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Summary: JESUS, THE MAN
Review: As a practicing psychiatrist, Dr. Hodges intimitely knows the inner workings of the human mind. With this book he applies that knowledge to present the thoughts and refections of a very human Jesus Christ. In so doing, the author paints us a vivid portrait of the Savior that is unlike any we've ever seen before.
We hear Jesus speak in his own words as he explains his struggles, the reasons for his actions and his bittersweet feelings about how he was received (or rejected) by the men and women he encountered during his 33 years opn this planet.
Like most people, this Jesus has doubts about the hard decisions he must make. Like most people, he suffers betrayal and death. Unlike most people, he has a secure knowledge of his Father's kingdom.
His reaction to his humiliating and painful path to Calvary stands a as one of the book's most dramatic moments.
As Jesus lingers on the cross dying, he recalls, "It became blacker and blacker for me. I was squirming like a worm on the end of a hook with all of my enemies watching me squirm and enjoying it. I was totally alone and now my Father was gone, too. I was nude, dangling there disfigured."
Whether you're a Christian, a Jew or even an athiest, this book's vibrant characterization of one of the world's most influential thinkers will speak directly to you.
Jesus may be a diety, but on every page here, Hodges reminds us that he is also a man.
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Summary: WOW! PERCEPTIVE, BRILLIANT AND A REMARKABLE ACHIEVEMENT
Review: Dr. Hodges takes a fictional "what if", a sitdown interview with Jesus Christ, and presents a fascinating look at the historical Jesus. This very thoughtful and researched book provides inspiration because Dr. Hodges' own professional background allows a unique insight into the events that shaped Jesus' life and his mission. I COULD NOT PUT THE BOOK DOWN! I have READ the book at least a DOZEN TIMES. I am a PLAYWRIGHT and this book inspired me to write my own one person play about the life of Jesus. I used Dr. Hodges' book as one of the background sources for my play, AN EVENING WITH JESUS. Let me tell a story about the first time I presented this work. Because of my background in theatre, I was asked if I would provide entertainment to an audience of severely mentally handicapped men, women and children. They were on a weekend retreat and my time was to be on Saturday evening. I really didn't know what to do so I thought I'd take the rough draft of AN EVENING WITH JESUS. After about an hour and a half, I still had the attention of an audience that I was told "would probably fall asleep" on me within the first 15 minutes. They loved the story of Jesus that I had written because it gave Jesus a very human presence in their lives. And this is what Dr. Hodges' book, JESUS AN INTERVIEW ACROSS TIME, gives readers - an intimacy with a very real Jesus who we are able to see and understand from his life on earth.
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Summary: WOW! PERCEPTIVE, BRILLIANT AND A REMARKABLE ACHIEVEMENT
Review: Dr. Hodges takes a fictional "what if", a sitdown interview with Jesus Christ, and presents a fascinating look at the historical Jesus. This very thoughtful and researched book provides inspiration because Dr. Hodges' own professional background allows a unique insight into the events that shaped Jesus' life and his mission. I COULD NOT PUT THE BOOK DOWN! I have READ the book at least a DOZEN TIMES. I am a PLAYWRIGHT and this book inspired me to write my own one person play about the life of Jesus. I used Dr. Hodges' book as one of the background sources for my play, AN EVENING WITH JESUS. Let me tell a story about the first time I presented this work. Because of my background in theatre, I was asked if I would provide entertainment to an audience of severely mentally handicapped men, women and children. They were on a weekend retreat and my time was to be on Saturday evening. I really didn't know what to do so I thought I'd take the rough draft of AN EVENING WITH JESUS. After about an hour and a half, I still had the attention of an audience that I was told "would probably fall asleep" on me within the first 15 minutes. They loved the story of Jesus that I had written because it gave Jesus a very human presence in their lives. And this is what Dr. Hodges' book, JESUS AN INTERVIEW ACROSS TIME, gives readers - an intimacy with a very real Jesus who we are able to see and understand from his life on earth.
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Summary: Penetrating ... Powerful ... Persuasive
Review: I first came across this book with the intriguing title years ago in an airport bookstore, and in the nine readings I have enjoyed it has guided me with its depths of insights like no other book I have encountered! Dr. Hodges has brought his unique perspective as a Christian physician and psychiatrist to illuminate Jesus' life, mission and trials in an unforgettable "Interview" that makes all the complexities mesh. The role of family, the Scriptures, culture and government in Jesus' life have never been more clearly explained. Chapter Five is titled "Crucifixion and Resurrection", and this may be the most vivid account from the perspective of the Savior ever penned. I have been tremendously blessed by this book, and will enjoy rereading it many times in years to come!
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Summary: In fulfillment of the Scriptures
Review: I first read this book some years ago and really liked it. Now, after seeing Mel Gibson's PASSION OF THE CHRIST, I have read it again. As I didn't always agree with Mel's interpretation, I don't always with Dr. Hodges' version of JESUS, either. However, I loved the book, especially as Jesus is presented as discovering the Father's will for him through studying the Scriptures. (I am a Franciscan, and St. Francis of Assisi guided his life largely by the Scriptures, too!) That expression,"According to the Scriptures" had fascinated me all my life, and now it makes real sense. The book also gave me a greater understanding of our relationship with God as Father. Especially at this time in history, I'd urge everyone to read this book for a greater appreciation of how God loves us. We can place all our trust in Him! Thanks for your sharing, Dr. Hodges!
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Summary: In fulfillment of the Scriptures
Review: I first read this book some years ago and really liked it. Now, after seeing Mel Gibson's PASSION OF THE CHRIST, I have read it again. As I didn't always agree with Mel's interpretation, I don't always with Dr. Hodges' version of JESUS, either. However, I loved the book, especially as Jesus is presented as discovering the Father's will for him through studying the Scriptures. (I am a Franciscan, and St. Francis of Assisi guided his life largely by the Scriptures, too!) That expression,"According to the Scriptures" had fascinated me all my life, and now it makes real sense. The book also gave me a greater understanding of our relationship with God as Father. Especially at this time in history, I'd urge everyone to read this book for a greater appreciation of how God loves us. We can place all our trust in Him! Thanks for your sharing, Dr. Hodges!
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Summary: Jesus An Interview Across Time
Review: I found this an intriguing premise, and also found the answers plausible and well thought out. Many of the questions posed are ones that I had raised in my own reading. All in all a very interesting book.
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Summary: Great For The Non-Practicing Catholics and so on...
Review: I had read this book back around in '92 finding it among a popular book store. What totally amazes me with this is the fact that if you just believe heresay and superstitions about who so and so heard and just go to churh once a week or just once a year, this opens your eyes to a REAL God who actually desires you to talk with Him! Your hidden hatred toward the Jews will be minimized as your little knowledge of their culture is blossomed in Jesus' spoken love toward His people. You have a different view of Satan as being a master of deception as you "observe" him popping up on Jesus in the wilderness. "Oh! Hi there!" You hear behind His words the pain and sorrow He experienced when losing His stepfather Joseph's passing away. You want to cry when he tells us how the children his age made fun of Him taunting "He doesn't know who his real father is!" You feel the responsibility he takes on as the new head of household as he takes care of his brothers and sisters with His mother. I can go on and on! This is a great book for those who don't "get" the Bible. This will inspire them to open His Word: the Holy Bible and search the treasures inside for eternal life.
Sincerely, U.S. Marine Corporal Tracy J. Hicks
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Summary: The real thing
Review: In this time of "How To" materials for Christians, and a galaxy of Christian superstars, it is immensely refreshing to read a book that deals with the central figure. Namely, Jesus Christ. Forget the prattle about how to experience God and similar fixes for your faith. Learn as much as you can about Jesus. Think about it. How can you worship someone you know very little about.Dr. Hodges has "interviews" with Jesus taken from the Bible. A rock solid Christian, Dr. Hodges takes faith out of the realm of fiction and gives a good look at the reality of Jesus. If you long for Jesus, you wont go wrong with this book.
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Summary: The real thing
Review: In this time of "How To" materials for Christians, and a galaxy of Christian superstars, it is immensely refreshing to read a book that deals with the central figure. Namely, Jesus Christ. Forget the prattle about how to experience God and similar fixes for your faith. Learn as much as you can about Jesus. Think about it. How can you worship someone you know very little about. Dr. Hodges has "interviews" with Jesus taken from the Bible. A rock solid Christian, Dr. Hodges takes faith out of the realm of fiction and gives a good look at the reality of Jesus. If you long for Jesus, you wont go wrong with this book.
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