Books by John
John’s latest book
ORIGIN of MY BIRTHPLACE
Knowing God and Connecting to the Source of Life
In his latest book, John brings us fact to face with the stories of Abraham as he learned to recognize the mysteries that were unfolding before his eyes. Over time, Abraham developed his capacity for knowing God directly. This led Abraham into a communion with God that was so deep that the future lives of his descendants became fully present in Abraham’s own consciousness. Both the past and the future became present in the imagination of Abraham. He knew the presence of great mystery, and the presence of mystery transformed everything about him.
Not only does your birthplace have an origin, but you can recognize it, see it, and return Imagine you had greater self-control. Imagine you enjoyed a greater capacity for being your best self, seeing others at their best, and building strong relationships. Imagine that you were even to develop a capacity for direct communion with God and the source of life. Author John Blackwell has become known for helping people discover that they can know God as God wants to be known. John’s insights into Abraham make it possible for others to understand Abraham and to know God as Abraham knew God. This makes it possible for us to become more fully human as we discover the riches of mystery, which are like a great symphony, for ourselves. This capacity for communion with the symphony of life is deeply satisfying. We can become more both more calm and more engaged in life. We can find ourselves more centered, more steady, more motivated, enjoying better judgment, and able to discern the movements of mystery as they unfold before us. Most important, we become more loving, and better able to act on that love.
John Blackwell has the unique capacity to take stories from Scripture and blend them with our own needs in today’s world. His books are a good resource for those who want to know God in a more intimate way. Knowing John Blackwell personally and reading this book helps me to understand his deep compassion and loving care for others.
Jean Ackiss
Providing penetrating insights into the world of transformation, A Whole New World will revolutionize your understanding of the presence of God.
John’s other books
A Whole New World: The Gospel of Mark
What would it mean for me to live in a new way—with a new outlook, with completely new methods? What would this mean for my relationships? What would this mean for the ways in which I conduct myself? What manners would I change? What kinds of things would I stop saying? What kinds of things would I begin to say? Mark’s Gospel brings us right into the mystery of what it means to live as a member of God’s family. He raises the most important questions for us to ponder: What would it mean to be willing to lose my life and to take up my cross? How might I go about implementing this vision? The Gospel of Mark, the second book in A Whole New World series, leads us into the heart of a whole new world of insight and transformation—right where we are. John Blackwell’s essays in will help you find your way into that astounding new world.
“This book was ministry, a gift, and a soul-tugging read. I challenge you to read this book and become spiritually transformed.”
—Kyra Phillips, CNN anchor
A Whole New World: The Gospel of John
What makes life worth living? How do we develop relationships that are meaningful and rewarding? How does God transform our lives, bringing us to fulfillment and completion? These are the kinds of questions that the Gospel of John deals with. More than any other Gospel, John recognized that the life of Jesus Christ brings all of creation to fulfillment, creating a whole new world. The Gospel of John is also about relationships–the kind that last, the kind that bring deep satisfaction. A Whole New World is the first book in a new series. It is a most enjoyable read. Here, John N. Blackwell shows how our lives and our relationships can embody the love of God right where we are. The Gospel of John is all about insight, and Blackwell has written a series of short essays that will open your eyes to those insights. Eveyrthing in this book is clear and accessible. You will see those insights in this book. You will then be able to recognize the power of God in your life and in our world. By the time you finish this book, you will understand how John’s powerful Gospel brings about A Whole New World.
“TThis book was an amazing piece of Literature. Mr. Blackwell is very good at helping Christians understand the spiritual formation of God’s gospels. Thank you for the excellent book”
—Robert Nelson
A Whole New World: The Gospel of Matthew
How do we become righteous? How does the ability to do the right thing at the right time become a habit? How does life become fulfilling? These are the questions that John Blackwell answers in A Whole New World: The Gospel of Matthew. This book will give you the keys to unlock Matthew’s insight into the ways in which the power by which God raised Christ from the dead works in our lives to transform us. Your insight into Christ will be richer, more robust, more vital, and more authentic. You will discover how Christ makes us fully human. You will be able to recognize the presence of the power of God in our world—right here, right now.
