In
The Jesus I Never Knew, Philip Yancey reveals the real Jesus beyond the stereotypes, offering a new and different perspective on the life of Christ and his work---his teaching, his miracles, his death and resurrection---and ultimately, who he was and why he came. Relating the gospel events to the world we live in today,
The Jesus I Never Knew gives a moving and refreshing portrait of the central figure of history.
With a willingness to tackle difficult questions, Yancey looks at the radical words of this itinerant Jewish carpenter and asks whether we are taking him seriously enough in our own day and age. 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; and a Jesus who is brilliant, creative, challenging, fearless, compassionate, unpredictable, and ultimately satisfying.
Philip Yancey reveals the real Jesus beyond the stereotypes, revolutionizing the reader’s passion for Christ.
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Reviewed by Brian Chilton (Yadkinville, NC), January 01, 2010
I am a pastor. I bought a copy for each of my deacons for Christmas. This book is a MUST read for every Christian. This should be in everyone's library. I have read this book twice already. Yancey is a wonderful writer with impeccable insight. If you are looking for a book that is not only a good read but a book that will change your perspective, read this book.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Cynthia Wallace (Waldoboro, ME), December 23, 2009
One of the best books I have ever read.I bought this copy to give as a gift. I have read mine twice and also completed the study guide. Yancey is a gifted author!
4.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Bonnie Crowder (Crossville, TN), October 01, 2009
I find this to be extremly helpful, giving
new insights. Some chapters are the best I have ever read such as the chapter on the temptation of Jesus and the Sermon on the Mount.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by John Coolidge (Riverside, CA), April 28, 2009
Very insightful - totally spiritual- easy to read - mostly easy to understand- my pastor loves this book and recommends it highly.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Barry Savage (Cottonwood, CA), January 06, 2009
The best book I've ever read about the person of the Lord Jesur Christ in over 30 years. I've given away a number of copies to friends & family, Christian or not.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Nancy Fowler (Brooksville, FL), June 17, 2008
Great book, at a great price. Lots of insight and lots of food for thought. Sometime we really need to check the Jesus we should know, in place of the Jesus we made into what we want Him to be at this moment.
2 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Clifford Smith (Lawrence, KS), February 05, 2008
I found Philip Yancey's book "The Jesus I Never Knew" to be very insightful and challenging to the way I had always thought of Christ. He forced me to think about Jesus in ways I had never even considered Him to be. Mr. Yancey's chapter on the Sermon on the Mount was eye opening and caused me to reconsider everything that I thought I understood about His teachings. I would say to anyone read this book it will make you think and it will challenge what you may have always believed!
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Phyllis Sink (Galax, VA), January 21, 2008
My Sunday school class is finishing our study of WHAT'S SO AMAZING ABOUT GRACE which has impacted our lives in marvelous ways. We are looking forward to our next study, THE JESUS I NEVER KNEW. I am rating the "Grace" study and will rate the other study in the future.
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