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The Jesus I Never Knew

Revealing What 2,000 Years of History Have Covered Up
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How does the Jesus of the New Testament compare to the Jesus we think we know so well? Join bestselling author Philip Yancey as he conducts an enlightening biblical and historical investigation into the real Jesus.

From the manger in Bethlehem to the cross in Jerusalem, Yancey presents a complex character who generates questions as well as answers—a disturbing and exhilarating Jesus who wants to radically transform your life and stretch your faith.

The Jesus I Never Knew cuts through existing views and preconceptions, discusses how different cultures view Jesus, dissects popular quotes, and points readers back to the Bible, engaging heart, mind, emotions, and senses for a life-changing encounter with the Jesus of the Gospels.
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The Jesus I Never Knew is ideal for readers interested in religion and spirituality, particularly those seeking a fresh, reflective, and historically grounded view of Jesus. It suits both individuals new to Christian faith and those wishing to deepen their understanding and relationship with Jesus.

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Philip Yancey reveals the real Jesus beyond the stereotypes, revolutionizing the reader's passion for Christ.

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How does the Jesus of the New Testament compare to the Jesus we think we know so well? Join bestselling author Philip Yancey as he conducts an enlightening biblical and historical investigation into the real Jesus.

From the manger in Bethlehem to the cross in Jerusalem, Philip Yancey presents a complex character who generates questions as well as answers — a disturbing and exhilarating Jesus who wants to radically transform your life and stretch your faith.

In The Jesus I Never Knew, Yancey:

  • Cuts through existing views and preconceptions of Jesus, citing experts from church history, modern history, and popular culture
  • Discusses how different people and cultures view Jesus
  • Dissects popular quotes about Jesus
  • Points us back to the Bible

The Jesus I Never Knew will engage your heart, mind, emotions, and senses, preparing you for a new, life-changing encounter with the real Jesus described in the Gospels.

Praise for The Jesus I Never Knew:

"This is the best book about Jesus I have ever read, probably the best book about Jesus in the whole century. Yancey gently took away my blinders and blazed the trail through my own doubting fears, pious know-it-all, and critical balderdash until I saw the Saviour anew and thought I heard him ask me, 'Now whom do you say that I am?' and I understood the question as I never had before."

--Lewis B. Smedes, Senior Professor, Fuller Seminary

"Philip Yancey takes the reader with him on his very personal journey to Jesus. In The Jesus I Never Knew, I became convinced that the Jesus I met—in some ways for the first time—has known me all along. This book is destined to become a favourite—to recommend to those still seeking Jesus and to pass along to those who've met him, but long to know him more."

--Elisa Morgan, President Emerita, MOPS International

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780310219231

Publisher: Zondervan

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 January 2002

Country: United States

Imprint: Zondervan

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 214.0mm

Weight: 276g

Pages: 304

About the Author

Philip Yancey serves as editor-at-large for Christianity Today magazine, has written twelve Gold Medallion Award-winning books, and two Kip Jordon ECPA Books of the Year, and lives with his wife in Colorado. Philip Yancey es redactor especializado de la revista Christianity Today y ha escrito varios libros que han recibido premios, entre ellos Desilusion con Dios, publicado por Editorial Vida.

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