What If It's True?
A Storyteller’s Journey with Jesus
- Christian Living
- Publisher: W Publishing Group (Thomas Nelson)
- Published: 2020
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Publisher's Description
See the Bible come to life before your eyes as New York Times bestselling author Charles Martin uses his storyteller imagination to present the Bible as a novel to help you engage with your faith in new ways. Years ago, Charles Martin cracked open his Bible and began wrestling with a few fundamental questions: What if every single word of Scripture is absolutely true and I can trust it? How do I respond? Something in me should change, but what? How? This book is the result of that exploration. In What If It’s True? Martin brings key moments from the life and ministry of Jesus to life through his descriptive, novelistic words. This unique book: Fosters a stronger appreciation, love, and respect for Jesus Covers topics including rejection, sexual sin, generational curses, and forgiveness Draws on Old and New Testament references as well as cultural background information Includes a prayer at the end of each chapter Martin shares key moments from his own journey as a disciple—and bondservant—of Christ and a mentor to others. The result is an exploration of truth that will help you not just think differently but live differently—starting today.
Endorsements (10)
“Praise for What If It’s True? “What if it’s true for you? Answering the most important question of life is often a journey people are afraid to take because they don’t think they have the right tools or the right guide. This book is both. It is a tool the Holy Spirit will use to bring freedom to the soul, and it is a guide to hold your hand as He leads you into the places you need to go. Inside these pages, you will find the compassion of Jesus, the Father heart of God, and the endearing call of the Holy Spirit. Each chapter is a journey in and of itself, each prayer a healing balm to the wounded or wandering heart. If, indeed, God’s Word is true, then it is true for you—and Charles Martin has painted a picture of the hope this world desperately needs.”
“I’m so glad my friend Charles Martin has written this book! It’s a book like none other I’ve read. He shares some of the deepest truths of the gospel, rooted solidly in Scripture, through an honest and hopeful glimpse into his personal life and faith. You can hear his voice, heart, conviction, passion, and creativity on every page. Sometimes you read a book, and sometimes a book reads you. Sometimes you work your way through a book, and sometimes a book works on you. In the best possible way, this book definitely does the latter. Charles’s authenticity, boldness, and humility in these pages causes me to want to grow in my faith in and affections for Jesus.”
“If you ever wanted an honest glimpse into the heart and mind of this gifted author, then look no further. Or, far better yet, if you have ever longed for a greater understanding of your own heart, and of God’s heart for you, then this book is a must-read. Every chapter places an incandescent spotlight on the only One who can provide the answers and freedom each of us were created to crave.”
“We are encouraged by the apostle Paul to let the word of Christ dwell in us richly. In this book, Charles Martin leads us to where deep biblical understanding and the redeemed imagination meet to help us accomplish just that. In What If It’s True?, Charles helps us experience the living and active Word of God in a way that only a gifted novelist can. My relationship with Jesus is better for having read it.”
“What If It’s True? paints a strikingly vivid picture of what it must have been like to personally experience the unfolding of God’s redemptive plan for the sins of all mankind. Purposefully written, undoubtedly prayed over, and Holy Spirit empowered, Martin’s latest prose left me in tears with my soul yearning for a deeper relationship with our risen Lord.”
“When Charles Martin gave me his new book What If It’s True? to read, my first thought was that it would be a cross between More Than a Carpenter and The Case for Christ. It isn’t. It’s so much more! Martin’s beautiful depictions of familiar stories from Scripture bring so much life to those stories that it almost felt like I was reading fiction. Far from it. The richness that Martin’s creativity “These chapters are the intersection of Charles’s heart for proclaiming the truth of Christ’s sacrificial rescue mission and his inspired gift for telling the story in a way that makes it real, simple, simple, applicable, and entertaining. This book is not just something to read. Other than Scripture itself, this is as close to “being there” and walking through the events and implications of the cross and tomb as one can get. It convinces us that none of our “stuff”—no matter how messy—is beyond His reach.”
“What If It’s True? is an incredible life examination for every believer. If you read this and allow the Holy Spirit access to work in your heart, you will be transformed! I especially believe every men’s group should walk through this spiritually impactful literary journey and see what God can do in each person.”
“This book speaks directly to the heart, specifically to the places that need it most. Charles has taken the biblical stories I’ve heard hundreds of times and given them new life. His gift of storytelling mixed with the Word is powerful. This book should be in the hands of everyone, including believers and the soon-to-be believers. The chapter on blessings and curses, ‘Choose This Day,’ is a game-changer for all God’s people.”
“The lessons in What If It’s True? bypass your mind and heart and strike directly at your soul. Charles Martin’s teaching provides a gut check for your faith while showing you the path to strengthen it. Drink from the cup of this book and ignite your covenant with Jesus.”
“These are the words I need to hear. Over and over. Tears accompanied most of them, but the freedom they provide is life-changing. I’m indebted to Charles for so faithfully walking me through God’s Word. What If It’s True? has pierced my heart and placed me face-to-face with Jesus.”
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