David Seccombe studied at Moore Theological College and holds a PhD from Cambridge University. He led George Whitefield College in Cape Town, South Africa through the post-apartheid years of political transition, to become a significant theological centre for Africa.

"Clear, simple, instructive, encouraging—four words that I would use to describe David Seccombe’s The Gospel of the Kingdom. In an age in which the gospel is so often misunderstood and misapplied, I heartily recommend this book for both pastors and congregation members, as well as for the serious enquirer into the Christian faith."
—Mervyn Eloff, Rector, St James’ Kenilworth, Cape Town, South Africa

"Too many accounts of the gospel are lopsided or incomplete. Fortunately, David Seccombe has produced a much-needed and full account of the gospel from all of Scripture. If the gospel is at the heart of the Christian faith, then Seccombe’s book is a must-read."
—Martin Foord, Principal, Evangelical Theological College of Asia, Singapore

"This outstanding book is of immense value in clarifying for the reader both what the gospel is, and how it is presented through the whole Bible. That the author has spent a lifetime meditating on the Scriptures is evident from every part of the book. I personally learned much and gained great benefit through reading it. I wholeheartedly recommend it."
—William Taylor, Vicar, St Helen’s Bishopsgate, London, UK

"Among Christians today, there is confusion over what the gospel is. David Seccombe’s book is a timely antidote that anchors the unchanging message of God’s Son in a fresh reading of the Bible. As a worthy companion to his earlier work The King of God’s Kingdom, this book draws on wide-ranging scholarship, crucial Christian doctrine, important history and striking contemporary illustrations. All this is done with an approach that winsomely summons the reader to consider searching conclusions about the message of Jesus and his kingdom, and to embrace its proclamation."
—Mark Dickson, Principal, George Whitefield College, Cape Town, South Africa

"As a young ministry trainee in Perth back in the 1990s, I was handed an old, printed copy of an essay by David Seccombe called ‘What is the Gospel?’ It turned out to be one of the most significant things I’ve ever read, and it changed my understanding of the gospel and of evangelism forever and (I think) for the better. I am delighted to see that Dr Seccombe has now written a whole book teasing out the ideas and insights I first encountered in that essay. The Gospel of the Kingdom is a well-researched, tightly argued and accessible account of what the New Testament authors and Jesus himself actually meant when they talked about “the gospel”. I hope and pray that through this book, Dr Seccombe’s insights will find a wide and receptive audience."
—Rory Shiner, Senior Pastor, Providence Church, Perth, Australia

"In a world where Christianity is seen by many as tired and irrelevant, this book comes as a breath of fresh, crisp, energy-giving air. David Seccombe brings the person and message of Jesus to life, showing that there is real gospel in the history of Jesus—huge events that turn the world upside down. He writes in a way ordinary people can grasp and at the same time resolves many of the conundrums academics throw around. But the strength of the book is in reawakening us to the uniquely colossal achievements of Jesus the Christ and reviving joyful hope in those who would trust Jesus. Heartily commended."
—Tim Thorburn, Western Australian Director, Australian Fellowship of Evangelical Students; Executive Officer, Perth Gospel Partnership

"Clearing away fogs of misunderstanding, David Seccombe takes us to the heart of the gospel of God’s kingdom as the Bible presents it. He explains how Jesus’ life—his teaching, miracles, death, resurrection, ascension, heavenly rule and promised return—relate to the gospel. Helpfully, he shows how the first Christians proclaimed it and how contemporary Christians might do so more accurately. This is done with the clarity of a good teacher and the depth of a scholar. Anyone—Christian and non-Christian alike—who wants to understand what Jesus was about, and why he was believed, will find this book stimulating and informing."
—Stephen Williams, Former Dean of St Peter’s Cathedral Armidale, NSW, Australia; Former Regional Director, Langham Preaching, South Pacific

"This book is a great introduction to Jesus, his lordship, his preaching, the apostolic preaching about him, and how all these might affect our gospelling. It is rigorous in argument, pastoral in dealing with our questions, and simple in expression. It answers many common apologetic questions and deals with some of the alternative views about the Lord Jesus and his gospel. It is not an evangelistic book, but will be a helpful explanation of Jesus to some of my friends. It is not a book of doctrine, but from many texts throughout the Bible it argues cogently for contested doctrines, like justification by faith alone. In a world that desperately needs it, The Gospel of the Kingdom points us back to the hope of nations: Jesus and his gospel."
—Bruce Hall, Cross-cultural Ministry Consultant, Anglican Diocese of Sydney