The House that Jesus Built
A Welcome to the Church
Published on 19. May 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
978-1-5271-1453-1 (ISBN)
Description
Discover the Church as Jesus Designed It
The House that Jesus Built by Dale Ralph Davis is a warm, accessible guide to understanding what the church truly is-and why it matters. Written with clarity, wit, and deep biblical insight, this short book helps readers explore the beliefs, purpose, and life of a church shaped by Scripture.
Perfect for visitors, new believers, or anyone curious about Christianity, this concise manual explains the gospel and the nature of the church in a way that is both engaging and easy to understand. Davis combines solid teaching with relatable illustrations, making complex ideas simple without sacrificing depth.
Why readers love this book:
Clear explanations of core Christian beliefs and the gospel
A friendly introduction to what church life looks like in practice
Biblical teaching presented in short, readable chapters
Practical guidance on worship, fellowship, and Christian living
Ideal for newcomers exploring faith or considering church membership
Whether used as a welcome gift for visitors, a discipleship resource, or a personal introduction to church life, The House that Jesus Built offers a compelling invitation to discover the beauty and purpose of Christ's church.
The House that Jesus Built by Dale Ralph Davis is a warm, accessible guide to understanding what the church truly is-and why it matters. Written with clarity, wit, and deep biblical insight, this short book helps readers explore the beliefs, purpose, and life of a church shaped by Scripture.
Perfect for visitors, new believers, or anyone curious about Christianity, this concise manual explains the gospel and the nature of the church in a way that is both engaging and easy to understand. Davis combines solid teaching with relatable illustrations, making complex ideas simple without sacrificing depth.
Why readers love this book:
Clear explanations of core Christian beliefs and the gospel
A friendly introduction to what church life looks like in practice
Biblical teaching presented in short, readable chapters
Practical guidance on worship, fellowship, and Christian living
Ideal for newcomers exploring faith or considering church membership
Whether used as a welcome gift for visitors, a discipleship resource, or a personal introduction to church life, The House that Jesus Built offers a compelling invitation to discover the beauty and purpose of Christ's church.
Reviews / Votes
"It is a kind of brochure-cum-browser which enables people to make an informed choice about whether or not yours might be the church in which to settle...this book will dissolve the prejudices which many people bring through our church doors and win them for Christ and his church.
"John Benton
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In an age where everyone is offering to re-design the church, Ralph Davis, in this small booklet, winsomely, clearly and, most of all, Biblically reminds us that we have a designer of the church - Jesus Christ - and the glory and majesty of His design. This is a great instrument to remind, encourage and attract people to the bride of Christ and the body of Christ - His Church.
"Harry L. Reeder III
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I can't imagine anything better [than this book] for teaching what it means to belong to The House that Jesus Built - to new Christians who don't yet understand the church (and older ones who ought to!). Ralph Davis is a good friend, and a great Bible teacher. Once again he has come up with a gem for us with this little manual on the church. Biblical, succinct, clear, fun and, above all, brief.
"William J. U. Philip
More details
Edition
Revised ed.
Language
English
Place of publication
Tain
United Kingdom
Edition type
Revised edition
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 178 mm
Width: 109 mm
Thickness: 5 mm
Weight
110 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-5271-1453-1 (9781527114531)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Previous edition
Book
01/2015
Christian Focus Publications Ltd
€24.94
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Person
Dale Ralph Davis was Minister in Residence, First Presbyterian Church, Columbia, South Carolina. Prior to that he was pastor of Woodland Presbyterian Church, Hattiesburg, Mississippi and Professor of Old Testament at Reformed Theological Seminary, Jackson, Mississippi.