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John N

John N

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One of my college prof's told a group of young theologians, of which I just happened to be part, "Gentlemen, hang on to your books. They will be some of your best friends and they will never turn their backs on you." I took his words to heart and have almost every book I've ever bought. The only ones I'm missing are those I loaned to someone... more »
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  • Anna

    Anna says

    I would love for you to join a group I belong to call Walking with Jesus. I love the questions you ask and the remarks you make. Anna

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Tracey S

    Tracey S says

    Hi John. Your name came up on one of my discussions for a group with are both members of. Glad to be friends with you and i look forward to browsing your bookshelves. Tracey. x

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • A. Michaelson

    A. Michaelson says

    Hi, John. I’m the author of The Sandal Maker, a new novel about the public ministry of Jesus from a unique point of view, a little controversial at times. It’s a story that will take you on a fascinating journey in first century Galilee. A “must read” for those on a spiritual quest. You can read reviews at Amazon.com. I’m including here the publisher's notes. Let me know what you think.


    Book Description:
    Caleb, an elderly Jew, leaves the safety of his home in Cana on a mission to find a man he believes is in Jerusalem. Miriam, Caleb’s only remaining child, accompanies him disguised as a boy. In the desolation of the war struck Galilean countryside, father and daughter risk their lives to journey south on the Jordan River trail. As they walk, Caleb intrigues Miriam with a captivating story of his youth that will change her future destiny. A story of a time forty years prior when he became a sandal maker in order to observe a man some called the Miracle Worker. Caleb secretly kept notes of the events he saw and heard as he followed the crowds. With his objective, skeptical point of view, he reveals the fascinating ministry of the one he called the “Master.” Heart pounding perils and the threat of death endanger the two travelers, but nothing could foretell the fate awaiting them in Jerusalem!

    From the Publisher
    A. Michaelson's new novel, The Sandal Maker, takes the reader on a fascinating journey back to the year 70 A.D. in worn torn Palestine. The author creatively weaves two stories together, one in the present, the other in the past. Heartwarming, enlightening and tragic, The Sandal Maker paints a portrait of one man's life and his involvement in how the gospel came to be.

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Brandon C

    Brandon C says

    I'll look forward to lunch!

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  • Brandon C

    Brandon C says

    Did you once mention reading 'Orthodoxy' by Chesterson...or am I dreaming that?

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  • Steven

    Steven "Swiv" W says

    Was just checking out your list and saw "the judge"...Sounds interesting...You'll have to let me know how it is...

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Patty F

    Patty F says

    John - I wish I had time to talk to you about "The Magnificent Defeat." I still wiish for a discussion, but my life has gotten very crazy lately. Best, Patty

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Brandon C

    Brandon C says

    Their claim is that worship services lost their interactive nature during the time of Constantine....so they're going pretty far back on the food chain. However your point about apathy and leadership hits the nail on the head. You lead us in a very interactive service on Wednesday and Sunday evenings, and it works irregardless of configuration.

    Have a blessed week.

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  • Brandon C

    Brandon C says

    George Barna and Frank Viola's book 'Pagan Christianity' dedicates its first chapter to how the "church building" is to blame for the spectator sport that worship has become instead of the interactive worship service that is written about in the scriptures. It was a very interesting read for me today, considering you brought this very subject up just last night.

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  • Steven

    Steven "Swiv" W says

    So far the book has revealed how the Bush Administration told half truths and ultimately tried to keep scientist from advancing...I feel that there should be an international code of bioethics when dealing with certain issues (ie reproductive cloning)...It is interesting to read some commentaries of how the religious right has taken the Pro-life lobby and applied it to numerous other issues...

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  • Brandon C

    Brandon C says

    It's cultural, not global. He talks about the failure of the emergent church because it engaged culture at the expense of the gosple. So the message is engage but don't compromise.

    Each chapter ends with questions, so that causes me to slow down after each chapter and think the material through. It's very thought provoking.

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  • Brandon C

    Brandon C says

    I'm about a third of the way through, 'The Radical Reformission' by Mark Driscoll. I can already tell that it is worth suggesting that you take a look at, so we can discuss it sometime in the future. It's about taking the gosple out into the culture without compromsing its content. It has some similarities to Wild Goose Chase and Chasing Daylight......but it very Driscoll-esque. I hope you will consider giving it a look.

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  • Brandon C

    Brandon C says

    Just got your voice mail about the book Thr3e. I knew you would love it! My brother, Brad, is reading it now.........can't wait for him to get to the end!

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Steven

    Steven "Swiv" W says

    The shelf is up and running !!! Still got to add a few books...

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Brandon C

    Brandon C says

    I look forward to hearing your review of Thr3e. Dekker's Slumber of Christianity was not written well at all, but his idea was solid, I'll fly it by you next time I see you.

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Brandon C

    Brandon C says

    In House, the little girl represented salvation but no one listened to what she was trying to tell them because they were to busy trying to save themselves. Then in the Circle trilogy he has a group of diseased people who do not see themselves as having a disease.........I think those are powerful images and that's why I am really enjoying his books.

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  • Brandon C

    Brandon C says

    You've peaked my intrest with the Wild Goose book. Also we need a long lunch sometime soon. I've read the Circle trilogy, and now we need to discuss it over a good burger and some tea!

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Glenn N

    Glenn N says

    Thanks, I added it to my Amazon list.

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  • Paul T

    Paul T says

    John, Thanks for the information about 'Shelfari' I find it easier to work with than 'Goodreads' Thanks Bro.

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Brandon C

    Brandon C says

    I appreciate you telling me about the Tozer book, I will have to add it to my wish list. I have been wanting to read something by him.

    The Mark Driscoll book that I am reading 'Death By Love' may turn out to be the best book I've ever read. That's a pretty weighty thing to say about a book, so I'll keep you posted.

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )

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