Paul: A Man of Grace and Grit (Great Lives from God's Word, Volume 6)

It is the author's wish to paint Paul's character in this mere sketch of his life, clinging closely to his side through the dramatic events that unfold in the pages of Scripture. The author will allow the Word of God to guide the reader in the quest to grasp the enormity and significance of this man and his story. The author's dictionary defines grit as "firmness of mind or spirit...unyielding courage in the face of hardship or danger." Tough, tenacious, and fiercely relentless in his determination, Paul pursued his divine mission with unflinching resolve. The man modeled grit like no other mentioned in the scriptures. But his message and his style were also marked by grace. He understood and explained grace better than any of his contemporaries. Grace dominated Paul's message and ministry to the final moment of his life.