Joseph of Arimathea, the Mystery Man of the Bible, is introduced like never before. Experience with him the heart-wrenching ramifications of Jesus' crucifixion and witness the ultimate descent into depression for this successful businessman and member of the Sanhedrin. You will go behind the scenes for the first time in literary history as author Joseph Rocco Cervasio tells ... "The Greatest Story NEVER Told." Now or Never: The 11 Secrets of Arimathea provocatively enhances itself with a simple, didactic self-help component. A seemingly unqualified servant attempts to restore Joseph of Arimathea, ably assisted by those with Secrets that will rescue any one of us today from personal recession and depression. Join this historical figure and his ensemble of friends as fact, fiction, and tradition blend to support the validity of each Secret and the destiny of each character. More importantly, discover the Secrets for yourself ... NOW. "Joe Cervasio's lessons in Now or Never: The 11 Secrets of Arimathea could surely have helped the wonderful Biblical characters he introduces. But in the 21st Century, I can also assure you his Secrets will assist a young kid trying to hit a curve ball, a major leaguer attempting to stay focused in the mesmerizing world of professional baseball, or just anyone reaching for goals to fulfill a destiny. And what a story he tells " Dan Shaughnessy, award-winning author and sportswriter for the Boston Globe. "Not only does Mr. Cervasio weave a mystifying tale unfolding 2000 years ago in the alleyways, markets, and countryside in and around Jerusalem, but he also reveals powerful Secrets to living each of us can apply today. He's created a fundamental, yet profound formula for individuals to efficiently and effectively channel their talents and strengths into each moment, thereby fulfilling their destinies." Gerhard Gshwandtner, publisher, Selling Power Magazine.

Joseph of Arimathea, the Mystery Man of the Bible, is introduced like never before. Experience with him the heart-wrenching ramifications of Jesus' crucifixion and witness the ultimate descent into depression for this successful businessman and member of the Sanhedrin. You will go behind the scenes for the first time in literary history as author Joseph Rocco Cervasio tells ... "The Greatest Story NEVER Told." Now or Never: The 11 Secrets of Arimathea provocatively enhances itself with a simple, didactic self-help component. A seemingly unqualified servant attempts to restore Joseph of Arimathea, ably assisted by those with Secrets that will rescue any one of us today from personal recession and depression. Join this historical figure and his ensemble of friends as fact, fiction, and tradition blend to support the validity of each Secret and the destiny of each character. More importantly, discover the Secrets for yourself ... NOW. "Joe Cervasio's lessons in Now or Never: The 11 Secrets of Arimathea could surely have helped the wonderful Biblical characters he introduces. But in the 21st Century, I can also assure you his Secrets will assist a young kid trying to hit a curve ball, a major leaguer attempting to stay focused in the mesmerizing world of professional baseball, or just anyone reaching for goals to fulfill a destiny. And what a story he tells " Dan Shaughnessy, award-winning author and sportswriter for the Boston Globe. "Not only does Mr. Cervasio weave a mystifying tale unfolding 2000 years ago in the alleyways, markets, and countryside in and around Jerusalem, but he also reveals powerful Secrets to living each of us can apply today. He's created a fundamental, yet profound formula for individuals to efficiently and effectively channel their talents and strengths into each moment, thereby fulfilling their destinies." Gerhard Gshwandtner, publisher, Selling Power Magazine.

Explore the Book is not a commentary with verse-by-verse annotations. Neither is it just a series of analyses and outlines. Rather, it is a complete Bible survey course. No one can finish this series of studies and remain unchanged. The reader will receive lifelong benefit and be enriched by these practical and understandable studies. Exposition, commentary, and practical application of the meaning and message of the Bible will be found throughout this giant volume. Bible students without any background in Bible study will find this book of immense help as will those who have spent much time studying the Scriptures, including pastors and teachers. Explore the Book is the result and culmination of a lifetime of dedicated Bible study and exposition on the part of Dr. Baxter. It shows throughout a deep awareness and appreciation of the grand themes of the gospel, as found from the opening book of the Bible through Revelation.

Bart Ehrman--the New York Times bestselling author of Misquoting Jesus and a recognized authority on the early Christian Church--and Zlatko Plese--a foremost authority on Christian Gnosticism--here offer a valuable compilation of over 40 ancient gospel texts and textual fragments that do not appear in the New Testament. This comprehensive collection contains Gospels describing Jesus's infancy, ministry, Passion, and resurrection, and includes the controversial manuscript discoveries of modern times, such as the Gospel of Thomas and the most recent Gospel to be discovered, the Gospel of Judas Iscariot. Each translation begins with a thoughtful examination of important historical, literary, and textual issues in order to place the Gospel in its proper context. This volume is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in early Christianity and the deeper meanings of these apocryphal Gospels.

When Christ was on earth, thousands followed him but at the cross, we know that John was the only one of His Twelve present. The others had fled presumably because of fear. But all four Gospels report, that one disciple, Joseph of Arimathea, who had lived his life in fear, secrecy, and silence, left the shadows, stepped forward, and dramatically demonstrated his faith.Why, has always been the burning question, and the Gospels do not provide an answer. This story examines his possible motivations for fears, the events that caused him to break through those fears and contrary to his previous secrecy, appeal to Pilate for the body of Christ so he could bury it. This novel takes the reader into a world of political intrigue, violence, power struggles, and a Jewish nation trying to thrive under the strong arm of Roman occupation. The timeline begins with John the Baptist and ends with the crucifixion of Christ. The cast of characters comes from the New Testament: Jesus, John the Baptist, Caiaphas, Pilate, Saul of Tarsus, Nicodemus, Lazarus and his sisters, and of course Joseph of Arimathea. You will get a feel for culture in which our Christian faith was born, the Sanhedrin, Zealots, Roman governance, the Jewish Law, marriage customs, and the Messianic expectations of the day.