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John R. W. Stott is known worldwide as a preacher, evangelist and communicator of scripture. For many years he served as rector of All Souls Church in London, where he carried out an effective urban pastoral ministry. A leader among evangelicals around the world, Stott was a principal framer of the landmark Lausanne Covenant. His many books, including Why I Am a Christian and The Cross of Christ, have sold millions of copies worldwide. Whether in the West or in developing countries, a hallmark of his ministry has been expository preaching that addresses the hearts and minds of contemporary men and women. He was honored by Time in 2005 as one of the 100 Most Influential People in the World.

Tim Chester (PhD, University of Wales) is director of theological studies and lecturer in spiritual formation at Crosslands. He has over 25 years of experience in pastoral ministry, as well as being the author or coauthor of over forty books, including A Meal with Jesus; Reforming Joy; and, with Michael Reeves, Why the Reformation Still Matters.