The book
Table of Contents
The full journey of The Fascination of Christ, from the One who was promised to the invitation to behold. Chapters are published here as they are completed.
Part One — The One Who Was Promised
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Chapter 1
The Messiah Foretold
Long before Bethlehem, the prophets sang of Him. Isaiah, Micah, Daniel, Zechariah, Jeremiah, Malachi, and Ezekiel trace the sacred runway upon which the Messiah would descend.
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Chapter 2
The Psalms and the Glory of Christ
A river runs through the Scriptures, ancient and deep. Within the Psalms, Christ is hidden and revealed, the melody behind every song.
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Chapter 3
The Light Appears
A voice cries in the wilderness, preparing the way. The promised One has come, and in the humanity of Jesus, we begin to behold the wonder of the Word made flesh.
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Part Two — His Glory Among Us
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Chapter 4
The Kingdom at Hand
What happens when the King draws near? Hear the announcement that opens Jesus’ ministry and discover how His presence calls us into a new way of living under His reign.
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Chapter 5
The Authority and Compassion of Christ
A storm grows quiet at His command. A leper feels His touch. Look closely at the miracles of Jesus and encounter the heart of the One whose power reaches into human suffering.
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Chapter 6
The Words of Eternal Life
His words uncover hearts, challenge assumptions, and call ordinary people to follow Him. Listen again to the teachings of Jesus and consider what they reveal about the One who speaks.
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Chapter 7
The King Who Knelt
With all authority in His hands, Jesus takes a towel and washes His disciples’ feet. Enter the room and behold the humility of the King as His love carries Him toward the cross.
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Part Three — The Wonder of the Crucified and Risen King
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Chapter 8
Behold the Lamb of God
The ancient promises lead us to a cross outside Jerusalem. Behold the suffering Servant and consider the depth of the love with which Jesus willingly gives His life.
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Chapter 9
The Risen Christ
Grief brings His followers to the tomb, where they find a wonder they scarcely know how to believe. Encounter the risen Jesus and the hope His living presence awakens.
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Chapter 10
The Alpha & The Omega
John turns toward a voice and falls at the feet of the first and the last, the glorified Christ. Look closely at the breathtaking portrait in Revelation 1 and hear the words of the One who lives for evermore.
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Chapter 11
The Beauty Realm
Step into the heavenly vision of Revelation chapter 4, where worship surrounds the throne and the Lamb stands at the center. Consider what those who behold His glory cannot cease to proclaim.
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Part Four — The Invitation to Behold
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Chapter 12
The Hope of Glory
The wonder of Christ reaches into the life of the believer. Explore His indwelling presence and the invitation to daily communion through the Holy Spirit where our identity is found in fully in him.
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Chapter 13
The Bridal Paradigm
Scripture reveals a love that draws His people into covenant, intimacy, and longing between the Bridegroom and His Bride. Follow the imagery of the Bridegroom and discover the invitation to know Christ more deeply.
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Chapter 14
Counterfeit Fascination
What has captured the attention of your heart? Examine the distractions and competing fascinations of this age that diminish our hunger for Christ, and consider how we begin to turn toward Him again.
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Chapter 15
A Life of Beholding
How do we carry this wonder into ordinary days? Discover how searching the Scriptures, meditating on His Word, and giving Him our attention can become a lifelong pursuit of knowing Jesus.
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Epilogue & Appendix
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Epilogue
Until We See Him
Every glimpse of His beauty awakens a longing to see more. The journey of beholding continues as we await the day when we shall see Him face to face.
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Appendix A
Studying the Scriptures More Deeply
Practical guidance for reading passages in context, exploring Greek and Hebrew insights called "Hermeneutics", giving careful attention to what Scripture reveals.
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Appendix B
Names and Titles of Christ
A Scripture guide to the names and titles that reveal His identity, character, authority, and work.
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