Joshua: A Parable for Today
 

Joshua

by Joseph Girzone

The Beloved Classic,
Now a Major Motion Picture
When Joshua moves to a small cabin on the edge of town, the local people are mystified by his presence. A quiet and simple man, Joshua appears to seek nothing for himself. He supports himself by working as a carpenter. He charges very little for his services, yet his craftsmanship is exquisite. The statue of Moses that he carves for the... (read more)

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J.M. Hannam
  • Rated 5 stars

What would Jesus do if he arrived in modern times? How would he react to the world? How would we perceive him? These are a few of the questions Joseph Girzone unearths in his modern parable Joshua. An excellent insight into what it means to be spiritual and how we can apply that to the communities we inhabit. A must read for any person of any faith.

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Paul Dubuc
  • Rated 2 stars

I have some mixed feelings about this book. Portraying Jesus in a modern setting is risky business. Sometimes I think there's a little too much of Fr. Girzone in Joshua, but I'm sure that there is also plenty of Jesus in Fr. Girzone. He has a good and thought-provoking message, one that is simply and clearly stated (if often too repetitive) so that many people will be able to understand it and think seriously about it. As an elaborate parable, the story conveys some important...

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