Ordinary people are sometimes called to do extraordinary things – and when that call comes from God, well, “extraordinary” is raised to the highest heights! Throughout the Old Testament, God chose a number of common folk – farmers, priests, herders, even children – to deliver messages to His People. Sometimes these messages were words of encouragement, other times they were words of accusation and condemnation. But either way, His chosen messengers were often placed in awkward, difficult, and even life-threatening situations as they addressed audiences that were either apathetic or openly hostile. These pages tell their stories, ranging from the heroic to the horrific, from the inspirational to the incredulous. Yesterday’s heroes with messages for today.
ISBNs
9781949864267 / 9781949864274
9781949864281
Genres
Biblical Studies
Old Testament Prophets
243 pages
Published by Red Penguin Books
Language: English
Kieran Larkin has been a teacher of theology for the past 40 years.
Holding a B.A. in Religious Studies from St. Francis College in Brooklyn and an M.A. in Education from NYU, he has taught courses in Catholic high school ranging from morality, social justice and comparative religions to Christology and Biblical themes. He has also been an active liturgical participant throughout his adult life as both a lector and eucharistic minister. He has a special passion for the lives and ministries of the prophets, who he considers to be particularly heroic and inspirational.
Reviews
A thoroughly thought provoking book, filled with fascinating perspectives and insights. Mr. Larkin, shares his years as a teacher of theology with a personal flare for making this subject matter both interesting and illuminating for all readers. At a time when religion is scrutinized and overly criticized, it is welcoming to find a book that entertains and informs. Highly recommended for scholars and the curious community of us individuals yearning for fresh ideas and viewpoints in a complex and confusing world.