25 Life-Changing Questions from the Gospels
Letting Jesus Lead You through the Stages of Spiritual Growth
by Allan F. Wright
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Pub Date Dec 02 2016 | Archive Date Jan 03 2017
Description
In the gospels, Jesus frequently asked his followers and enemies tough questions like “Why are you anxious?” “Do you believe this?” and “Why do you doubt?”
In 25 Life-Changing Questions from the Gospels, you will see that you are no different from those Jesus questioned—a grieving sister, a fearful friend, an incessant doubter. And you’ll learn that his questions—and the issues that they raise—are just as relevant and life-changing to Catholics today as they were to Jesus’ first followers.
Educator and author Allan F. Wright will lead you through five stages of spiritual development—from spiritual seeker to faithful disciple of Christ—so that you can become better able embrace and share the life-giving power Jesus offers. You will come away recognizing Jesus for the wise teacher that he was and as the God who loves you still.
Features & Benefits
Wright has an active speaking circuit, ranging from keynotes at charismatic conferences to smaller engagements at parishes and retreats.
Wright is the academic dean for St. Paul Inside the Walls, the Catholic Center for Evangelization for the Diocese of Paterson, New Jersey. The organization has more than 1,500 followers on Facebook.
A Note From the Publisher
He is a 1986 graduate of Seton Hall, earning a bachelor’s degree in religious studies. He earned his master’s degree in theology and biblical studies at Seton Hall, where he also received the Pope John Paul II Medal for Academic Excellence.
Wright is a speaker and the author of eight books, including Daily Companion for Young Catholics and Jesus the Evangelist. He received a first-place award in 2008 from the Catholic Press Association for Jesus in the House and was named teacher of the year in the Archdiocese of Newark in 2000. Wright is a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Missionary Cenacle Apostolate. He is the host of a weekly program on Radio Maria, Jesus the Evangelist. He is a frequent guest on Relevant Radio and EWTN and has been featured on Fox News and in Catholic Digest and the National Catholic Register.
He and his wife, Desiree, live with their four children in Basking Ridge, New Jersey.
Advance Praise
“I’ve seen many books that answer people’s questions about Jesus, but this is the first one I’ve seen that asks people to answer Jesus’ questions about them. Whether you’re a life-long believer or just curious about Christianity, this book can help you meet Jesus as if for the first time.”
John Bergsma
Author of Bible Basics for Catholics
"With the skill of an accomplished biblicist, author Allan Wright systematically examines twenty-five important questions that Jesus asks in the gospels. He helps his readers examine their lives in light of Jesus’ teaching. His crisp, engaging writing style leads the readers to face the very person of Jesus who alone is the answer to our most profound questions."
Most Rev. Arthur J. Serratelli
Bishop of Paterson
Chairman of Committee on Divine Worship of the USCCB
“As a spiritual director, it becomes evident in the spiritual life that it is not sufficient to talk about Jesus, but rather, we must come to know him personally in dialogue with him. In this lucid and accessible work, Allan Wright opens a path to that conversation by allowing us to meet Jesus intimately as our Lord asks the key questions about life and faith to each one of us directly. 25 Life-Changing Questions from the Gospels is such a help to deepening this intimate bond with our Lord!”
Msgr. Joseph R. Chapel
Spiritual Director
Casa Santa Maria, Pontifical North American College
Rome
“Whether teaching the parables of Jesus or leading retreats and workshops, Allan Wright powerfully engages audiences with the Word of God, launching and accompanying them on a spiritual journey of self-reflection and soul-searching. This gift for inspirational teaching also shines through in 25 Life-Changing Questions from the Gospels where Allan invites us to hear Christ gently questioning us and beckoning us to draw nearer to Divine love. Unpacking these questions, Allan gives us the tools to respond authentically to Christ’s invitation, as we embark not only a journey, but a Divine transformative adventure.”
Dianne M. Traflet
Associate Dean for Graduate Studies and Administration
Immaculate Conception Seminary
“An excellent book written clearly and succinctly by a skilled and inspiring teacher and author. 25 Life-Changing Questions from the Gospels is an invitation to examine and critically evaluate life’s big questions. It is a good exercise for everybody to consider in their spiritual journey and discipleship. Take up and read!”
Ines Murzaku
Professor and Founding Chair of the Department of Catholic Studies
Seton Hall University
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| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781594716751 |
| PRICE | $15.95 (USD) |
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Featured Reviews
Nekeisha C, Reviewer
Simple questions that mean so much more than meets the eye. I loved delving deeper into scripture and especially the Gospel, really hearing many of these questions asked of myself personally.
At the end of each chapter/question there are "pray", "contemplate", and "wonder" sections with questions to help you go deeper. To encourage personalization and understanding. I loved these questions for journaling.
This book is great for personal or group study. I'm hoping to suggest this for my women's group.
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