"To treasure Jesus more greatly and savor his power more sweetly" — that's the experience behind the phrase and title of Jared Wilson's newest book, Gospel Wakefulness. David Mathis recently interviewed Jared about the book:
Time markers:
00:45 — Are we experiencing a "gospel renaissance" in our day?
02:40 — How does your book related to this "renaissance?"
04:40 — What is the gospel?
06:12 — What do you mean by the phrase "gospel wakefulness?"
08:05 — How does "gospel wakefulness" relate to conversion?
11:25 — Why do you consider this a helpful category?
13:54 — What is your story of "gospel wakefulness?"
21:35 — What would you say to someone battling depression?
26:04 — The gospel is the antidote for everything.
32:00 — Are our affections for the gospel the same as for God?
34:50 — How does the gospel not get stale for us?
37:32 — Can you explain the rhythms of Bible study and prayer?
40:10 — How do we relate community to these rhythms?
42:57 — What counsel do you have for Christian leaders?
45:15 — What does it mean to "obey" the gospel?
49:30 — "Get to work" or "it is finished?"
53:20 — How does the gospel relate to our sanctification?
55:35 — How do promises relate to our sanctification?
59:21 — What role does the future play in gospel-driven sanctification?
1:02:35 — What is the "tyranny of hyper-spirituality?"
1:09:18 — How does the gospel most glorify God?
1:11:20 — What is your hope for this book?
1:13:09 — What about those who haven't experienced gospel wakefulness?
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