Confronted by Grace

Author: John Webster

"I found myself joining in his joyful 'Amen!' to all of the promises that we have in Jesus Christ."     

—Michael Horton

In this rich collection of sermons, John Webster considers the power of the gospel and the truth of God's grace. Born from years of theological and biblical study, these reflections serve to challenge, stimulate, and inspire, demonstrating the grace of God at work in the complexities of life.

By pointing us toward Christ, Confronted by Grace helps us grow in our understanding of the truth of the gospel.

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Part 1: Gravity and Grace

1. The Lie of Self-Sufficiency (Matt 21:33–39)
2. The Great Contrast (Rom 5:12–21)
3. Believe in the Lord Jesus (Acts 16:25–34)
4. Dead to Sin (Rom 6:8–14)
5. He Who Comforts (Isa 40:1–11)

Part 2: The Suffering Servant

6. Hearing the Passion (Luke 23:26–30)
7. Sin Shattered within its Stronghold (Isa 52:13–15)
8. Lifted High in Humiliation (Isa 53:1–3)
9. Take This Holy Sacrament (Isa 53:4–5)
10. The Triumph of Divine Resolve (Isa 53:6, 10)

Part 3: Hearing God

11. Listen to Him (Mark 9:2–10)
12. Praising God (Ps 95:1–5)
13. Belonging to God (Ps 95:6–7)
14. Obeying God (Ps 95:8–11)
15. The Hearing Church (Rev 3:13, 14)

Part IV: Living by Promises

16. God’s Sustaining Presence (Ps 121)
17. The Call to Remembrance (Ps 78:1–20)
18. The Nature of Faith (Heb 11:1)
19. The Way of Holiness (Isa 35)
20. Yes in Christ (2 Cor 1:15–22)

Part V: Pressing On

21. The Heart of Perseverance (Rev 2:1–7)
22. Endurance (Matt 10:16–23)
23. Waiting Patiently (Jas 5:7–11)
24. Christian Contentment (Phil 4:11b–13)
25. Do Not Be Anxious (Matt 6:25–34)
26. The Day of God (2 Pet 3:8–14)