The merged gospels audio book is a dramatic recitation read by its author and translator, dr. Annunciation to zacharias of the birth of john the baptist 1. The first four books of the new testament are known as the gospels. This allowed me to easily reference different events in the four gospels. There is never been a book like this in history one that translates the gospels from the original greek, separates them into four columns, and merges them. The historical reliability of the gospels refers to the reliability and historic character of the four new testament gospels as historical documents. I purchased the audiobook download and i want to say thank you for recording that and thank you for the good price. Awed by his grace out of the bunkhouse by randy clark. The books of matthew and luke both give accounts of the birth of jesus, while the book of john gives a more ethereal account of how the word. Jesus and the hidden contradictions of the gospels. The narrator is authoritative and articulate, but though he is easy to understand, his voice has a tendency to be flat and unemotional. He is a frequent traveler to israel, and produces video documentaries in the holy land. Ive seen similar books but nothing exactly like this project. Smoothing has been sparingly applied for modern readers.
It is a sevenhour dramatic recitation of the merged gospels harmonized edition, read by its author, dr. Gary crossland is the author of the merged gospels 4. The merged gospels by gary crossland global awakening. Our prayer is that each of us will learn to grow in showing that same grace to. They have made a number of assumptions concerning the order of events which cannot be proven from scripture. Concise, clear and very interesting, this book explores much more than just the gospel of thomas. A return to the historic text authorized version with chronological compendium by floyd nolen jones, th.
The four gospels now includes disk with 1,400 slides powerpointkeynote for this 2016 edition, the material was greatly enlarged and completely revised throughout. The new scholars version translation captures the full spirit and vitality of the original texts. The synoptic gospel the red letter gospel five column audiobook why merge the gospels. The four gospels combined all scriptures from the concordant literal new testament i have seen a number of notes showing the combination of the four gospels. All throughout we highlight the major greek variants between the gospels. By listening to the gospels in merged format, you will follow every footsteps of christ through the events in his life. The christmas story, a harmony of the gospels celebrating. Buy online, pick up in store is currently unavailable, but this item may. Every scene is realistic, as if you were there witnessing it vivid and authentic. While all four canonical gospels contain some sayings and events which may meet one or more of the five criteria for historical reliability, the assessment and evaluation of these elements is a matter of ongoing debate. The merged gospels by soma communications, paperback.
The merged gospels audio book gives you a greater understanding of the life of jesus. You will discover many benefits to reading the gospels in. I thought i was going to have to read and record one myself, but after some searching i found yours and one other account on audio. As the intent of the synoptic gospel is to focus the full picture of the life and teachings of jesus christ, all four of the new testament gospels were used to produce a complete and unified account that is 22% shorter in length than reading the four gospel accounts backtoback, so that the gospel story is both faster to read, and much easier. Available both as a book and as an audiobook 7 cds with 183 different scores as musical beds at. He also teaches live seminars about the historical reliability of the gospels, and produces both scholarly and multimedia products for other ministries. The ultimate wordbyword gospel harmony by gary crossland the merged gospels. The book of the gospels is a sign of christs presence in the liturgy. There is now a book where all events found in the 4 gospels have been placed in chronological order. By listening to the gospels in merged format, you will be able to simply and completely follow the footsteps of christ through every event in his life. Scholars are calling the merged gospels a masterpiece, powerful and unique, and a major work. Merged gospels on audio book the great passion play.
The gospels we have were carefully vetted against a body of early church literatureand the four gospels in the bible are the most historically accurate, divinely inspired accounts of christ. This digital audio book can be loaded onto any device that plays mp3 audio files. The four gospelsfour clear windows into christs life. In fact, it is the only book in history to literally translate. Using the bible as its script, this wordforword visual adaptation brings jesus storyas told in the gospel of markto life. Crossland is the author of the merged gospels, the merged gospels audio book, and the bible on success. Nowadays reading books be a little more than want or need but also turn into a life style. The ultimate wordbyword gospel harmony gary crossland on. For this reason, it is desirable that cathedrals and at least the larger, more populous.
The books of matthew and luke both give accounts of the birth of jesus, while the book of john gives a more ethereal account of how the word became flesh john 1. While comparing the gospel of thomas to the other gospels, primarily john, it also gives a history of how all. Merged gospels an allinclusive picture of jesus listen to. For this reason, it is desirable that cathedrals and at least the larger, more populous parishes and the churches with a larger attendance possess a beautifully designed book of the gospels, separate from any other. The ultimate wordbyword gospel harmony by gary crossland 20080802.
Section 2 is the merged text, formatted just like a normal bible. Section 1 is a horizontal parallel of the gospels, along with a merged column. The merged gospels is a very literal translation of the greek text. The gospel of matthew the book doesnt reveal its author internally, but it was considered to be the work of matthew matthew levi, the disciple of. Jesus and the hidden contradictions of the gospels the new testament contains multiple versions of the life and teachings of jesus.
The synoptic gospel is to focus the full picture of the life and teachings of jesus christ, all four of the new testament gospels were used to produce a complete and unified account that is 22% shorter in length, which makes it much faster to read, and easier to understand. The merged gospels by gary crossland global awakening online. Nov 06, 2016 a literal english translation of the greek gospels, broken down wordbyword in four columns, and reassembled chronologically into one flowing story. These sections are all weaved together to form a more robust narrative of the christmas story. The jesus lens introduction and the gospels lifestream. The gospels in parallel presents the complete king james text of all four gospels merged together into a. Description awed by his grace out of the bunkhouse randy clark.
Article 7 the future of the four gospels the synoptic. This christmas story is drawn wordforword from the bible. The gospel of matthew the book doesnt reveal its author internally, but it was considered to be the work of matthew matthew levi, the disciple of jesus, from a very early date. As the intent of the synoptic gospel is to focus the full picture of the life and teachings of jesus christ, all four of the new testament gospels were used to produce a complete and unified account that is. This is the complete story of jesus in chronological order. Explore the merged gospels business page in edmond, ok. Article 7 the future of the four gospels the synoptic gospel. As the intent of the synoptic gospel is to focus the full picture of the life and teachings of jesus christ, all four of the new testament gospels were used to produce a complete and unified account that is 22% shorter in length than reading the four gospel accounts backtoback, so that the gospel story is both faster to read, and much easier to understand. The merged gospels matthew mark luke john there is now a book where all events found in the 4 gospels have been placed in chronological order. One of the aspects i liked the best is that it is divided into stories. Each book tells us about the life, ministry, death, and resurrection of jesus christ. In time, the precisely merged gospel story of this book, or something similar to it, will replace the four gospels in the new testaments of most bibles, even as the diatessaron was once the only gospel account used within the early eastern and coptic churches for hundreds of years. It is the first book in history to literally translate the gospels from the greek language, merging all of them together into one flowing, chronological narrative, only omitting duplicated.
In time, the precisely merged gospel story of this book, or something similar to it, will replace the four gospels in the new testaments of most bibles, even as the diatessaron was once the only gospel. A literal english translation of the greek gospels, broken down wordbyword in four columns, and reassembled chronologically into one flowing story. In the gospel of mark, this talent shines in vivid and deeply moving production of marks actual and complete words. His words in special type by pope, charles henry, 18411918, comp. What are the gospels, and why are there four of zondervan. Samples are available at the merged gospels audio book the new testament in its first 150 years. And where two or more of the gospels describe the same thing, their text is presented side by side for comparison. There is a worning about such things in revelation. The complete gospels includes all twenty of the known gospels from the early christian era, clearly presented for the scholar, student and general reader alike. In awed by his grace, learn about randy clarks personal journey of being awed by gods grace. A gospel a contraction of old english god spel meaning good newsglad tidings, comparable to greek.
Craig blomberg considers the historical context of the gospels and sheds light on the confusing interpretations brought forth over the last two centuries. The good news of jesus christ is only good news if its true. The ultimate wordbyword gospel harmony by gary crossland 20080802 on. Following are a few of the testimonials that have been received for the synoptic gospel, the red letter gospel, five column and also the audiobook version of that text. An analytical red letter harmony of the four gospels. The gospels we have were carefully vetted against a body of early church literatureand the four gospels. It is a sevenhour dramatic recitation of the merged gospels harmonized. The jesus lens introduction and the gospels well begin the story of scripture at its climax. The merged gospels by soma communications, paperback barnes. After all, if youve ever studied the life and ministry of jesus, you soon discovered that the four gospels arent the same. Click below for a free sample, and to order your copy. Unlike typical gospel harmonies, which only compare blocks of texts between the gospels, the merged gospels breaks all four gospels down wordbyword.
Anyone who tampers with the words of god should be afraid. This second edition of jesus and the gospels prepares readers for an intensive study of matthew, mark, luke, john, and the events they narrate. I have read and looked into several other printed merged gospels, but i wanted one i could listen to. The merged gospels is a new and unusual comparison and merger of the gospels. The merged gospels by gary crossland the great passion play. The gospels in parallel presents the complete king james text of all four gospels merged together into a single story. Gary crossland, a bible translator, greek scholar and israel tour leader, about his 363page book the merged gospels.
The ultimate wordbyword gospel harmony by gary crossland free pdf d0wnl0ad, audio books, books to read, good books to read, cheap books, good books, online books. Dr dharius daniels powerful word from god duration. You will discover many benefits to reading the gospels in merged format. Using the latest archaeological, cultural, and textual findings about life in first. Vivid graphicaudios gospel of mark is a totally unique experience. This is a gospel harmony on steroids, because it actually breaks each gospel down wordbyword. It is the first book in history to literally translate the gospels from the greek language, merging all of them together into one flowing, chronological narrative, extracting only the duplicated. In fact, it is the only book in history to literally translate the gospels from the greek language, break each gospel down with unbelievable detail into four separate. While all four canonical gospels contain some sayings.
Awed by his grace out of the bunkhouse randy clark. By listening to the gospels in merged format, you will be able to simply and completely follow the footsteps of christ. The merged gospels is a nononsense comparison of the gospel accounts. Craig blomberg considers the historical context of the. Merged gospels an allinclusive picture of jesus sermonaudio. While comparing the gospel of thomas to the other gospels, primarily john, it also gives a history of how all the various writings and teachings eventually were merged and served to define the christian religion. Article 1 why merge the gospels article 2 have the gospels been merged article 3 why include the gospel of john article 4 parallel wording differences. The lectures are available on line in illustrated format, or for download as mp3 audio files. Merged gospels an allinclusive picture of jesus listen.
Jan 31, 2016 gods already working out what youre worried about. In short, there are other gospels, but they didnt make the cut. Enlarged and new studies include the sermon on the mount and christs teaching in john 17. The gospels is a crisp, clear audio reading of the first four books of the new testament. All major differences between the gospels are highlighted and explained. Now you can read the bibles gospels as you never have before as one continuous narrative. The synoptic gospel a word for word harmony of the four gospels.
Two series of lectures eighteen lectures in total by dr. Gary crossland is an author, professor, historian, videographer, and israel tour host. Reinforce your understanding that coming into relationship with god is so much more than just being forgiven. We already have the bible in front of us and it is called the king james bible. Listen to the audiobook and hear the entire gospel story in less than seven.