Helpful Score: 3
Good book. Very inspirational but if you are sensitive about criticism of the church/religion I would advise you not to read it.
Helpful Score: 2
Named my son after the character in this book, great peek into the past into the future! More in this series, this is the 1st.
Helpful Score: 1
Full of bad doctrine painted as fiction. Do not recomend.
Helpful Score: 1
One of the best books ever. I own all the Joshua series and wouldn't part with any of them. This is a duplicate paperback and still a keeper for someone else.
Helpful Score: 1
a story with deep insights, you'll want to recommend it to your friends
Helpful Score: 1
One of the finest books I've ever read. The beginning of a series and each one is delightful and well written. A true blessing.
Really sweet.
Beautiful, heartwarming, modern-day parable that spawned several sequels.
Based on an accurate reading of scripture. A story that could take place an time in history. Has universal appeal!
Inspirational account of Jesus in a modern setting. "the woodcarver Joshua disturbs some of his neighbors. While he quietly and lovingly urges all around him to break down the walls that separate them, there are others who are frightened of him. Finally, some chruch leaders confront him..."
This is a wonderful inspirational story about a remarkable man who has special powers and unending love for his fellow man. I have read the book, listened to the talking book and seen the movie and I still love this story.
This is a deeply inspiring book that is based on scripture, but fictionalized to bring life and depth to the persona of Joshua.
from the back:
Here is a profoundly moving, deeply inspiring book that no reader will ever forget. Already Joshua has been called "life-changing," "engrossing," "inspiring," "entertaining." Based on a scrupulously accurate reading of scripture, Joshua has universal appeal and is a true exercise in spirituality. Once you've read it, you'll want everyone you love to read it, too.
Here is a profoundly moving, deeply inspiring book that no reader will ever forget. Already Joshua has been called "life-changing," "engrossing," "inspiring," "entertaining." Based on a scrupulously accurate reading of scripture, Joshua has universal appeal and is a true exercise in spirituality. Once you've read it, you'll want everyone you love to read it, too.
This modern-day parable will encourage you to see others as God sees them, and challenge your empathy for their pain and circumstances.
A profoundly moving, deeply inspiring book that you will not forget. Joshua is the mysterious carver that comes to town and produces statues that no one expects. What type of person is this Joshua?
Christian book - "A Parable for Today" is the subtitle.
When Joshua moves to a small cabin on the edge of town, the local people are mystified by his presence. A quiet and simple man, Joshua appears to seek nothing for himself. He supports himself by working as a carpenter. He charges very little for his services, yet his craftsmanship is exquisite. The statue of Moses that he carves for the local synagogue prompts amazement as well as consternation.
What are the townsfolk to make of this enigmatic stranger? Some people report having seen him carry a huge cherry log on his shoulders effortlessly. Still others talk about the child in a poor part of town who was dreadfully ill but, after Joshua's visit, recovered completely.
Despite his benevolence and selfless work in the community, some remain suspicious. Finally, in an effort to address the community's doubts, the local religious leaders confront Joshua.
What are the townsfolk to make of this enigmatic stranger? Some people report having seen him carry a huge cherry log on his shoulders effortlessly. Still others talk about the child in a poor part of town who was dreadfully ill but, after Joshua's visit, recovered completely.
Despite his benevolence and selfless work in the community, some remain suspicious. Finally, in an effort to address the community's doubts, the local religious leaders confront Joshua.
