you". Because He is for everyone, He is accessible to all. Salvation or eternal life is not possible without Jesus Christ. Therefore, let us approach Him like the rich young man (Matt.19: 16-22) to know the preconditions needed for eternal Life. The passion of Christ atones for our sins; His death opens the gate of heaven; and by His resurrection, eternity becomes an unfailing guarantee. Hence, Jesus is the only way. However, what does He anticipate from us as GATE PASS or REQUIREMENTS for eternal life? This book offers two indispensable requirements: BELIEF and REPENTANCE. One must believe the gospel messages Christ proclaimed (Matt.4:17); and nonetheless jettison old ways of living (2Corint.5:17-18). When one satisfies the above requirements, Christ comes into that person's life, live with him or her and reveal Himself and the father to that person. This is what eternal life entails: knowledge of God, the father and Jesus Christ His son. With this in view, in its preliminary page, this book simply defines eternal life thus: "knowing you, the only true God and Jesus Christ whom you sent".Is knowledge of the Father possible without Christ? No. Is entry into heaven assured without Christ? No. Is repentance attainable without Christ? No. This book has more details why none of the above is realistic without Christ. Hence, the fundamental claim of this book- Christ Jesus the ONLY way to salvation. And that is why I consider it as A MANUAL FOR OUR JOURNEY TO ETERNITY; a handbook for those on heavenly race! Because of the Moral Catechesis this book offers, the exegetical teachings it unfolds and the infallible orientation it renders, this book becomes a-must- read theological hand for those who frankly desire eternal life. Finally, one other core aspect of this book one cannot undermine are the soul-redemptive-contemplative questions raised at the introductory pages of the book: "What is the essence of life"? "Why did God make us"? James Innell Packer added similar questions and proffered answers that aligned with the teaching of this book. He said: "what are we made for? To know God. What aim should we have in life? To know God. What is the eternal life that Jesus gives? To know God. What in humans gives God most pleasure? Knowledge of Himself". Additionally, where is the origin of man? God. Where is the destination of man? God (eternity with Him). Before God created the plants, He spoke to the earth ( Gen. 1: 11); before God created aquatic animals, He spoke to the sea(Gen. 1:20); but when God wanted to create Man, He spoke to Himself (Gen. 1:26...). Therefore, Man originated from God. And the ONLY way he will return to God is through Christ, as this book teaches. Therefore, Christ is the only way to salvation. What a book this is.
