Common people ...Story after story marked by scandal, stumble, and intrigue. Who are these people? They're the people of the Bible.And they're us. We find our stories in theirs. We find our hope where they found theirs. In the hands of an uncommon God.In the midst of them all ... hovering over them all ... is the hero of it all: God. Maker. Shaper. Rescuer of sinking hearts. God. Passing out high callings, second chances, and moral compasses to all comers and takers.In this gathering of inspiring stories from his numbers best-selling books, master storyteller Max Lucado revisits some of his favorite biblical characters -- all of whom were very human and imperfect, just like us.If God can find a place for them ... He might just have a place for us too.
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"Looks at various characters from the Bible that are ordinary people just like you and me (i.e. flawed and imperfect), yet God can do good works in their lives, just like He can do for anyone regardless of what we've done. For example, the prayer of the penitent thief on the cross next to Jesus, who had led life as a criminal, but was told by Jesus "today you will be with me in paradise"."
— Glenn (4 out of 5 stars)
" Great book for small group. Max Lucado enters the mind of his characters and leads us to deeper walk with God. "
— Hsing, 2/11/2014" I started my Christian journey with Max, and then found him watered down fluff. Funny how God knows just what you need and when you need it. An easy read, a reminder and some humility. I really enjoy this book and the perspective Lucado brings. "
— Scott, 2/4/2014" Loved it! Max Lucado has a way of making the characters more real. Very enjoyable! "
— Bonnie, 1/29/2014" While the chapters are short, they are so deep and relevant! I love how Max Lucado can make these stories so true to today. "
— Sarah, 1/29/2014" An easy read, although not one of Lucado's best. He uses a lot of material from his previous works, using allegories to make his points. Still, it never hurts to be reminded that God does use ordinary people to achieve His purpose. "
— Sally, 1/17/2014" Good look at some characters from the Bible. Lucado writes well. "
— Shirley, 11/23/2013" I have not finished this book since we are using it in Life Care, but I decided to review what I have read. I have enjoyed this book. Each chapter is a different character of the bible and it makes you think. I also like the fact that each chapter is short so you can pick up the book at any time. "
— Alycia, 9/17/2013" My small group at church did this book for our last study, it was a really good fix. Lucado is such a great writer because he can rate to such a wide audience of people. "
— Graham, 8/24/2013" A good reminder that God doesn't expect perfection from us - just a willingness to obey and try. "
— Tntexas, 2/1/2013" Amazing book. i actually reaf this in spanish but it was great. its nice to think about certain characters of the Bible in a modern way. "
— Belen, 7/21/2012" Have tissues handy for this one. It's great. "
— Vanessa, 3/17/2012" This was a great book as is all of Lucado's. I so admire Max for his instructed tongue (Isaiah 50:4) that never ceases to inspire me to think through the Scriptures. I love how God gifts His people and it's beautiful to see the gifts God gives being used for His kingdom work. "
— Karen, 10/12/2011" So many great characters of our Bible and Max Lucado correlates them to our own experiences. Well done! "
— Chris, 9/8/2011" As with many topical books, some of the explorations of biblical characters were interesting, and others were, well, not so much. "
— Matt, 6/2/2011" These essays are to savor, so it will likely take me months to get through this book. "
— elliereads, 2/25/2011" Thought he was a bit flip w/ some of the characters but gave you something to think about. We can all be of use, perfection not required "
— Sally, 12/30/2010" My small group at church did this book for our last study, it was a really good fix. Lucado is such a great writer because he can rate to such a wide audience of people. "
— Graham, 7/6/2009Since entering the ministry in 1978, Max Lucado has served churches in Miami, Florida; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; and San Antonio, Texas. He currently serves as teaching minister of Oak Hills Church in San Antonio. He is America’s bestselling inspirational author with more than 130 million books in print.
Roger Mueller is a well-known stage and television actor in Chicago. In addition, his radio and voice-over credits include Unshackled!, the Left Behind series, and the audio series Down Gilead Lane.