Walking in the dust of Rabbi Jesus
Subtitle: how the Jewish words of Jesus can change your life
By: Lois Tverberg
Publisher: Zondervan
Published: 2011
Place of publication: Grand Rapids, Mich
Language: eng
Number of pages: 239
ISBN-13: 9780310284208
Subjects: Jewishness; Words
Description: "In Walking in the Dust of Rabbi Jesus, Lois Tverberg brings the Bible to life as she explores the cultural context of Jesus' teachings. With well-researched information and a highly readable style, Tverberg explains : How understanding Jewish idioms and expressions can help us better grasp what Jesus was saying; How viewing Jesus within the context of Middle Eastern culture can enliven his parables in surprising new ways; How the Jewish world of Jesus can teach us many wise insights, like how to pray with chutzpah or think with both hands. By understanding the religious and cultural atmosphere in which Jesus lived and taught, you will begin to understand why his first disciples abandoned everything to follow him. You will also learn the meaning behind key Hebrew words that make Bible reading a richer, more powerful experience. And you will see how Jewish customs, culture, and beliefs can enrich your life as a Christian whose faith first emerged from Jewish roots. Come eavesdrop on the conversations among the rabbis of Jesus' time. Learn how hearing Rabbi Jesus with the ears of a first-century disciple can bring new depth to your spiritual life. Along the way you will discover both practical ways to live as Jesus' disciple and an invigorated faith that will draw you closer to God"--Front flap.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p.         ) and indexes.
Table of contents: title: Brushing away the dust of the ages; title: Shema : living out what you hear; title: Loving God with everything you've got; title: Meeting myself next door; title: Gaining a good eye; title: The mystery of the name; title: How to have a kosher mouth; title: Taking my thumb off the scale; title: Praying with chutzpah; title: Thinking with both hands; title: The treasure in the text; title: The secrets that God keeps; title: Our longing Father; title: God's image stamped in dust.