Essential Christianity

A clear gospel explanation that helps you understand the heart of the Christian faith


Drawing on passages from the Church’s definitive Gospel treatise, Paul’s letter to the Romans, J.D. Greear unpacks the essential aspects of the Christian message, showing both ‘secular’ and ‘religious’ people what the gospel is and how it addresses our most pertinent questions. The gospel, as he explains, is not just about life after death; it’s about reclaiming the life we’ve always yearned to live.


Whether you are exploring the core concepts of Christianity or a weary Christian wanting to rediscover the excitement and joy of knowing God, this warm and compelling explanation of the goodness, truth, and power at the heart of the Christian faith is for you.


As J.D. says in his introduction:


“The gospel is not just the diving board off which you jump into Christianity—it’s the swimming pool in which you swim. See this book as your invitation to rediscover the goodness, the excitement, the liberation, and the power of the gospel.”