Are You Still Amazed With Jesus?
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Loved the introductory material.  Wish Michael had developed his thoughts on amazement throughout the commentary.  I since have developed a 10 week series on "amazed" but thought he was going to do it for me.  Just trying to be lazy.
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The question, of course, is: would Jesus have recognized himself in the institution of Christianity which claims to represent him today?  Borg's answer would be no: ". . . Jesus--the Christ of faith--is spoken of as divine, indeed coequal with God, of one substance with God, begotten before all worlds, the second person of the Trinity.  I learned that Jesus as a human being--the historical Jesus--was quite different from all of that.  For one thing, he would not have known any of those things about himself."

So who is the Jesus we meet for the first time here?  Someone who questioned--and overthrew--all the regulations of his world which kept people locked in roles, rather than opening up into what God really wanted from them, because that was what God Itself was too: compassionate, all-loving and non-judgmental.

In short, Jesus came to help each of us grow, within ourselves.  Is that possible when we're handed a script (titled "Salvation"), told to say the following lines, and we'll be assured of the scripted outcome?  Would God really want us to come to It out of sheer terrorism, posing as love?  Would Jesus have intended us to say words out of a script, rather than grow within ourselves--organically--toward God?

For those firmly entrenched (now as "literal Christians") in the very situation Jesus came to free us from, this book will seem "non-Christian."  But for the rest of us, who resonate with Jesus but not with his self-appointed representatives, this is the book to read.
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I'm 63 and lately I've been frustrated I just don't find interesting books maybe because I've being reading since I was 13 LOL, but this book looked interesting and wow what Ema went through, but the miracle doesn't surprise me without Jesus your path is sad, but went you walk with him, he will always be there. God Bless Ema she was healed! May the Glory be to our Lord Jesus Christ!!! Great Book, buy it might lead you to Jesus. God bless every every person that reads this book.
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Yes, you are tempted to read through this book in one sitting, because Mark Batterson makes the Seven Miracles of Jesus recorded in the Gospel of John come alive!  He does not just show us the nature of these miracles but writes in such a way that it is totally relevant for today, as Jesus is the same yesterday, today and forever!
If you read it in one sitting, you will find that you are drawn back to read it again and slowly!  I find myself highlighting his key statements and I have to admit that this is hard to do, because it is loaded and explosive!  I find that this is my most highlighted book in my personal library!  Thanks Mark for writing a great book!
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Shperb study on the Sivereignty of God.  Well written and it will keep you amazed at God's Grace!
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I first read a sample of this book and was so inspired by it that after reading a few accounts I purchased the entire thing. I am so blessed by the stories of Gods miraculous intervention in the lives of these people.  And yes, salvation, the gift of Gods grace is the most remarkable miracle. Who else but God can transform a life, heal an addict, or forgive sin.  In fact when Jesus saw the paralytic lowered in front of him by the mans friends his first act was to forgive the mans sin, then to  confirm that he had the authority to do so he healed him of his physical condition. Which do you think was the greater miracle?
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Have you ever thought He couldn't love you?  Ever felt like you could never measure up?  Ever heard those messages from the pulpit that made you fear instead of fully comprehend His love for you?  This is the book for you.  Written by someone who helps us understand that God truly does loves us ... and is even jealous for us.
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I think in a similar, chaotic, rambling pattern. It was as if t his book was written for me. I love Jesus and often get bogged down in my human thinking and abilities. This book was a wonderful reminder of the enormity of God and his love which knows no limits!
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*****Read this book to better yourself as a Jesus follower and lover of people.

This book will change your perspective forever !!!!
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Wonderful...Beautiful...Glorious!!!  Amazing Grace, Perfect Peace, Everlasting Life!
Jesus is the only way to eternal life in Heaven.....He has the resurrection power to life over death...Here's the Way...
Admit you are a sinner~~Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ~~Confess your sins~~Pray and ask Jesus to come into your heart~~Give Him your life!
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One of my favorite passages is Mark 11:22-24.  It's clear what Jesus was talking about and He meant what He said.  You indeed can have what you say if you believe in your heart and do not doubt.  Many poo poo this truth and it's too bad.  Christians all over the world miss out on so many blessings because they do not believe what Jesus said.  Encouraging little book that, if the contents were practices, would change lives all over the world!
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I like many believe Jesus was a regular guy not just God,s son or a great prophet. Being a regular guy  I would like to think he would be more than willing to sit and talk with me over an ice cold beer. And he would do even if those,on higher self placed pedestals were looking on in disbelief! Yeah even 2000 years later he would be keeping us in perspective about whats important. For those of us that enjoy beer and are faithful , that would be Awesome!
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Your Miracle might be just around the corner!!  I Love This Story because just when we SURRENDER our own plans and give it all to Jesus - He Rushes in with Divine Surprises!!  Blessing Others Proceeds the Miracle - so Bless & Then Get Prepared to Be Blessed!!  Thank you Roy Godwin for Sharing Your Life Story and Your Miracles to Inspire All of Us!!!
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I just finished the book!!! My faith has been strengthened...and renewed...to believe that He IS faithful to answer prayers and He IS faithful to fulfill promises. As you read the incredible testimony of two 'cracked pots,' you will be challenged to believe in the God who does extraordinary, seemingly impossible things!

This book will remind you of the simplicity of just believing God to be who He says that He is...and believing you are who He says that you are IN HIM!

Whether you are a new believer, or have walked with Jesus for a lifetime, or anywhere in between- this book will refresh your soul and challenge your faith!
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When I read his story I was moved to tears about what he had endured.  I could feel the presence of the Lord as I read about how the angels saved him.  This book will bless you and truly make you believe that the Lord has His angels watching over us.  After reading his story I can understand why he said he shouldn't be alive.

You can also hear Bruce share his testimony on "STILL SMALL VOICE RADIO TALK SHOW", at the links below:

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I have trouble even finding the right words to express
how great and wonderful this book is. My heart is beating
a little faster as I think of the stories he shared here.
It's a modern day miracle book and so increases one's faith. I have been moved to again realize how powerful the
Name of Jesus.  It has drawn me into a new committment to
my Lord and I don't want to be the same.
Thank you for allowing us to share our feelings here.
God Bless,
Jerry O'Toole Nyswonger
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"Whoever knows and follows Jesus will continue to enjoy in increasing measure the unfathomable  goodness of GOD"
The words  and footsteps of Jesus are really "here" to speak to lapsed or loving Christians.
Jose' Pagola speaks of his belief that whoever follows Jesus must be ready and willing for radical change...
Personally and worldly,,,
"Nowhere has GOD revealed HIS HEART,or shown his face to us, as HE has done in Jesus"...
Walking, watching and wondering with this book that takes us  along HIS path and passion...
Reminds us of Our possibilities to LOVE and HONOR One another..
and HE WHO REMINDS us
if we "listen".