What are the experts saying about Dr. Hixson's new book?

Hixson’s work has provided a needed remedy for the doctrine of salvation in our current postmodern climate. First, it has attempted from a balanced grace view to give a clear and precise definition of the gospel of eternal life. In a day weighed down with the absence of clarity and the expansion of uncertainty, this is a welcome breath of fresh air. Second, it provides a keen analysis of varying approaches to the preaching of the gospel of eternal life that dominate so much of North American culture especially involving media personalities. I have not seen this analysis brought together in one place. In light of these two factors, Hixson’s book is well worth the effort of a careful read.
Dr. Mike Stallard, Academic Dean and Professor of Theology
Baptist Bible Seminary, Clarks Summit, PA

J. B. Hixson's book is not only the most readable, the clearest, and most concise book on what the gospel is and is not that I have read, it continues to serve as a reference work to which I return again and again. It simply refuses to stay on the bookshelf. Hixson accomplishes a rare feat in today's theological world: he is both sharply analytical and interesting. If you want one book on the subject of the gospel which says it all and says it well, this is it!
Dr. Mike Halsey, President
Free Grace Seminary, Atlanta, GA

Distortions of the gospel began soon after Paul wrote his first letter (Galatians). He viewed such distortions as a threat to the very core of Christianity. It is our very fallen nature which tempts us to make the gospel more attractive, usually introducing some sort of meritocracy to beef it up or democracy to water it down. Dr. Hixson puts the modern distortions into five catergories, all in order to help us identify the true gospel. This is a very valuable work.
Dr. Dave Anderson, President
Grace School of Theology, The Woodlands, TX

The gospel you believe will impact your philosophy of ministry as well as determine the content of your evangelism. J. B. Hixson is a friend of the gospel. In this new work, he also seeks to be a guardian of the biblical gospel. Theological analysis and contemporary case studies make Getting the Gospel Wrong both thought provoking and readable. Dr. Hixson offers scholarly analysis with pastoral passion. His extensive research and careful exegesis are combined with clearly illustrated analysis. Hixson concludes that definite and dangerous additions to and subtractions from the gospel are prevalent among evangelicals. You may disagree with some of his conclusions, but I believe you will agree the serious discussion is overdue. Hixson gives us a carefully considered place to start.
Dr. Timothy K. Christian, Professor and Dean of Students
Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary, NE Campus
Schenectady, NY

It is grievous to admit, but this book is absolutely needed today. Hixson takes head on the present confusion about the gospel and cogently, biblically, and logically presents a true gospel. The best presentation I have ever read. It should be required reading for all who are in the ministry or who want to understand what it means to believe the gospel of our salvation.
Dr. Charlie Bing, President
Grace Life Ministries, Burleson, TX

The issue regarding the content and clarity of the gospel has been the seminal issue for the Church from the Jerusalem Council of Acts 15 down to this present day. Dr. Hixson provides both theological analysis and pastoral insight for the church. He is to be commended for both his methodology and mindset concerning the scope of this most critical theological topic.
Dr. Fred Chay, Assoc. Professor of Theology
Phoenix Seminary, Phoenix, AZ
President, Grace Line Ministries

“For if the trumpet makes an uncertain sound who will prepare for battle?” (1 Cor 14:8, NKJV) These words should echo deep in our souls as they assert a truism which needs a resurrection if the gospel has any hope of surviving its most recent enemy. The logic is simple---if one must believe to be saved eternally, then what one must believe is unavoidably the life-giving means through which faith becomes ‘saving’ in the individual. Said differently, “If the gospel makes an uncertain sound, then who will be prepared for heaven?”

Dr. Hixson offers a detailed analysis of the current climate of confusion which has so many disoriented concerning the gospel by which we are saved. In a case study analysis, with the backdrop of postmodernism’s tentacled grip on what can be truly known, Dr. Hixson invites the reader to both re-think and re-affirm his own understanding and expression of The Gospel. The onslaught against the gospel shows up in confusion about what one must believe to be saved, as well as what one must preach to offer salvation. All the major missteps in communicating the gospel are exposed, considered, and properly challenged against the authority of the Scriptures. One could ask for little more, except for greater clarity concerning the content of the gospel. Dr. Hixson provides insight on this matter as well, offering (in summation) that the content of saving faith for the proclamation of the gospel is that: Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who died and rose again to pay the penalty for all sin, gives eternal life to each one who trusts Him, and Him alone, for it.

If you care about a clear gospel, then you will want to add Getting the Gospel Wrong to the truth shelf in your library; but only after you’ve spent the time needed to get the point. And, of course, the point is to share a clear and saving message to a confused world which is groping about in the dark for the light of the gospel.
Dr. Fred R. Lybrand, Author and Senior Pastor
Northeast Bible Church, Garden Ridge, TX

In this important work Hixson stands firm as a champion for the cause of the gospel. First, Hixson stands for the clarity of the gospel. He defines the gospel clearly from the text of Scripture and exposes the so-called gospel messages of many today as inadequate. Second, Hixson stands for the core of the gospel: salvation by grace alone through faith in Christ alone. Hixson’s message is greatly needed in our postmodern context of ambiguity and will be heartily welcomed by all who stand on the grace of God in Christ Jesus as the only hope for a lost world in need of salvation.
Dr. Ken Gardoski, Professor of Theology
Baptist Bible Seminary, Clarks Summit, PA

Getting the Gospel Wrong delivers a potent, biblical, and timely message that must be heard and heeded by the evangelical Church of our day. To this bewildered generation that seems to have lost all sense of divine direction, Getting the Gospel Wrong offers a desperately needed spiritual compass. Grounded on the authority of God's Word, this well-researched, well-written book issues a clarion call to return to the truth of the gospel of the grace of God. In so doing, Dr. Hixson has effectively shined the light of the knowledge of the glory of God upon the face of our Savior, Jesus Christ. May the Lord greatly use this book to enlighten this generation and especially to stir the hearts of evangelicals to believe solely in the truth of the gospel.
Tom Stegall, Pastor, Word of Grace Bible Church
Milwaukee, WI

Dr. Hixson is addressing a critical concern in the Evangelical Churches of today. Many have taken the wrong fork in the road, and he has directed us back to the original fork, and guided us down the correct path. He is like the watchman on the wall, declaring what is seen, and what needs to be changed.
Andy Anderson, National Sales Manager
Logos Bible Software, Bellingham, WA

Dr. Hixson addresses in this volume the Kadesh-Barnea of evangelical Christianity, namely, "What exactly is the Gospel of eternal salvation?" In doing so, he accurately and clearly not only expounds what the Gospel is based on the Word of God, but also exposes some of the prominent false gospels of our day. If you are passionate about the clarity and purity of the Gospel of grace in our postmodern society that disdains absolute truth, this is a book I recommend that you carefully read.
Dennis Rokser, Pastor-Teacher
Duluth Bible Church, Duluth, MN

Dr. Hixson’s clear and incisive work is distinct in its format and presentation. His treatise of the content of the gospel and the nature of faith is worth the read alone. In this day and age of getting the gospel wrong, Dr. Hixson got it right!
Dr. Buck Anderson, Pastor, Leadership Development Grace Bible Church, College Station, TX

Hixson’s scholarly approach toward these relevant theological matters facing our postmodern milieu make this an important read for all evangelicals. This book sheds light on the errant soteriological assumptions behind much of conventional church growth methodology and its undulating effects that lead to unhealthy congregational growth.
Dr. Mike Ayers, Professor
College of Biblical Studies, Houston, TX

It is refreshing to see such a complex subject covered with such passion and clarity. In this book Hixson has succinctly and effectively reminded the church to keep focus on being true to the true Christian Gospel. I encourage lay people, pastors and professors to take the time to read this exceptional work.
Joseph Parle, Academic Dean
College of Biblical Studies, Houston, TX

Whether from the radio or television or in church, people hear an amazing number of presentations of "the gospel," many of which are in conflict with the simple biblical truth. Dr. Hixson, in this book, takes on most of them. This is a necessary book.
Bill Ball, Retired Bible College professor
Edmond, OK

Even though you might not agree with all of its content, a book like this ought to be read to help you come to your own conclusions. It will certainly challenge your thinking.
Dr. R. Larry Moyer, President and CEO
EvanTell, Inc., Dallas, TX

Dr. Hixson's book answers many questions that are being asked about the gospel that is being so misrepresented throughout our country. Dr. Hixson is well known in the theological circles and brings both a theological and pastoral message addressing these issues. I recommend this book to anyone who is charged with the responsibility of presenting the truth.
Rick Blount, Pastor, First Baptist Church
Jacinto City, TX

Getting the Gospel Wrong is the right book for anyone trying to clear up the confusing "gospel" messages about today. Hixson exposes unclear and unbiblical presentations of the gospel, and helps readers understand how to simply and clearly present the Good News!
Phil Congdon, Pastor
New Braunfels Bible Church, New Braunfels, TX

As I was reading Dr. Hixson's work I was struck with the casual, if not careless, use of words I had lapsed into through the years. All readers will be encouraged by this work and the clear call it makes to stay within the simple but profound presentation of the Gospel.
Les Wright, Prison Chaplain Ministry
Houston, TX

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