A Purpose-Filled God: Shadows of the Almighty
Book Overview:
In “A Purpose-Filled God: Shadows of the Almighty,” Kendall T. Shoulders takes readers on a journey through the profound and intricate nature of God’s purpose and presence. This book explores the many bold claims Jesus made about himself, such as being the “Way, the Truth, and the Life,” the “Alpha and the Omega,” and the “Light” that was called upon in the beginning of creation. Through meticulous analysis and contextualization, Kendall reveals the depth and significance of these declarations, providing readers with a richer understanding of Jesus’ divine identity and his role in the grand narrative of the Bible.
Excerpt:
Did you know that Adam was a foreshadowing or picture of Christ?
Did you know that Adam died giving birth to his bride, Eve, just as Christ died giving birth to His bride the Church?
Did you know that Adam died on a Friday just as Christ died on a Friday?
Did you know that Adam was restored on a Sunday just as Christ was resurrected on a Sunday?
Did you know that Adam was wounded in his side for Eve just as Christ was wounded in His side for the Church?
Did you know that Adam shed blood for his bride just as Christ shed blood for His Bride?
Did you know that Adam was confronted with the cup of iniquity in a garden just as Christ was confronted with the cup of iniquity in a garden?
Did you know that Adam knowingly chose sin just as Christ knowingly chose our sin?
And much, much, more…. What about Cain, Abel, Noah, Abraham, and Joseph? How are they pictures of Christ?
Look inside and find out! You will forever be blessed!
Jesus (Yeshua) is a Worm…and a Snake Too, Among Other Things
Book Overview:
“Jesus (Yeshua) is a Worm…and a Snake Too, Among Other Things” delves into one of the most obscure yet intriguing metaphors used by Jesus in scripture. Kendall T. Shoulders meticulously analyzes the symbolic power of the tola worm, exploring its entomological roots and its significance in Biblical societies. This book offers a profound examination of how this metaphor holds significant lessons for believers and non-believers alike, encouraging readers to reconsider their understanding of Jesus’ teachings and his identity.
Key Themes:
- The metaphor of Jesus as a “worm” and its deep symbolic meaning.
- The tola worm’s importance in ancient Biblical societies.
- The implications of Jesus’ claim for both believers and non-believers.