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The Christian Manifesto

Jesus’ Life-Changing Words from the Sermon on the Plain

Alistair Begg
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Encourages Christians from Luke 6 to live a countercultural life and experience true blessing.

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What does genuine Christian living look like in the 21st century, and how can we be motivated to live that way?

The answer comes from Jesus’ sermon in Luke 6 (sometimes known as the Sermon on the Plain), which starts, “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God”, and goes on to lay out God’s vision statement for the Christian life. It is a manifesto that transcends politics, culture and personality, detailing God’s intentions for his people.

Alistair Begg unpacks this sermon, encouraging Christians to live a radically different life that upends the world's values and philosophies. It's a lifestyle that is counterintuitive and countercultural, yet one that God blesses with true meaning and impact.

As we look at the kindness and compassion of Jesus and ask for the Holy Spirit’s help, we’ll grow in both the motivation and the ability to obey Jesus’ teaching and experience the blessing that comes from that.

This compelling book will remind you of God's grace and what it means to follow him, helping you discover the ultimate blessing that is found in him.

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Contents

  • 1. An Invitation to Happiness
    2. A Reversal of Values
    3. An Exceptional Kind of Love
    4. What the Golden Rule Really Means
    5. Generous Forgiveness
    6. A Life of Integrity
    7. A Genuine Desire to Obey
    8. The Heart of our King

Specification

Contributors Alistair Begg
ISBN 9781784988708
Format Paperback
First published September 2023
Dimensions 129mm x 198mm x 8mm
Weight 0.12 kg
Language English
Pages 112
Publisher The Good Book Company

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Endorsements

Tim Chester

Crosslands Training; Author of Enjoying God

Alistair Begg brings the message of Jesus into our world, clarifying its meaning and relevance without blunting any of its challenge. But Begg also sets that challenge in the bigger context of Christ’s message of grace. As a result, the challenge becomes an invitation—an invitation to a happy life.


Carolyn Lacey

Author of Say the Right Thing and Extraordinary Hospitality (for Ordinary People).

Life in Jesus’ kingdom is life at its very best—liberating, exhilarating, and altogether satisfying. It is also countercultural and counterintuitive. The principles and priorities of the kingdom are wildly different from the values and virtues celebrated in contemporary society, and it’s all too easy for us to conform to the dominant culture rather than embrace our calling to live distinctively. With his typical blend of wisdom, warmth, and wit, Alistair Begg takes us back to Jesus’ teaching and shows what kingdom life looks like—and why it really is the best life.


John Woodhouse

Retired Principal of Moore Theological College, Sydney, Australia

Here is a book to be read slowly—and more than once. This is not because it is difficult to understand (it isn’t), but because it is so important and good. Alistair Begg casts a brilliant light on the remarkable life into which Jesus calls his people. How does the life of a Christian actually show the reality of their salvation? How does it show their delight in values that are contrary to those of the world? Readers will find real answers. More than that, they will find themselves rejoicing in the privilege of being among those Jesus described as 'blessed.'


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Customer reviews


13 Jan 2026

“a great resource”

(Review written for 'Alistair Begg Book Bundle')

We bought a copy of Alister Begg Truth for Life. It is very interesting and excellent daily readings resource. Our only problem is the size of print. My wife and I are both in our eighties and find it rather difficult to read without extra lighting. I did check if there was a large print edition but without success.
Having said that it is still a great resource and would certainly recommend it.


4 Jan 2026

“Thought provoking”

(Review written for 'Alistair Begg Book Bundle')

I bought this as I was given Alister beggs second book as a Christmas present. The daily thought with accompanying bible verse is good, there is also a bible reading at the end of the devotional, which relates to your daily reading. I love the read through the bible in a year also and various quotes in the daily reading you can look up. With the book you get an option of an e book version. I downloaded it to my tablet and use it while on holiday or away. Overall a very good book recommend it to anyone.


3 Jan 2026

“Gift”

(Review written for 'Alistair Begg Book Bundle')

This book was a gift. It was delightfully received as they had used volume 1 previously. Dealing with this company is always easy and trouble free.


27 Nov 2025

“Brilliantly clear focus and practical.”

(Review written for 'Alistair Begg Book Bundle')

So delighted with this book.
Clear daily exposition of gospel truths written in such a way to support daily Bible reading with helpful articulation of application points. I found it so helpful that I bought another copy of Volume 1 as a Christmas gift and gifted myself a copy of volume 3.


10 Aug 2025

“Excellent”

(Review written for 'Alistair Begg Book Bundle')

I was given Book 2 as a present, I bought Book 1 for myself, and bought it again to give as a present. The daily reads are such concise, yet spiritual 'nuggets' which bless each day


11 Feb 2025

“Both challenging and deeply encouraging in its unpacking of God's truth”

(Review written for 'Alistair Begg Book Bundle')

This is an excellent devotional, and a wonderful counterpart to my reading of the whole Bible in a year. It focuses the mind and heart every day on an aspect of God's truth and/or character, nourishes the spirit, and leads directly into prayer. Thank you, Alistair.


2 Feb 2025

“A great devotional!”

(Review written for 'Alistair Begg Book Bundle')

Very well thought out. I appreciate the citied scriptures throughout and the scripture at the bottom for further study. One thing that would be helpful is a bookmark that tells you what the 3 symbols mean, I forget then have to go back To the beginning of the book to remember what they mean.


7 Jan 2025

“Truth for Life Volume Two”

(Review written for 'Alistair Begg Book Bundle')

I was given this book in 2022, asked for Volume One in 2023, and bought Vol 2 for a friend in 2024. I am re-reading Volume Two again now in 2025. That is how beneficial I feel these devotions are. Very easy to read too. Thank you


2 Feb 2024

“Quality book and quality service”

(Review written for 'Alistair Begg Book Bundle')

I love Alistair's books. Quality man of God, quality, solid biblical teaching. Stayed the course!
This devotional no exception. Had his Vol 2 last year so wanted to get Vol 1 this year. Not disappointed.
And my confidence in Alastair has not wained despite current controversy, as I know the man's heart and stand on moral issues - much of current public criticism is unbalanced and out of context. Read his book Christian Manifesto to capture something of this man's heart.


15 Jan 2024

“This really is "truth for life"!”

(Review written for 'Alistair Begg Book Bundle')

I chose this as a Christmas present and am enjoying it very much. It gives you a truth to get your teeth into and mull over during the day. I love the cross-references which link passages in a way that I might not have thought of and the extra passage to read also throws more light on the topic under discussion. I'm not convinced it would work for a new Christian or someone who doesn't know the Bible very well and so may not understand the context of the verse or verses being explained and applied or the cross-references. But if you're reasonably familiar with the Bible and want to deepen your understanding, this book is really good.

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