We don’t usually identify with the author of a great story. Instead we bond with the hero and heroine-the ones that the story is about. We share in their heartaches and triumphs. We cheer their accomplishments and mourn their losses.
When we think about our own story, we may see God as the author-an omniscient and omnipotent cosmic mastermind-but fail to recognize Him as the central character. In Epic, a retelling of the gospel in four acts, John Eldredge invites us to revisit the drama of life, viewing God not only as the author but also as the lead actor, exploring His motives and His heart. Eldredge examines the power of story, the universal longing for a "plot" that makes sense deep inside us, our desire for a meaningful role to play, our love of books and movies, and how all of this points us to the gospel itself.
It’s a story better than any fairy tale! Our human hearts are made for great drama, and the gospel, with its tragedy and grandeur, truly is epic. Also available as an unabridged audio on CD, as well as hardcover Spanish edition.
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Reviewed by Denice Shelburne (Sugar Land, TX), November 16, 2009
Love this video!! Very encouraging and helps you to see your life from a different perspective, God's!
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Reviewed by Lawrence Bates (Spring Valley, NY), May 31, 2009
A good, easy to read book that is fun to read, too. John Eldridge is a very inspiring author. Buy extras and give them away!!!
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Reviewed by Min. Harry Allen (Birmingham, AL), May 26, 2009
It was a great read. I share this book with my men's ministry and the men responsed favorably to the book. I love the parrell with everyday life, until we all understand that we must model the Word of God for the people around us that's the only way to show the world Jesus is alive and well becasue he live in us.
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Reviewed by Ron Johnson (Ocean Shores, WA), May 21, 2009
easy to read and inspiring. Plus interesting story of different authors was interesting. He used situations to explain things.
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Reviewed by Jill Heinold (Shamong, NJ), January 02, 2009
I buy this book in 4s and 5s because I love to give it away. I read it years ago, and it changed the way I look at life as a Christian. I am so captivated by its message still that so often when I am speaking with someone, it just seems to be able to answer their life's questions right then, so I give them a copy. It is just amazing how it can open one's eyes to just what the Christian life is all about and what it is meant to be--and such a comfort in difficult times! A short book, it can be read in 2 days. Read it, you'll love it!
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Reviewed by Kristen Stoddard (Rapid City, SD), January 02, 2009
Loved it! Great insight for the new or experienced Christian or for those seeking answers. I had to buy more to give as gifts!
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Reviewed by James Ammons (Sanford, NC), October 07, 2008
Fantastic little book(don't let the size fool you) for anyone from new believer to seasoned Christian. Explains in everyday language not only who we are , why we are here,and what we have to look forward to but also the longings of the heart and where they come from. I can't think of anyone that would not be blessed by this little jewel. Eldridge has been spending time with the Man!!
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Reviewed by Zelda (Seattle, WA), July 04, 2008
And, what a story! I immensely enjoyed it. Placed in this context, as the basis for an Epic story, your view, and understanding of Who GOD, Our Heavenly Father is, will change. You will come to know the heart of GOD, and may begin to grasp how wide, how long, how high, and how deep is the love of GOD. I'm telling you, you will want to purchase several, 1 for you to keep and cherish, and the others you will want to give to those you love. Great resource for discipling.
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