Download PDF What If It True? A Storyteller&rsquos Journey with Jesus Audible Audio Edition Charles Martin Thomas Nelson Books

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What If It True? A Storyteller&rsquos Journey with Jesus Audible Audio Edition Charles Martin Thomas Nelson Books Reviews

• I would give it 6 stars, if I could. I have walked with the Lord Jesus for over 40 years, and have been involved in serious Bible Study most of those years. There are very few books, outside of God's Word, that have impacted me as much. C.S. Lewis; "Mere Christianity" for sure, but few others. It is intensely personal and intensely honest. Mr. Martin is very upfront where expressing his own interpretation, but his beautiful prose added new dimensions to my understanding of parts of Jesus' ministry. The description of Jesus leaving and returning to the throne room of heaven brought me to tears, as did his chapter on the cross. The chapter on resignation was an eye opener, and yes, I have kicked the punk out of my life. I have heard of generational sin, but never before has anyone explained the Biblical basis for it. Now I understand, and given my rather colorful ancestry am better prepared to deal with it. Beautiful prayers of application are included at the end of each chapter, and I will most certainly be reading again even more slowly and prayerfully. Thank you, Charles Martin for giving us a book that can deeply touch both the believer and the unbeliever. Yes, it is all true, every word. JCILOA!
• I didn't know exactly what to expect when I started to read this book. I have read all of Charles Martin's novels and loved every one but I knew this one sounded different. I quickly discovered that Mr. Martin wrote this book under the guidance of the Holy Spirit and it has touched my heart as no other book has. It is very inspiring to me as a Christian and I read it as part of my daily Bible study. I recommend it to all Christians, and I also highly recommend it to others who may not have knowledge of the Bible because Mr. Martin tells the Truth in plain language that anyone can understand.
• A couple of things you need to know about this book from the start it is not a quick read. Martin himself asks his readers to linger, read slowly, write in the margins. I could only handle about one chapter a week. To benefit the most, you'll need to wrestle things out, mull over what Martin has written, and see how you can apply it to your own life.
  
  Next, this is not an easy read (which I alluded to above). It's deep, it's convicting. If you are serious about getting to know the God of the Bible personally and deepening that relationship, this book will be a big help along the way.
  
  I have a list of people with whom I want to share this book. There is so much good stuff in it! I'll also need to re-read it before very long. Martin has done an amazing job of pulling together verses from all over the Bible, showing how they are related, and opening up new insights to the reader.
  
  This is a very practical book. Martin offers ways in each chapter to apply what he's written – things he's already done in his own life and with his accountability group.
  
  I received a complimentary copy of this book from Thomas Nelson through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
• I was so excited when I saw that Charles Martin was writing a book diving into some essential questions in the Bible. He is such a talented author and I am blown away by this book. He is a gifted storyteller and he takes you on an incredible journey through stories unlike one I've never been through. He paints these pictures and brings these stories to life in a manner where you feel like you are standing in front of the cross weeping as Jesus takes His last breath. As a Christian, I think at some point we have all asked what if this is really true? What does that mean for me? Charles Martin dives into that question and helps dig your way through it. You will feel touched, inspired, in awe, you will feel closer to God and will have a stronger appreciation, love and respect for Jesus. He makes it very clear that he is not adding, taking away or changing scripture as it is written. This is how he envisions these stories unfolding, what he thinks the people were feeling. You will want to just drown yourself in the Bible going though this book. He recommends you have your Bible and a notebook to write your thoughts and feelings. Do this. I read this as an e-book and plan on buying the book so I can go back through every ounce of this book and make notes. This book has reshaped how I look at the Gospel in a positive way. I feel my heart has been touched and changed. He writes a prayer at the end of each chapter and it feels like you have a prayer partner walking beside you as you think through the issues presented in each chapter.
  
  This isn't just 5 strong stars, I would give it 100 stars if they had that rating available. This is a must read book. I've already bought a copy for my Dad and will be getting one for myself. I see this as one of those books you go back to over and over again.
  
  My thanks to Charles Martin, Thomas Nelson Publishing and Netgalley for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. It has been an honor.
• I have read all of his books. Each year I look forward to the next one(s), often enjoying his writing on vacation, and passing his books around to friends, my dad, and my wife. Then this book was published and smacked me square in the jaw. There’s no mystery in why he wrote the book - he feels a burden to share his faith for the love of God- but there is a mystery about why this book now and not sooner or later. I need to stretch out on my back, in the living room, staring at the ceiling, and reread parts of it while praying. Amazing grace is not an easy gift, and that’s my takeaway tonight.
• I absolutely love this book. I find myself reading it aloud, as if I am reading a script for a play with all the dramatization! I also like the fact that each chapter contains scripture references in the back. Appendix A and appendix B are also very helpful. I have also written all in the book, highlighting things, well, many many things that are important to remember. The prayers at the end of each chapter are so emotional to read but I love the honesty in them. I highly recommend this book for anyone who is a Christian or not, if not you will learn so much about Jesus and the gospel in this book!