• The Wisdom Jesus

  • Transforming Heart and Mind - A New Perspective on Christ and His Message
  • By: Cynthia Bourgeault
  • Narrated by: Jo Howarth
  • Length: 6 hrs and 54 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (875 ratings)

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The Wisdom Jesus

By: Cynthia Bourgeault
Narrated by: Jo Howarth
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If you put aside what you think you know about Jesus and approach the Gospels as though for the first time, something remarkable happens: Jesus emerges as a teacher of the transformation of consciousness. Cynthia Bourgeault is a masterful guide to Jesus' vision and to the traditional contemplative practices you can use to experience the heart of his teachings for yourself.

©2008 Cynthia Bourgeault (P)2014 Audible Inc.

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Pantheism/ Not at all Christian

This book is deceptive and weaselly and denies the sovereignty of God and acknowledgement of Jesus Christ as the One true savior. It is deeply, incredibly concerning how the author relies on her own/worldly knowledge and wrongfully teaches the messages of the Bible. Disgraceful that this kind of doctrine has snaked its way into the church. God help us.

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An Excellent View Point

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

yes this was an excellent book on the topic of transforming the heart through the eyes of the Christian point of view. I totally appreciated how the author presented her points without being ultra pious or not appreciating that other religious traditions are equally valid.

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I believe that this is one of those books that deserves to be listened to at least three times as the information is rich and much can be missed with only one listening. A total pleasure each time I listened. Very worthwhile.

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I I I all about the author

I was looking to increase my faith and found that it was a story about one person's journey through several religious brands and her interpretation of Jesus. A lecture from a woke ivory tower professor.

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Just plain heresy.

Once one gets past the pretty packaging, this book is simply heretical. Or, put differently, the author does not describe the gospel of Jesus Christ or Christianity but some other religion.

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Back to the roots

Christian theology and worship, particularly among evangelicals, is often based on bizarre interpretations of a great teacher who would have been appalled by how his core messages of love, compassion and empathy have become so twisted and lost. Bourgeault’s refreshingly brilliant book challenges us to contemplate the words of Jesus. A unique perspective, worth reading more than once.

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This book has helped me on my spiritual path!!!😀

I will continue to listen and take notes. my journey is long,and it will be difficult. This book is helping me clean out my mind.

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Outstanding

Outstanding in all respects and would like on web or otherwise other material to delve into so I can continue with the process initiated here.

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One of the best, if not THE BEST

This is possibly the best book about Jesus I have been privy to in my 42 years around the sun thus far. I cannot recommend this highly enough. Praise you Cynthia. Thank you.

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Amazing

So much of what is taught in this book I have been experiencing, but no one was sharing this. I really benefited from Chapter 15 and will listen to that again and again. I finally feel unstuck and encouraged and validated. So thankful.

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Powerful reading for all who seek the Christ

Would you listen to The Wisdom Jesus again? Why?

I have listened to The Wisdom Jesus 3 times. It has broadened my perspective and I have learned a lot. A must-read for every open-minded Christian. This deepened my faith.

What did you like best about this story?

There are Christians who think that Christianity is just about believing the right things about Jesus - but that is not what Jesus calls us to do. Jesus calls us to "put on the mind of Christ " and be transformed. This book resonates with deep truths fromwithin the heart.

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I also bought the book, but I do not have as much time to read - so I listen in my car.
I do also love Jo Howarth's delivery.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

This is a book to be "chewed and digested" not swallowed whole.

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