"Finally Alive" finally arrived

Desiring God's introduction to John Piper's book "Finally Alive" states the following: What does the Bible teach about the miracle of rebirth? In this new book, John Piper explores Jesus' peculiar command, "You must be born again." Spiritual rebirth is precious and crucial. When Jesus said, "You must be born again," he wasn't simply sharing interesting information; he was directing us toward eternal life. It is essential to know what God intends when he uses this language of being born again, so that we may experience new birth and help others do the same.

Piper answers the following questions in the book:

1. What is the new birth?
2. Why must we be born again?

3. How does the new birth Come about?

4. What are the effects of the new birth?

5. How can we help others be born again?

While the degree to which he adequately answers the questions will have to be judged by each reader, I trust the book is filled with the fruit of Piper's careful, serious study of scripture indicative of his other books and sermons. I received "Finally Alive" in the mail yesterday and look forward to reading it after I finish Matthew Mead's "The Almost Christian Discovered."

Read a review of the book by Tim Challies at his blog site: Book Review - Finally Alive by John Piper.