Start with the central event of the Christian faith, take some carefully-curated portions of John Stott's books, add in generous chunks of biblical-theological wisdom from Chris Wright, and what emerges is the book before you. More than a book, though, this is an invitation to come on a journey. It's a journey that takes in six breathtaking vistas - the defeat of evil, the destruction of death, the forgiveness of sinners, the reconciliation of enemies, the governance of history, the restoration of creation - all of which converge in the cross of Christ. Along the way, the opportunity to reflect on passages across Scripture as a whole brings with it a joyous reminder that the cross is not just one moment in the Bible's story, but that which stands as the climax of the entire history of salvation. So, here's my advice: take the journey; invite others to join you; be amazed again at what Christ has done for us and for all creation.