Review of Cross Intents
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Review of Cross Intents
[Following is a volunteer review of "Cross Intents" by Scott Wells.]
Scott Wells delivers a powerful message of God's love and restorative power in [<i>Cross Intents The Baptism[</i>]. Simultaneously, Wells shows in this fictional story that is based on Jesus' life between his birth and baptism that Satan's lies cause distrust and turmoil. People struggle to believe there is a God as sicknesses attack them, follow false messiahs, and become demon-possessed. Furthermore, people become angry, confused, and lonely. Satan and his cronies are always working to stay hidden. Meanwhile, Jesus is patiently waiting for people to find him.
Like the first book in the trilogy, the world is divided into three realms. Most of the action takes place in the Middle Realm, where Elric is in charge of protecting Jesus' life until it is time for him to become a public figure. Wells summarizes the first book on at least two occasions, so readers can easily enjoy this book without having read the first one. The second book opens with a scene from Herod's court. Then, it quickly switches to the three magi, Casper, Melchior, and Balthazar, studying their astrological charts.
I like how the author uses Hebrew to describe events at the temple. For instance, 'Pidyon Ha"Ben" is an important Jewish ceremony for firstborn sons. I found myself worshipping when Wells describes the interaction between Jesus and Simeon. Wells' point about Satan not being able to harm Jesus was very powerful. In contrast, Wells shows that humans can cause sorrow for the Living Savior.
In the garden scene, I disagree with the author about what Jesus would have done about the weed being wrapped around the good plant. Matthew 5:30 and Mark 9:43 say that if a hand or foot is causing sin, then cut them off. I think the same principle applies to this scene.
My favorite part of this book is the imagery of Jesus patiently waiting under a blanket for someone to discover Him. The author aptly points out that this scene embodies who Jesus is to everyone. He still wants to be found today.
The author points out that man's strongholds keep him from hearing God's instructions. For example, when Benjamin tells Jesus about Moses turning the Nile River red, Benjamin describes how Pharaoh wore his strongholds like a stone veil. He continues to describe how God's words turn black and slide down when they hit the veil..
I was surprised that Persea was underlined and blue in this book. I do not understand the purpose at all. I was also surprised at the way that the author used Egyptus. The word is normally used to describe two women who are part of Cain's story in the Old Testament.
This well-edited book contains powerful imagery, a gripping tale, and timeless truths. Therefore, I rate it a 5 out of 5. There is no profanity or sexual content. I think Christians who want a powerful story to read will enjoy reading this story.
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Cross Intents
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Scott Wells delivers a powerful message of God's love and restorative power in [<i>Cross Intents The Baptism[</i>]. Simultaneously, Wells shows in this fictional story that is based on Jesus' life between his birth and baptism that Satan's lies cause distrust and turmoil. People struggle to believe there is a God as sicknesses attack them, follow false messiahs, and become demon-possessed. Furthermore, people become angry, confused, and lonely. Satan and his cronies are always working to stay hidden. Meanwhile, Jesus is patiently waiting for people to find him.
Like the first book in the trilogy, the world is divided into three realms. Most of the action takes place in the Middle Realm, where Elric is in charge of protecting Jesus' life until it is time for him to become a public figure. Wells summarizes the first book on at least two occasions, so readers can easily enjoy this book without having read the first one. The second book opens with a scene from Herod's court. Then, it quickly switches to the three magi, Casper, Melchior, and Balthazar, studying their astrological charts.
I like how the author uses Hebrew to describe events at the temple. For instance, 'Pidyon Ha"Ben" is an important Jewish ceremony for firstborn sons. I found myself worshipping when Wells describes the interaction between Jesus and Simeon. Wells' point about Satan not being able to harm Jesus was very powerful. In contrast, Wells shows that humans can cause sorrow for the Living Savior.
In the garden scene, I disagree with the author about what Jesus would have done about the weed being wrapped around the good plant. Matthew 5:30 and Mark 9:43 say that if a hand or foot is causing sin, then cut them off. I think the same principle applies to this scene.
My favorite part of this book is the imagery of Jesus patiently waiting under a blanket for someone to discover Him. The author aptly points out that this scene embodies who Jesus is to everyone. He still wants to be found today.
The author points out that man's strongholds keep him from hearing God's instructions. For example, when Benjamin tells Jesus about Moses turning the Nile River red, Benjamin describes how Pharaoh wore his strongholds like a stone veil. He continues to describe how God's words turn black and slide down when they hit the veil..
I was surprised that Persea was underlined and blue in this book. I do not understand the purpose at all. I was also surprised at the way that the author used Egyptus. The word is normally used to describe two women who are part of Cain's story in the Old Testament.
This well-edited book contains powerful imagery, a gripping tale, and timeless truths. Therefore, I rate it a 5 out of 5. There is no profanity or sexual content. I think Christians who want a powerful story to read will enjoy reading this story.
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Cross Intents
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