Paul Maier
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Pontius Pilate : A Novel
$16.99Add to cartIn a world full of DVD extras, behind-the-scenes commentary, and social media, people are used to getting the story behind the story. Readers want to understand not just what happened but why. This historical novel of the man who washed his hands of the crucifixion does just that!
Award-winning historian and best-selling author Paul L. Maier has created a compelling style of documentary fiction. He uses what is historically known of Pilate’s life and rise to power, adds in the known political climate of first-century Judea, and unveils the colorful, untold story that changed history for all time. He provides intriguing answers to questions such as:
*What really happened at that most famous of trials?
*Were the proceedings against Jesus legal?
*Did cowardice or necessity motivate Pilate’s judgment?
*What became of this successful Roman politician after his verdict?Filling in the details of Pilate’s early career in Rome, Maier captures the drama of imperial Rome under the all-powerful Tiberius Caesar, the plottings of his political allies and enemies, and his relationship with his beloved but ambitious wife, Procula. His great moment arrives as he exchanges the intrigues of Rome for the bewildering environment of Judea, navigating new and dangerous waters. In Pontius Pilate, Maier paints a picture for modern readers to help them understand the behind-the-scenes complexities, political and religious realities, and ultimately, the humanity of the people we know from Scripture.
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1st Christmas : The True And Unfamiliar Story
$10.87Add to cartThe events surrounding the birth of Jesus are told with remarkable simplicity in the Bible, but they have too often been obscured by myths, mistletoe, and consumerism.
Now in paperback, The First Christmas separates fact from fiction, stripping away Yuletide folklore and questionable traditions to tell how it really was in the world of the Nativity. Delving into Jewish, Greek, Roman, and early Christian sources, Paul L. Maier uncovers fresh and fascinating insights into the true, yet unfamiliar, story of the first Christmas. A captivating combination of sacred and secular history, this informative and entertaining book answers many compelling questions, such as: Why did the Roman emperor Augustus order his famous census? What marriage customs applied to Mary and Joseph? When and where was Jesus born? Who were the Wise Men? What was the Star of Bethlehem?This beautifully illustrated gift book by a best-selling author and church history expert offers a glimpse at the real, historical drama of Christmas.
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Very First Christmas (Reprinted)
$19.99Add to cartNo more fairy tales for Christopher—he wants real bedtime stories. So when his mom tucks him in at night, she tells him the wondrous story of Christ’s birth—and Christopher discovers that there is no better storybook than the Bible. A soon-to-be Christmas classic your children will cherish!
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Very First Easter
$18.99Add to cartTired of fairy tales, young Christopher yearns for real stories. So Mom and Dad tell him the story of the first Easter, providing Christopher (and your 5- to 10-year-olds!) with candid answers to children’s questions about Jesus’ death and resurrection. A beautifully illustrated gift book that belongs in every family library!