Sean Gladding Boeken

"The ever present ache of exile rises above the comforting sounds of the river, as the image of the house of the LORD in ruins breaks the peace. . . . Despite the warmth of the fire, he feels a chill. He wraps his cloak around him and looks into the eager faces of his people, then closes his eyes. 'Picture this scene . . .'"Before the Bible was a book, it was flesh and blood.In this book, you can travel with Sean Gladding between the lines of the Scriptures to listen in on the conversations of people wrestling with the Story of God for the first time. Whether sitting around a campfire in Babylon, reclining at table in Asia Minor or huddled together by candlelight in Rome, you'll encounter a tale that is at once familiar and surprising.can be read alone but is especially rich shared with a group. Sean Gladding presents an account of the Bible that pays attention to its audience as well as its message. He introduces you to people who may remind you of yourself or your family, friends and coworkers. As much as the Bible is a story about God, it's also a story about you--and all of us--as we encounter God in a new way.

Exploring the theme of exile, the narrative invites readers to engage deeply with the Bible as a living story rather than a static text. Sean Gladding transports you to pivotal moments throughout Scripture, allowing you to hear the struggles and conversations of individuals grappling with their faith. Set in diverse locations from Babylon to Rome, this book emphasizes the relational aspect of the biblical narrative, making it a personal journey that resonates with contemporary readers. It encourages shared exploration, enhancing the experience of understanding both God and ourselves.