Imago Christi: The Example of Jesus Christ

by James Stalker, Lutheran Librarian (Preface)

“The Ministers of the temple of truth, it has been said, are of three first, those stationed at the gate of the temple to constrain the passers-by to come in; secondly, those whose function is to accompany inside all who have been persuaded to enter, and display and explain to them the treasures and secrets of the place; and, thirdly, those whose duty is to patrol round the temple, keeping watch and ward and defending the shrine from the attacks of enemies. We are only speaking very roughly if we say that the first of these three functions is that of the Preacher, the second that of the Teacher, and the third that of the Controversialist.” — James Stalker The Lutheran Library Publishing Ministry finds, restores and republishes good, readable books from Lutheran authors and those of other sound Christian traditions. All titles are available at little to no cost in proofread and freshly typeset editions. Many free e-books are available at our website LutheranLibrary.org. Please enjoy this book and let others know about this completely volunteer service to God’s people. May the Lord bless you and bring you peace.

221 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1889

About the author

James Stalker (1848-1927) was a minister, lecturer and preacher for the Free Church of Scotland (United Free Church). He was educated at the University of Edinburgh, where he had a career of remarkable distinction, winning prizes in every class. He did especially well in philosophy, and gained the third place in English literature. He went on to New College to study for the ministry. Stalker also spent two summers in Germany where he attended Berlin and Halle, where he studied under Tholuck, Dorner, Weiss, Kostlin, Dillmann and Riehm.

Reviews

[P.J. Mills · Rating 5 out of 5]

"This is an immortal book." –Charles Spurgeon

I concur.

[Teresa]

I read this book through with a fellow believer whose name means pure. I loved it then, I love it still & all my trust is to soon, yes, very soon, to leave not some, but all my vain imaginations, to see Him as He truly is, see Christ fully, without any more attempts of any imaginings and to arise forever to love the One who inspired its pages forever! He is more than an example, He is Truth Himself -.... The way, The Truth and The Life....

[Max · Rating 5 out of 5]

Favorite Christian Book - excellent.