Joshua
Scribner · Print & ebook · April 1, 1995
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- Who it’s for
- A quiet stranger’s arrival invites reflection on scripture, compassion, and a community’s uncertainty.
- Themes
- Second chances, Faith and skepticism, Compassion in a community
- Genres
- Christian Fiction, Biblical Fiction, Christian Allegory
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Rooted in a scrupulously accurate reading of scripture, Joshua is a profoundly moving, deeply inspiring book that no reader will ever forget. Sometimes it happens. After two thousand years, the human race may be given a second chance. 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.
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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, Joshua is confronted by the local church leaders.
Faith and Doubt
A quiet stranger’s arrival invites reflection on scripture, compassion, and a community’s uncertainty.
Come here for
- Scriptural echoes alongside questions of faith
- A carpenter whose kindness stirs both wonder and suspicion
Expect
- A community wrestling with what to believe
- A reflective, faith-centered story
Where it sits
| Christian Fiction | 51% |
|---|---|
| Biblical Fiction | 41% |
| Christian Allegory | 37% |
Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.
Publisher categories
- Faith & Fiction
- Christian Allegory
- Spirituality
- Authors
- Joseph Girzone
- Publisher
- Scribner
- Published
- April 1, 1995
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Theme
- Second chances · Faith and skepticism · Compassion in a community
- Reading lane
- Faith & Fiction