Jesus the Living Lord

Bishop Michael Ramsey (1904–1988) reflects on the mystery of Christ as the revelation of God’s living presence in the world. Beginning with the proclamation of the Kingdom of God in the Gospels, he traces how the life, death, and Resurrection of Jesus led the first Christians to recognize in him not merely a prophet or teacher, but the self-giving love of God made visible in humanity. With characteristic clarity and spiritual depth, Ramsey explores themes of glory, sacrifice, Divine love, and the meaning of Christ’s Lordship, drawing especially on the Gospels of Mark and John. He shows how the Cross, far from being a contradiction of God’s purpose, becomes the supreme revelation of Divine glory and the heart of Christian faith. Throughout this book theology remains inseparable from worship, prayer, and discipleship, inviting readers not simply to think about Christ but to encounter the living Lord himself. Reflective, generous, and deeply rooted in the Christian tradition, these meditations are both intellectually compelling and spiritually nourishing.

• Publication date: 31 July 2026
• Page count: 40
• Dimensions: Height 160 mm; Width 110 mm
• Publisher: SLG Press
• Format: Paperback
• ISBN-13: 9780728305366