This is a good book to read for something refreshing about Christianity but I kinda find it hard to really understand about it to much. I think it is the way the author does the layout of the information. There are many elements in it that I do not quite understand so many parts I actually skipped. t wasn't really that Catholic as well but more to Christianity. But overall I find that it is a good attempt and is a noteworthy book.

( received complimentary e-copy in exchange for honest review )

A beautiful compilation of Scripture, quotes and brief writings on Jesus, His history, and His relationships. Found this book perfect for either a quick pick-up occasional read, or a longer time of reading and study.

This book by well-known author Randy Alcorn is a collection of impactful and insightful comments and quotes by various people throughout history on the Person of Jesus Christ. Jesus of Nazareth is the most important person who has ever lived, and as such, Alcorn argues, it is important that we understand who Jesus was and is, and why He has had the effect on the world that He has had.

Using a mixture of pertinent Scripture passages and numerous quotes from both Christians and famous people throughout history, Alcorn examines important aspects of Jesus in four categories: (1) The nature, attributes and characteristics of Jesus as fully God and fully human; (2) The life and ministry of Jesus on earth; (3) The names and titles of Jesus; and (4) What Jesus taught and how He interacted with His disciples.

In this 300-page book, the reader will find perhaps one of the best collections in one place of the comments and quotations of both the famous and the believers in God on the unique person and life of Jesus. Highly recommended!

It’s All About Jesus
A Treasury of Insights on Our Savior, Lord, and Friend
by Randy Alcorn
Harvest House Publishers
Christian. |. Religion & Spirituality
Pub Date 01 Sep 2020
I am reviewing a copy of It’s All About Jesus through Harvest House Publishers and Netgalley:
In Its All About Jesus we are shown how to see our Savior through new eyes.
We are reminded too that Jesus was both human and divine and that no human changed the world as much as Jesus did. In It’s All About Jesus, bestselling author Randy Alcorn has compiled some of the most powerful and inspiring words ever said about the Son of God words that will inspire, instruct, and encourage you to love, trust, and follow him.
In this book you’ll read quotes about Jesus from well known authors, scholars, and theologians and writers such as Augustine, Martin Luther, Charles Spurgeon, Joni Eareckson Tada, Francis Chan, and Trillia Newbell.
I give It’s All About Jesus five out of five stars!
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Good devotional reading; absolutely full of quality quotes from a wide variety of Christians , carefully selected and arranged.

When I saw the cover and author of this book, I knew I wanted to read it and enjoy an easier theological read as I eased my way into summer. The format of this book was certainly not what I was expecting but I really enjoyed it nonetheless. Each section focused on a different attribute of Jesus' character: who He is, His life, His names and His relationships with us. It is a beautiful collection of quotes, insights and observations about Jesus and allows you to reflect on the Savior in a new, fresh way. It leads you to worship. It leads you to ponder. It leads you to wonder. And for that, I am thankful to Alcorn and his treasury of insights leading us to step back, acknowledge + agree, it really is all about Jesus.

Thank you to the publisher, author and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review.

A very helpful and insightful book. The use of bible verses and quotes allows the reader to really see Jesus in a variety of ways, to see his humanity and his omnipotence. Since it is intended to be a reference book it does not read in the same manner as a work of fiction of nonfiction. This book allows the reader to see Jesus with new eyes, which is absolutely amazing. I thoroughly enjoyed this book.

In the book It's All About Jesus, author and pastor Randy Alcorn, writes quotes and insights about Jesus. Alcorn quotes Kevin DeYoung: “Just about everybody in America likes Jesus, but few like him for who he truly is.”
I enjoyed some of the quotes but this feels more like a quote book than something you would want to sit down and just read. I was disappointed not in the content but in the delivery. Maybe it would be better as shorter chapters and set up like a devotional.
I would recommend this book as a resource for quotes. I received a copy of this e-book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This book is a resource which would be helpful on the shelves of Christians whether lay or full time ministry and Christians involved in secular work as well. Probably best taken in sections rather than all at once in order to let each section and the various quotes sink in but you could read it in one go as well, just have a notepad and pen ready! Recommended.

Thanks to NetGalley and Harvest House Publishers fo ARC.

John Piper said, "Books don't change people, paragraphs do -- sometimes sentences." I agree. Books like this one are so powerful. It's a compilation of quotes from well-known Bible scholars and teachers about who Jesus is, his life, his names and titles. If you want to get to know Jesus more, read this book.

Some of the quotes made me look at something in a way I'd never considered before. I found some quotes that talked about Jesus being the "happiest being in the universe" (Location 585). Spurgeon was quoted, "We are happy to think Christ is happy. I do not know whether you have ever drank that joy, Believer, but I have found it a very sweet joy to be joyful because Christ is joyful" (location 594). I had never thought about what impact that should have on my life. It's also not the way I often think of Jesus. This book had many such quotes that challenged perceptions I didn't even know I had.

This is a book that I will savor. It's a book that gives you lots to think about and meditate on. It gave me a deeper appreciation for my Savior and all that He is and has done. I'd highly recommend it.

Thank you to Harvest House for providing me with a free e-copy of this book. All opinions are my own.

I was really excited about reading this book, having read a few of the author's previous works. It wasn't what I expected - probably my own fault for not reading the description clearly - but I didn't think it would be a book of quotes. Even though my expectations were different, reading the different quotes by section really uplifted my heart and I was touched by many of them. I really like this book and think it is a great resource if one is looking for quotes about Christ by topic. When this book is in print, it will definitely be on my shelf!

It's All About Jesus by Randy Alcorn is a helpful book with quotes and Bible verses listed in a wonderfully organized manner that help the reader see Jesus in a variety of ways--His humanity as well as His omnipotence. This is a reference book, so don't expect to read it in the same manner as you would a typical work of non-fiction or fiction. Personally, I think it works better as an actual book because it's a reference book. For me, I like to be able to skim through a reference book to find what I'm looking for. Of course, with it being digital (the version I read), there is always the search feature that is available when searching for a specific reference, so a digital version is also pretty amazing for such a book. As always, Randy Alcorn has thoroughly done his homework.

I received a copy of It's All About Jesus by Randy Alcorn from NetGalley to read and review. I have not been paid for this service. :)

I’ve been fond of most everything written by Randy. He is blessed with a stick to it way of pursuing the truth through God’s Word. It is surprisingly refreshing to read quotes from all kinds of intellectual minds at different points along the way. It is in my honest opinion one of the best books on quotes, while leading through them with discernment and a way of making you have a teachable mind. This a unique style in this title. If unsure it’s for you just download the sample .

While the format isn't quite what I expected, it is something I can greatly appreciate. This would could (will be) a great resource for Pastors and Ministers, Sunday School teachers, and Bible Study leaders who use quotes to support the points of their sermons or lessons. It would also be useful in personal Bible study for those who desire to grow closer in the walk with Jesus Christ and learn more about who He is.

First sentence: Why a book of great thoughts and quotations about Jesus?

It's All About Jesus: A Treasury of Insights on Our Savior, Lord, and Friend is long story short a book of quotes. Now quote books can vary in quality, I won't lie. There are some quote books that are super-cheesy and a waste of paper. There are some quote books that are worth reading--or skimming--once, but really they're a good re-gifting possibility in an emergency.

But this book isn't like that. Why?! Because these are not only good quotes about Jesus, not only true quotes about Jesus, these are some of the best of the best of the best quotes about Jesus by some truly outstanding theologians, preachers, writers, and the odd celebrity or two.

Here are the reasons why I loved, loved, loved this book.

1) It is well-organized and has a great flow. The book has four main sections and many, many, many subsections. Part 1 declares who Jesus is—his nature, attributes, and characteristics. Part 2 speaks of his transforming life, death, resurrection, return, and reign. Part 3 explores the many powerful names and titles of Jesus. Part 4 centers on Jesus in his beautiful relationships with his people.

2) Each section (subsection) begins with key scriptures. The book values quotes from others--theologians, pastors, preachers, authors, famous folk, etc. But above all it values Scripture as the Word of God. Randy Alcorn even encourages readers NOT to skip the Scriptures.

3) I love the SELECTION and variety. It's like contemporary believers are joining in with the cloud of witnesses and exalting the Lord Jesus Christ. Or is it exulting?! Maybe both. Reading a handful of quotes all together all on the same subject/theme--all centered on who Christ is or who we are in Christ--is a blessing.

4) Reading the book leads to worship. This book is a feast for those who love Jesus Christ and want to know him More, love Him better, have their faith go deeper.

If you're only so-so about Jesus, then maybe the book won't be anything but a waste of paper--to you. But maybe just maybe the Spirit will use this book to bring you closer to the One who died to save you. Maybe just maybe the Spirit will use this book to rekindle your heart and restore your first love.

He is the fountain of all truth, but He is more—He is truth itself. He is the source and strength of all beauty, but He is more—He is beauty itself. He is the fountain of all wisdom, but He is more—He is wisdom itself. In Him are all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge hidden away!… He is the fountain of love, but again, He is far more than that—He is love! A.W. Tozer

The truth is, God doesn’t grade on a curve; he grades on a cross. Jefferson Bethke

There is more mercy in Christ than sin in us. Richard Sibbes

Live nearer to Christ than to any person on this earth; so that when they are taken, you may have Him to love and lean upon. Robert Murray M’Cheyne

Once in our world, a stable had something in it that was bigger than our whole world. C.S. Lewis

Until you see the cross as that which is done by you, you will never appreciate that it is done for you. John Scott

We write Jesus’ name upon our banner, for it is hell’s terror, heaven’s delight and earth’s hope. Charles Spurgeon

The true gospel is radically exclusive. Jesus is not a way; He is the way, and all other ways are no way at all. If Christianity would only move one small step toward a more tolerant ecumenicalism and exchange the definite article the for the indefinite article a, the scandal would be over, and the world and Christian‑ ity could become friends. However, whenever this occurs, Christianity ceases to be Christianity, Christ is denied, and the world is without a Savior. Paul

This book was not what I expected. Because it is pages and pages of quotes, I think that the format is wrong. It could be rewritten as a daily devotional book for a set amount of time (4 months?). I found it difficult to just sit and read through the quotes and decided it might be best if I just picked it up on some type of schedule because the quotes seemed less compelling without time to pause and reflect. I also think it would have been helpful to have a place for the reader to write down personal reflection and quotes at the end of section. Not a favorite even though I wanted it to be special.

This book is full of encouragement and knowledge. It’s the kind of book that you could keep on your nightstand and read a few pages every night before bed to quiet your spirit.

This new book It’s All About Jesus: A Treasury of Insights on Our Savior, Lord, and Friend by Randy Alcorn is one everyone should get their hands one, believers and nonbelievers. This book focuses only on Jesus, and nothing else. Every Scripture shared, every quote shared relates to Jesus.
In the introduction of this book, author Randy Alcorn shares the purpose of this book and why he compiled it. Which is worth the read before you read the book.
The book is divided into four parts: Part 1 is about who Jesus, by his nature, attributes, and characteristics. Part 2 is about the transforming life, death, resurrection, return, and reign of Jesus. Part 3 goes into the many names and titles of Jesus. The final part centers on Jesus and his relationship with his people.
Some side notes to be aware of that he provides this book is only a drop in the ocean of what has been said about Jesus. Also some of the quotes he shares in the book may not be or is a Jesus follower, but non-the-less they were included because this shows that Jesus was still recognized even by those that do not believe.
This is one of those books you will want the hard copy in. I have been reading in an advanced kindle edition. This book reads like a commonplace journal. If you don’t know what that is, it where readers use a notebook to jot down notes from things they read or experience. Each section starts with a title of a subject related to Jesus, a few Scriptures that relate to it, followed by quotes from well-known theologians, famous people from history, book authors, and few other sources, that relate to the subject and Scripture, while keeping the entire focus on Jesus.
This book is in my top ten books I have read, one that I will be purchasing the hard copy in for myself and gifting to others. It would make the perfect gift-giving book and one to keep out on top of your living room table or desk to pick up and read whenever. This is not a book to sit down and read through, but to be savored, to ponder on.

I was very excited the receive this book but it is not what I thought it would be. It is basically a compilation of quotes from various people and the bible. It did not hold my interest and I personally could not relate to the style of the book.