The meaning in the miracles

Explanations of Jesusb miracles often get stuck in their supernatural elements, speculating whether such things could possibly have occurred. Jeffrey John argues that this is to mistake the shell for the kernel. The Gospel writers recorded the many miraculous works of Jesus not to provoke open-mouthed amazement but, rather, to prompt readers to seek the deeper meaning inside each of these spectacular events.A best-seller in England and now available for the first time in the United States, "The Meaning in the Miracles" is praised as a must-have guide to Jesusb miracles. Walking readers through all the miracle stories found in the Gospels, John offers insightful commentary that makes clear their meaning for today. Each chapter ends with several choice quotes for prayer and meditation -- relevant Scripture passages and literary excerpts from throughout church history -- helping to make the book ideal for both personal and group study.As John shows, the stories of Jesusb miracles are loaded with prophetic and theological significance meant primarily to foster personal faith. By reflecting on the depths and dimensions of meaning that the Gospel writers intended to convey, readers encounter afresh the One whose works of power always announced -- and still announce -- the good news of his transforming love.… (more)