joshua

Started up a new book this weekend, Joshua by Joseph Girzone, and I must admit it was long overdue - that or it was one of those divinely placed delays that I like to talk about. With everything that I have been through with my faith journey over the past year, I don't think that reading it any sooner would have been as inspiring or enjoyable. As it stands now, I can't wait to finish it and perhaps continue on with some of the other books by Joseph Girzone - Joshua in the City, Joshua and the Children, and many more.

For your reviewing pleasure, here is the book descriptiong that is found on the book jacket and at Amazon.com.

"Joseph Girzone wrote his parable in 1983 and published it himself with neither accompanying fanfare nor expectation of the extraordinary effect it would have on people around the world. With only word-of-mouth for advertising, and by virtue of its siniple message of love, Joshua became an international force of spiritual strength. after its modest beginnings, Joshua and its sequels have millions of readers around the world and continue to bring hope and peace to all who seek nourishment. When Joshua moves to a small cabin on the edge of town, the local people are at first mystified, then confused by his presence. A quiet and simple man, Joshua appears to seek nothing for himself. He supports himself solely by carpentry and woodworking, and he charges very little for his services. Yet his work is exquisite. Even more exquisite, and even more mysterious, is the extraordinary effect he has on everyone he meets. All who come in contact with him can't help but be transformed by his incredible warmth. The acceptance and love in his eyes and in each actions amazes the townspeople. Who is Joshua and just what is he up to? The answer to that question amazes them almost as much discovery of that same transforming power in each of their own hearts."