Millions of people all over the world have now attended an Alpha course, an opportunity to explore the meaning of life, and have now been profoundly challenged by its fresh and engaging introduction to the Christian faith. This title contains the talks from the Alpha course. Nicky Gumbel tackles, with honesty and common sense, some of the key questions that we will face when we give consideration to the claims of Christianity and points the way to an authentic faith that is exciting and relevant to today's world.
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'What Alpha has to offer is a unique mixture of Christian content and Christian style.' -- Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury
‘Alpha is an unqualified triumph.' -- Daily Telegraph --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
‘Alpha is an unqualified triumph.' -- Daily Telegraph --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Nicky Gumbel read law at Cambridge and theology at Oxford, practised as a barrister and is now ordained and on the staff of Holy Trinity Brompton. He has written many bestselling books about Jesus and the Christian faith.
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
By L. Cross
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I bought this book when I was starting out on the Alpha course. A lot of what is in the book is shown in Gumbel's speeches shown on the course, but the book allows time and space to go into more detail.
I found this book extremely helpful, comforting and thought-provoking as someone who is just adopting Christianity. It doesn't provide all the answers, which never could be answered anyway. But it does make you think and it makes you feel that someone really understands what you're going through as a new Christian, which can be a scary but ultimately wonderful time. Gumbel's anecdotes are funny and provide a lighter edge to what could be viewed as a 'heavy' subject matter.
I found this book extremely helpful, comforting and thought-provoking as someone who is just adopting Christianity. It doesn't provide all the answers, which never could be answered anyway. But it does make you think and it makes you feel that someone really understands what you're going through as a new Christian, which can be a scary but ultimately wonderful time. Gumbel's anecdotes are funny and provide a lighter edge to what could be viewed as a 'heavy' subject matter.
30 of 32 people found the following review helpful
By "lazzer51"
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I enjoyed this book - it contains historical information about the origins of the bible, offers proof of its authenticity, and provides detailed answers to common questions about Christianity. It also gives life experience examples throughout, in relation to Christian beliefs, that I found helpful and could identify with.
This is a good book for all new Christians to read, as well as mature Christians, because it competently explains answers to questions often asked by those interested in learning more about the Christian faith. It is well grounded in the bible and easy to read. I would certainly recommend reading it.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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For anyone seeking an introduction to a more spiritual life, this is essential reading. It is extremely clearly written and addresses the key questions on the Christian faith full on. Although the book can be read as a stand alone, even better would be to also attend the excellent Alpha course which follows the same subject matter.
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this is a brilliant and light hearted way to teach the undecided about christ everyone should read it ,it is easy reading
Published 6 months ago by triana
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excellent
I am very pleased to have this book. Nicky Gumbel writes with wisdom. it is a pleasure to read. Thank you
Published 21 months ago by JEH
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Totally changed my view on life
As someone who called myself Christian but hadnt been practising my faith for a long time this book totally changed my view on my life and my world for the better. Read more
Published 23 months ago by LondonFC
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Familiar material - but many outstanding issues
This book can be viewed as a companion to the Alpha course which has been a great success in the United Kingdom and around the world. Read more
Published on 24 Sep 2010 by David Pye
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Excellent introduction to Christianity
Nicky Gumbel combines humour and an easily-readable style to produce an authoritative introduction to the beliefs and practice of Christianity. Read more
Published on 5 Aug 2010 by TRA
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life changing
i am only sixteen years of age and picked up 'questions of life' during a nasty break up with a serious long term girlfriend.. during the reading of this book my life changed... Read more
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