Scandalous written by D A Carson is a book about the cross and resurrection of Jesus. On the back cover of the book the author says that the death and resurrection of Jesus is the most central thing in the Bible and it is important for us to know what these events mean.

The book is based on a series of five sermons that were preached by the author and cover the following:

• The Ironies of the Cross (Matthew 27:27-51a)
• The Center of the Whole Bible (Romans 3:21-26)
• The Strange Triumph of a Slaughtered Lamb (Revelation 12)
• A Miracle Full of Surprises (John 11:1-53)
• Doubting the Resurrection of Jesus (John 20:24-31)

As D A Carson looks at each subject he brings out fresh and exciting thoughts from the texts which helps the reader really understand afresh the importance and significance of these events. The early followers of Jesus had their lives turned upside side by the death and resurrection of Christ and we too need to experience that not only this Easter but everyday.

The book is only 168 pages long so it can be read over a weekend and is very easy to read. I thoroughly recommend it!