Andrew Murray
'Jesus Himself'
"'Jesus Himself' by Andrew Murray is a religious treatise written in the late 19th century. The book explores the theme of the personal experience of Christ in a believer's life, inviting readers to go beyond mere knowledge of Jesus to a deeper relationship and understanding of His presence. It emphasizes the transformative power of acknowledging a living and active Christ in one's daily life. The content of the book unfolds through a progression of stages in the Christian life, as illustrated by the story of the disciples on the road to Emmaus. Murray identifies four key stages: sadness due to unrecognized hope in a dead Christ, a slow heart of unbelief, a burning heart filled with joy from Jesus' words, and finally a satisfied heart that knows Christ personally. Throughout the text, Murray encourages readers to seek a profound, personal connection with Jesus, emphasizing the importance of faith, obedience, and a continual desire for deeper communion. This approach ultimately claims that knowing Christ personally leads to greater peace, holiness, and strength in the Christian walk."