More Like Jesus: Timeless Wisdom for Imitating Christ
About this ebook
In this never-before-published collection of sermons, beloved pastor and author John Stott shares wisdom gleaned from years spent walking with Jesus, casting a compelling vision for becoming more like Christ in today's world.
Rooted in Scripture and shaped by pastoral wisdom, More Like Jesus calls believers to orient their lives, personally and communally, toward obedience and Christlikeness. Stott journeys through seven timeless themes that Christ exemplified in the New Testament to equip readers to walk in faithful submission to God.
In More Like Jesus, you'll find:
- Fresh content from John Stott, available in print for the first time
- An exploration into Christ's humanity and what it means to be human ourselves
- Chapters on submission to God, humility, generosity, compassion, servant leadership, suffering, and the role of the Holy Spirit in becoming like Christ
- A seven-session study guide ideal for personal use or small group discussion
Practical and inspiring, this book meets Christians where they are and invites them deeper into the life Christ modeled. Whether you are new to the faith or have followed Christ for decades, More Like Jesus offers the wisdom and encouragement to keep growing. John Stott's clear, warm teaching makes this an essential resource for anyone serious about Christian discipleship.
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About the author
John R. W. Stott (1921–2011) was known worldwide as a preacher, evangelist, and communicator of Scripture. For many years he served as rector of All Souls Church in London. A leader among evangelicals in Britain, the United States, and around the world, Stott was a principal framer of the landmark Lausanne Covenant (1974). His connections in and heart for the global church led him to found Langham Partnership. Langham continues its work today, equipping key leaders to preach God's Word clearly, faithfully, and relevantly in over 140 countries. Stott's many books, including Basic Christianity and The Cross of Christ, have sold millions of copies.
Mark Labberton is the former president of Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, California. He previously served as Lloyd John Ogilvie chair for preaching and director of the Lloyd John Ogilvie Institute for Preaching. Prior to that, Labbertonwas senior pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Berkeley, California. He has also served as chair of John Stott Ministries. Today he continues to contribute to the mission of the global church as a senior fellow of the International Justice Mission. He is the author of The Dangerous Act of Loving Your Neighbor and The Dangerous Act of Worship.