Magnificent Story
Uncovering a Gospel of Beauty, Goodness, and Truth
By James Bryan Smith | Publisher: InterVarsity Press
About the book
We are story-making people. We love reading stories—and we love hearing the personal stories of others. We need stories, or narratives, to make sense of our world. And those stories shape our lives. What is the story you have been told about the gospel? About God? About the Christian life? About Jesus? About the cross? About yourself? About heaven?Your answers to these questions will form a story that will determine how your life will go. The answers reveal your ability to trust, to love, tohope—and even your capacity for joy. Any story worth giving the power to shape our lives must pass a simple test: Is it beautiful, good, and true? If it is, then it is a magnificent story—and that is where transformation takes place. From James BryanSmith, author of the bestselling book The Good and Beautiful God, comes this spiritual formation resource meant to help both individuals and groups understand the magnificent story of Christ in their lives. The field-tested material withinincludes spiritual practices at the end of each chapter and a group discussion guide. Uncover the true story of beauty, goodness, and truth that will satisfy the ultimate longings of your heart.
Editions of Magnificent Story
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780830846368
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780830846375
- EBook
- ISBN 9780830889280
Read an Excerpt
We are story-making people. We love reading stories—and we love hearing the personal stories of others. We need stories, or narratives, to make sense of our world. And those stories shape our lives. What is the story you have been told about the gospel? About God? About the Christian life? About Jesus? About the cross? About yourself? About heaven?Your answers to these questions will form a story that will determine how your life will go. The answers reveal your ability to trust, to love, tohope—and even your capacity for joy. Any story worth giving the power to shape our lives must pass a simple test: Is it beautiful, good, and true? If it is, then it is a magnificent story—and that is where transformation takes place. From James BryanSmith, author of the bestselling book The Good and Beautiful God, comes this spiritual formation resource meant to help both individuals and groups understand the magnificent story of Christ in their lives. The field-tested material withinincludes spiritual practices at the end of each chapter and a group discussion guide. Uncover the true story of beauty, goodness, and truth that will satisfy the ultimate longings of your heart.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magnificent Story about?
We are story-making people. We love reading stories—and we love hearing the personal stories of others. We need stories, or narratives, to make sense of our world. And those stories shape our lives. What is the story you have been told about the gospel? About God? About the Christian life? About Jesus? About the cross? About yourself? About heaven?Your answers to these questions will form a story that will determine how your life will go. The answers reveal your ability to trust, to love, tohope—and even your capacity for joy. Any story worth giving the power to shape our lives must pass a simple test: Is it beautiful, good, and true? If it is, then it is a magnificent story—and that is where transformation takes place. From James BryanSmith, author of the bestselling book The Good and Beautiful God, comes this spiritual formation resource meant to help both individuals and groups understand the magnificent story of Christ in their lives. The field-tested material withinincludes spiritual practices at the end of each chapter and a group discussion guide. Uncover the true story of beauty, goodness, and truth that will satisfy the ultimate longings of your heart.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Magnificent Story?
Philosophy and Religion > Religion and beliefs > Christianity > Christian life and practice
Where can I read a sample of Magnificent Story?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780830846368
Is Magnificent Story part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Apprentice Resources
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Magnificent Story?
James Bryan Smith
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Magnificent Story is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780830846368) and paperback(ISBN 9780830846375) and ebook(ISBN 9780830889280)
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