The Story of God and Us
Finding Our Place and Purpose in God's Plan for the World
Will be published approx. on 11. September 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
240 pages
978-1-4003-4961-6 (ISBN)
Description
Pastor and author Jonathan Murphy provides readers with a framework-a master plot-to the story of all history. This deep exploration of Scripture reveals that God is in complete command of this universe and how He guides everyone's story: past, present, and future.
Good stories make you laugh, cry, fear, dream, hope. They engage our hearts, entertain our minds, and enlighten our souls. God wrote a story-the best story ever!-full of drama, adventure, love, sacrifice, redemption, and has an ending that seems too good to be true. And the greatest thing about God's story is that we are all part of it. His story provides the meaning of life that brings fulfillment of our desires and purpose for our existence.?
The Story of God and Us shows not only what God is doing from creation to eternity, but how everything makes sense as you read the Bible from the beginning of Genesis to the end of Revelation. World history is not made up of random people and events but of divine appointment and purpose. In this book, Jonathan Murphy leads readers to understand how:
the meaning of life is essential to a fulfilling relationship and partnership with God;
God accomplishes His plans in a pleasing and connecting way;
a multidimensional view of Scripture can engage and delight even the most disinterested and distracted; and
seeing the big picture can provide a fresh look at how our story clearly fits into God's.
As Jonathan retells God's story through a fresh lens, Christians will better understand how much God loves them, how He desires us to live with Him and for Him, and why we should invite others into this amazing story every chance that we get!
Good stories make you laugh, cry, fear, dream, hope. They engage our hearts, entertain our minds, and enlighten our souls. God wrote a story-the best story ever!-full of drama, adventure, love, sacrifice, redemption, and has an ending that seems too good to be true. And the greatest thing about God's story is that we are all part of it. His story provides the meaning of life that brings fulfillment of our desires and purpose for our existence.?
The Story of God and Us shows not only what God is doing from creation to eternity, but how everything makes sense as you read the Bible from the beginning of Genesis to the end of Revelation. World history is not made up of random people and events but of divine appointment and purpose. In this book, Jonathan Murphy leads readers to understand how:
the meaning of life is essential to a fulfilling relationship and partnership with God;
God accomplishes His plans in a pleasing and connecting way;
a multidimensional view of Scripture can engage and delight even the most disinterested and distracted; and
seeing the big picture can provide a fresh look at how our story clearly fits into God's.
As Jonathan retells God's story through a fresh lens, Christians will better understand how much God loves them, how He desires us to live with Him and for Him, and why we should invite others into this amazing story every chance that we get!
Reviews / Votes
'Jonathan Murphy's overview of the greatest story ever told is understandable, accessible, and wonderfully encouraging.' * Alistair Begg Bible Teacher on Truth for Life * 'Our world is in love with any and every story--Toy Story, Love Story, Success Story, Short Story, End of Story. But there's one story that's unrivaled and unequaled--God's Story. This book will lead you on an exciting adventure, accurately tracking and tracing this seamless story from start to finish in an accessible and appealing style.' * Dr. Mark Hitchcock Senior Pastor, Faith Bible Church (Edmond, OK) and Research Professor of Bible Exposition, Dallas Theological Seminary * 'This book traces the biblical story line from Genesis to Revelation told in a readable and intriguing way that interweaves the biblical narrative with more recent illustrations from history and real life. I found myself looking forward to each of the sections as the larger story unfolded, moving toward the great climax of the book of Revelation.' * Erwin W. Lutzer Pastor Emeritus, Moody Church (Chicago) * 'With the heart of a shepherd and the mind of a scholar, Jonathan Murphy has done what many aspire to but few achieve. He has traced the grand narrative of Scripture with interpretive precision, theological depth, and pastoral warmth. In a world where we often clutch our favorite Bible verses like scattered puzzle pieces, Murphy invites us to step back and behold the breathtaking panorama of God's redemptive story. A story that is rich, real, raw, and includes us!' * Dr. Bernie A. Cueto Associate Professor of Biblical & Theological Studies, Palm Beach Atlantic University and Teaching Pastor at Family Church Gardens (West Palm Beach, FL) *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Nashville
United States
Product notice
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 226 mm
Width: 125 mm
Thickness: 18 mm
Weight
240 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4003-4961-6 (9781400349616)
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Person
Jonathan Murphy is a pastor, seminary professor, and author. He is the senior pastor of Stonebriar Community Church in Frisco, TX, a professor of pastoral ministries at Dallas Theological Seminary, and a board member of Insight for Living Ministries. He enjoys family trips, reading history, and watching team sports, especially Ulster rugby. Jonathan's cross-cultural ministry is wide in scope. He was born in Northern Ireland, raised in Spain as a missionary kid, and educated in Scotland and Texas. He resides in Texas with his wife Sarah Jane and their four children.