
audiobook
by William E. (William Eleazar) Barton, Theodore Gerald Soares, Sydney Strong
A COMPLETE STORY IN THE WORDS OF THE FOUR GOSPELS - PREPARED BY - WILLIAM E. BARTON, THEODORE G. SOARES SYDNEY STRONG - USING THE TEXT OF THE AMERICAN STANDARD REVISED BIBLE
HIS LIFE
HIS FRIENDS
HIS GREAT APOSTLE
HIS LAST WEEK
PREFACE.
His Life
His Life
HIS BIRTH AND BOYHOOD
THE DIVINE ANNOUNCINGS - The Word Made Flesh.
This compact volume weaves together the four Gospels into a single, readable narrative, letting listeners hear the familiar story of Jesus without having to flip between separate accounts. The editors have aimed for a clear, continuous flow that retains the distinctive voice of each source while smoothing over repetitions. Its pocket‑size format makes it easy to carry and enjoy, whether at home or on the move.
The first part guides you through the miraculous announcements, the humble birth in Bethlehem, and the early years in Nazareth, highlighting moments such as the shepherds’ visit, the wise men’s gifts, and the family’s flight to Egypt. It then moves to the onset of Jesus’ public ministry: John the Baptist’s testimony, the baptism in the Jordan, and the first gathering of disciples. Listeners will also hear the early teachings, the healing at the well of Jacob, and the bold cleansing of the Temple.
Created by a team of ministers and supported by a diverse group of pastors, the work reflects a spirit of interdenominational cooperation. Its straightforward language and careful organization make it a useful companion for study, reflection, or casual listening, inviting anyone interested in the life and message of Jesus to engage with the story in a fresh, unified way.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (324K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Diane Monico and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net.
Release date
Jul 2, 2005
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
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1861–1930
A Congregational minister who became one of the early 20th century's best-known scholars of Abraham Lincoln, he wrote with equal energy about religion, history, and American life. His work blends a preacher's moral concern with a historian's appetite for detail.
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An early 20th-century religious writer and educator, this author explored the Bible, church life, and moral education in books meant to guide both teachers and general readers.
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A Congregational minister, social-gospel advocate, and peace activist, he wrote with a strong moral voice about religion and public life. His work reflects a lifelong commitment to pacifism, labor causes, and practical reform.
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