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Encounters With Jesus

Unexpected Answers to Life's Biggest Questions
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Encounters With Jesus by Timothy Keller explores transformative moments depicted in the Gospels, where individuals meet Jesus and their lives are profoundly impacted. Through these encounters, Keller aims to illuminate the significance of Jesus's teachings and their relevance to contemporary life, offering insights into faith and spiritual awakening. The book is a thoughtful meditation on how these biblical stories continue to inspire and challenge personal beliefs.
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You might enjoy this book if you are interested in exploring thought-provoking insights into the life and teachings of Jesus. It offers a compelling look at various encounters with Him, aiming to deepen your understanding and faith. Ideal for those seeking to enrich their spiritual journey with reflective commentary and historical context.

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In Encounters With Jesus, New York Times-bestselling author and renowned pastor Timothy Keller explores Jesus' answers to life's biggest questions by showing what happened to those who met Jesus personally.

In Encounters With Jesus, New York Times-bestselling author and renowned pastor Timothy Keller explores Jesus' answers to life's biggest questions by showing what happened to those who met Jesus personally.

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What is my purpose in life? Who am I meant to be? How can I live a successful life? Why is there so much wrong with our world today? Am I part of the problem? What can I do to help change that?

These are the big, seemingly unanswerable questions that everyone must ask and then answer in life. In Encounters With Jesus, New York Times-bestselling author and renowned pastor Timothy Keller explores Jesus' answers to life's biggest questions by showing what happened to those who met Jesus personally.

Jesus changed the lives of nearly every person he met in the Gospels. These were powerful experiences that can have a profound effect on us today and help explain not only different aspects of Christianity, but the deep questions of life itself. Timothy Keller highlights ten of these encounters, including his meeting a sceptical student, a religious insider, an outcast, even Satan himself, and proves how invaluable the lessons from these encounters are for contemporary readers.

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Encounters With Jesus by Timothy Keller explores various biblical narratives where individuals interact with Jesus, offering insights into their spiritual implications. Reviews highlight Keller's skill in making complex theological concepts accessible and relatable, often emphasising his engaging storytelling and deep biblical knowledge. Many readers appreciate the book's ability to connect ancient encounters with Jesus to modern spiritual journeys, finding it both enlightening and thought-provoking.

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ISBN: 9781444754162

Publisher: John Murray Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 November 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Faith

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 160g

Pages: 240

About the Author

Timothy Keller was born and raised in Pennsylvania, and educated at Bucknell University, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and Westminster Theological Seminary. He moved to Manhattan in 1989 to found Redeemer Presbyterian Church, which has now grown to three distinct congregations and birthed the church-planting Redeemer City to City programme.

Tim is the author of numerous bestselling books, including The Reason for God, The Prodigal God and most recently Walking with God through Pain and Suffering, and the co-author, with his wife Kathy, of The Meaning of Marriage.

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