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Captured by Grace: No One Is Beyond the Reach of a Loving God
by Dr David Jeremiah
Product Group: Book
Publisher: Integrity Publishers (2006-03-01)
ISBN: 1591453895
EAN: 9781591453895
Dewey Decimal #: 234
Binding/Media: Hardcover - 216 pages
Release Date: 2006-03-07
SKU: 102309-1183
Condition: New
Comments: 1591453895 New, never read, may have minor wear on cover.
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Editorial Reviews
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Product Description
By following the dramatic story of the ?Amazing Grace? hymn writer John Newton, and the Apostle Paul's own encounter with the God of grace, Dr. David Jeremiah helps readers understand the freeing power of permanent forgiveness and mercy. Here are dramatic stories and biblical insights about the very personal effects of grace. About how it wondrously spans all our differences, rescues us from our lostness, helps us overcome our weaknesses and takes us from victims to victors. Pastor Jeremiah's words are timely and encouraging as we all need a fresh experience of amazing grace in our lives.
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Customer Reviews
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Amazing Grace
Rating  (5)
Date: 2010-09-06
Amazing Grace. I have heard this song since I was a child but had never thought about it in the way Dr. Jeremiah has explained it. He tells the life stories of Saul who persecuted early christians and John Newton who dealt with the slave trade. Through retelling these men's life stories Dr. Jeremiah demonstrates that grace can touch each and every life. He dissects each verse and relates the effect grace has on each and every one of us.
I found the story of Victoria Ruvolo fascinating. If only we could be show the grace she did toward her "attacker." I found this book very interesting and enlightening. In parts of the book, I felt as though Dr. Jeremiah were speaking directly to me. I will highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to know the depth of God's grace. I will "lend" my copy to family and friends but I plan to keep this book ro reread time and again.
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I've Been Captured By Grace!
Rating  (4)
Date: 2010-09-06
Two men that lived centuries apart, whose homes were a great distance apart, and whose upbringing bear no resemblance with the other, had three things in common: they lived lives of evil and destruction, were radically transformed by God, and transcribed powerful words telling us about it. These two men are Apostle Paul (author of two-thirds of the New Testament) and John Newton (the individual that penned the words to the classic hymn "Amazing Grace").
This is a powerful book that uses the stories of these men, along-side scripture, to challenge, inspire, and motivate us to recognize the grace of God in our lives; and to realize that God's love is greater than anyone can fathom, and is hunting us all down. I was finding myself stopping mid-chapter to pray and ask God for forgiveness. Dr. David Jeremiah uses powerful illustrations, detailed accounts of the lives of these men, and in-dept understanding of scripture to bring to life the power of God's grace. By the end of their lives, both men considered themselves the "chief of sinners", and recognized that they had been captured by grace. Although the beginning of the book was a bit slow (due to the detailed introduction of the subjects in the book), I really enjoyed the book once it got going. I would recommend this book to anyone that desires a greater understanding and reality of God's grace in their lives. You are not beyond the reach of God's love!
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the [...] book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255 <[...]> : "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
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A Book That Tells The Truth
Rating (4)
Date: 2010-09-05
Book provided to me by Thomas Nelson Publishers for review:
Have you ever wondered if you could truly ever be saved? Not you are drowning in a swimming pool and the lifeguard drags you out of the water before you drown saved, but Christ is my Savior and I have confessed my sins to him saved. Sometimes it is hard to believe that we could be saved in that way. It seems like there is no possible way we could be forgiven of what we do by God and Christ.
Well, if they were human, we couldn't. But God and Christ have Grace, which allows them to forgive us of our sins and save us. That Grace is what this book is all about. Captured by Grace is all about showing us that no one is beyond the reach of God and Christ. They will forgive and love anyone - because they have the Grace to do so.
In the beginning of this book is a heartwarming story that when you read about it, you'll wonder how the victim of this problem was able to forgive those who injured her. But as Dr. David Jeremiah explains, it is the Grace that we learn from our Heavenly Father that makes it possible.
This entire book is a lesson in history - you'll get to find out how the song "Amazing Grace" came to be, you'll get to learn something about the life of the man who wrote that familiar hymn - and a lesson in Grace.
Captured by Grace is truly a one of a kind book that will teach you an immeasurable amount about God's perfect love and Grace. It is a must read for anyone who questions if they are beyond God's reach or not.
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Grace Delivered
Rating (4)
Date: 2010-09-03
As expected, the book was well organized and thouroughly Biblical. I enjoyed the opening chapters most, as I learned more about John Newton, the author of "Amazing Grace." As the book went on, it continued to expound on essential elements of the grace God gives us, shedding light on many truths found in the Word. I would give this book four out of five stars only because while it is well written and focuses on God and His Word, it is not one that I can't put down. Nevertheless, I would definitely recommend it as a great addition to any library.
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You can be Capture by Grace Too
Rating (4)
Date: 2010-09-01
I have just finished the book entitled Captured by Grace: No One Is Beyond the Reach of a Loving God by David Jeremiah. The authors preaching style and tone are reflected in the book as he captures the essence of the lyrical portion of the song entitled Amazing Grace. The life of John Newton a slave ship captain is juxtaposed with the Apostle Paul to bring draw attention to the nature of a loving God pursuing mankind wherever their toil may be.
The book is a simple read, drenched with scripture and solid illustrations to support Jeremiah's point that God faithfully pursued John Newton and Paul with grace. And once they are caught, they no longer kick against the goads of life. They are left to do the things that God called them to do. Do you hear someone over your shoulder? Catch a glimpse of someone out of the corner of your eye? Perhaps you will find out who it is in this book.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their [...] book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255 : "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
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