The death of Jesus Christ on the cross — the sinless one dying for the sins of many — is as central to Christianity as his triumphant resurrection; death could not hold the righteous Saviour.

Peter Jeffery’s new book, The Cross — the reality of the cross for today, carefully lays out God’s plan for the salvation of his people. In sixteen brief chapters suitable for daily reading or meditation, God’s plan unfolds from creation through the Old Testament events of the Passover and the Day of Atonement, the prophecies in Isaiah, Zechariah and Psalm 22, to the New Testament record of Jesus’ suffering in the Garden of Gethsemane, Calvary itself and the tearing of the temple curtain; and, finally, to the application of the cross to contemporary believers.

Now retired from pastoral ministry, Peter Jeffery continues to preach whenever possible and has written nearly 40 books.


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'In days when there has been so much confused and unscriptural teaching regarding the atonement it is vital for Christians to be sure of the Bible's message of the cross and God’s plan of salvation. Here is an important work that I would encourage both young and old to get hold of and read through carefully. An excellent exposition of the grace of God towards mankind.'

To read the full review from The Evangelical Magazine (July / August 2007) click here

'This little book explains the relevance and centrality of the cross, and the importance of the doctrine of the atonement — a doctrine which has come under sustained attack even by some within the professing church.'

To read the full review from Ulster Bulwark (July-September 2007) click here

'Mature Christians will benefit from being reminded of the cross once more. But so will "young" Christians, who will begin to add this sound teaching on the cross to their doctrinal understanding.'

To read the full review from Grace Magazine (October 2007) click here

'Ideal for a young Christian or for an overall laying out of the vitality and necessity of the cross. Peter Jeffery is always worth reading and he does not disappoint in this.'

To read the full review from English Churchman (26th October & 2nd November 2007) click here

'This book is especially welcome at a time when a cross seems often to be worn in a meaningless way as a fashion trinket.'

To read the full review from The Gospel Magazine (November-December 2007) click here

'I would not hesitate to recommend this volume as an excellent, illuminating and heart warming introduction to the truth of Christ crucified. ... This would be a good tool for churches to use to ensure that their members are accurately instructed as this point, that they might not be carried about with the many various and strong doctrines that are presently doing the rounds!'

To read the full review from The Banner of Truth magazine (July 2008) click here