New York Times best-selling author and nationally renowned minister Timothy Keller unlocks new insights into the life of Jesus Christ.
King's Cross is Timothy Keller's revelatory look at the life of Christ as told in the Gospel of Mark. There have been many biographies of Jesus, but few will be as anticipated as this one by Keller, the man Newsweek calls "a C. S. Lewis for the 21st century."
In it, Keller shows how the story of Jesus is at once cosmic, historical, and personal, calling each of us to look anew at our relationship with God. Like Keller's other books, it has tremendous crossover appeal, but it is also ideal for the faithful, those who are looking for a closer connection to Jesus and Christianity.
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"Narrator voice -- not quite Tim Keller"
The book, "King's Cross," is excellent for a compelling overview of amazing treasures that are often overlooked in the Biblical book of Mark. A particularly relevant resource as we are approaching Easter 2011.
I am used to the author's voice through audio files of his sermons. So I had to adjust to hearing Lloyd James' voice and rhythm of narration. Once I focused on the work itself rather than the sound of the narration, I found Mr. James' version to be fine -- just not what I expected at first listen.
A great resource -- just don't expect Tim Keller's voice.
"Jesus for Real People"
When I read most Christian Books, it feels more like an overt sales pitch - the author is trying to convert me to his or her way of thinking, but the funny thing is that most Christian authors also communicate in such a way that if you don't already share their presuppositions it is difficult to thoughtfully consider what they are saying.
Timothy Keller is an author for "everyman" (and woman). He writes in an engaging style that invited me to consider what he is saying in a language that normal people speak. He presents a Jesus for real people.
Jim R
"Amazing - inspiring - life changing"
I have listening to it multiple times, I am suggesting it to all my friends, it is a must if you love Jesus - thank you Mr. Keller, once again, thank you!!
"A Masterwork"
Keller brings depth, richness, and insight to Mark's Gospel. He has a gift of simply and powerfully communicating incredibly deep philosophical/spiritual/theological ideas. I will listen to this audio book again, it's that good.
Lizette
"A wonderful walk through the Gospel of Christ."
Simple, clear, and compelling. Keller takes us to Jesus and holds us close enough that we can't help but be in awe once again of the power of the Gospel.
"Exciting things about the life of Jesus"
great, exceptional supberb
this is the first audible book that I have listened too. It was great to listen to it as I drove, or as I cooked dinner or as I well you get the picture. I used the book mark feature on the kindle fire several times to be able to go back to the spot that was inspiring.
He was clear and concise
"Profound and intelligent look at the life of Jesus"
Thorough, Relavant, Fresh
The description of the girl following an invisible thread leading her on a scarry journey. I powerful picture of what it is like following the king. We don't know where he is leading us, but we know it will get us home.
I listened to the book in parts. There was much rich content to pause and chew on.
When I gave the hard copy of this book to a deep-thinking teacher, he was very encouraged. He said he wanted to read it again to get more out of it.
Theology Bachelor, Civil Engineer, Spanish Teacher.
"not close to CS Lewis"
If he believes in Susbtitutionary sacrifice. But CS Lewis did not believe in that theory. And this book abounds in that direction, very boring trying to convince with extravagant arguments but very unbiblical.
I thought I was going to hear more about CS Lewis theory on the perfect penitent. But instead is a detriment of that biblical an excellent approach.
The two first chapters about God's love and necessity of love. Also I did like the way it explains the connections with The Chronicles of Narnia.
Studies degrees and how he applies his knowledge to ministry.
Tell him to write about The Perfect Penitent.