New Book Examines Truth about Widespread Belief in Jesus' Occupation
Contact: Bobbi Vaughn, 800-839-8640 ext. 5560
WEST BLOOMFIELD, Mich., Mar. 25 /Christian Newswire/ -- In a fascinating new book by Sunny George, Jesus Christ: A Carpenter of Nazareth? (published by AuthorHouse), a question that both Christians and non-Christians assume has been established for centuries is re-examined. Was Jesus really a carpenter? How has Jesus' work as a poor carpenter shaped his image throughout the ages? George tackles these and other intriguing questions in detail.
This simple piece of Jesus' biographical history has had major implications for his legacy and teachings, George writes. For devoted Christians, the central figure of their religion labored as a carpenter with meager earnings before he began his public ministry. This idea resonates with many who believe that they should refrain from accumulating wealth in honor of Jesus' sacrifices.
According to George, the story of Jesus' occupation as a carpenter has also incorrectly shaped the non-Christian views as well. The story casts Jesus in a worldly light, leading some to believe he was merely a man who worked, taught life lessons and began a religion that caught the attention of millions.
This book examines the consequences of the Garden of Eden and the sacrifice made by Jesus to free humankind by suffering on the cross. Upon starting his public ministry, the Bible says Jesus proclaimed, "Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." (Matthew 11:28) It is this Scripture passage, George writes, that is another piece of the puzzle about Jesus' material circumstances and how his sacrifice translates into blessings for modern Christians.
About the Author: Sunny George was born in a traditional Christian Muthalaly family of Travancore and was raised by God-fearing parents. He served in youth ministries, campus ministries and various other church activities from a very young age. After high school, he chose to study chemistry and worked as a research chemist in the field of polymeric materials development for automotive companies, later working as technical manager for several years. During this career, God called him to be in the ministry. George founded the International Christian Assembly in the Detroit area. Jesus Christ: A Carpenter of Nazareth? is his first book.
AuthorHouse is the premier book publisher for emerging, self-published authors. For more information, please visit www.authorhouse.com.
