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Who Do You Say I Am?: Unlocking the 24 Titles Given to Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew
Christ’s contemporaries ascribed to Him many names and titles, and each represents a ray of light that brings us to a clearer understanding of our Savior. He was called Nazarene, Shepherd, Physician, Son of God, Christ, Lord, and Rabbi. All told, Jesus was given twenty-four names in St. Matthew’s Gospel ― and each holds a key to unlocking the mysteries of Christ’s life. If you’re looking for a completely new access point for coming to know and love Jesus, this book is for you. In pondering the Gospel of Matthew, Eric Sammons rediscovers the beauty and wonders of Scripture and helps you grow in intimacy with your Redeemer. Through the lens of the saints, the prophets who prefigured Christ, and Church teachings, Sammons examines the twenty-four names to help you see the composite Christ in an entirely new way. In chapter after chapter, you will learn how Christ’s titles provide valuable lessons for you in daily living, Perfect for Lectio Divina , each chapter helps you meditate on Christ’s many titles through the perspective of His life and times, their theological and moral significance, and their impact on your life today. Above all, you will learn the authentic path to holiness and the secret to loving the Divine Bridegroom as He desires to be loved.
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264 pages, Paperback
Published February 19, 2023
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Eric Sammons
23 books32 followersEric Sammons is a professional writer/editor and the author of several books. He holds a degree in Systems Analysis with a concentration in Economics from Miami University in Ohio, and earned a Master of Theology degree from Franciscan University. With expertise in diverse areas, he has worked extensively in both software development and Catholic evangelization.
Eric and his beautiful wife Suzan have seven children. They currently reside in Ohio and are serious baseball fans. Eric's website "Swimming Upstream" may be found at www.ericsammons.com and he may be followed on Twitter @EricRSammons.
Eric and his beautiful wife Suzan have seven children. They currently reside in Ohio and are serious baseball fans. Eric's website "Swimming Upstream" may be found at www.ericsammons.com and he may be followed on Twitter @EricRSammons.
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February 3, 2024
Reading through the Gospel of Matthew, I’d never noticed how many names or titles Matthew uses to refer to Jesus. Of the ones I did notice, such as Rabbi, Lord, Shepherd, Prophet, and Teacher, I didn’t think deeply about what the titles meant in the time of Jesus. I assumed the meaning was probably the same as we understand them now. Truthfully, I should have known better. Most words in Scripture have significant meaning to those who wrote them and to the audience they were written for at the time.
When I saw an advertisement for the book, “Who Do You Say I Am? Unlocking the 24 Titles Given to Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew” by Eric Sammons, published by Sophia Institute Press, I was surprised there were so many titles and interested to learn more about what they mean about Jesus.
I’d previously read another book by Eric Sammons, “Holiness is for Everyone: The Practical Spirituality by St. Josemaria Escriva” and enjoyed his writing style. Sammons took the topic and presented it in a clear, easily digestible manner that gave me much to learn and reflect upon as I read. My positive experience with that book encouraged me to pick up this title by the author.
In his newer book, “Who Do You Say I Am”, the author, Eric Sammons examines the 24 different titles given to Jesus by in the Gospel of Matthew with a clear understanding of scripture, both Old and New Testaments, and Catholic teaching.
Each chapter centers on one of the twenty-four titles given to Jesus, starting with the scripture that includes the title discussed. Sammons then walks you through a detailed analysis of what was meant by the title as it was used in the time of Jesus. He continues with explaining the title as to how it was understood by scholars, theologians, Saints, and in Church teachings since the Bible was written. The chapters conclude with a reference to the scripture and reflection questions inviting us to think about how Jesus fills that role in our lives today.
One chapter is devoted to the title “Physician” as used in Matthew 9:12. From this scripture, the author brings us to a discussion on conversion – turning away from sin and towards Jesus. He walks us through scripture, Early Church fathers, St Augustine, St. Ignatius of Antioch, and even brings in the Catechism of the Catholic Church to help us go deeper on understanding Jesus as the physician. After reading the short chapter I am encouraged to reflect personally how I trust Jesus, the Divine Physician to heal me.
The 24 short, readable chapters are grouped by the type of titles into four parts. Even though the chapters are short, I preferred to only read one chapter per sitting so I could spend time journaling the reflection questions provided in the chapter and really ponder what I’d learned. It is not a book you want to read quickly because the author invites you to internalize the meaning of each title to grow deeper in your relationship with Jesus.
This book was a good read for my morning reflection time and to read during adoration before the Blessed Sacrament. I would read one chapter at a time, pray with it, and journal through the reflection questions.
If you are interested in growing in knowledge of Scripture and Church teachings to deepen your understanding and personal connection to Jesus, you should read this book. “Who Do You Say I Am” would also be a good book for reading and discussing in a study group.
This book was a meditation on the different “roles” of Jesus in my life. Reading “Who Do You Say I Am” helped me to grow closer to Jesus and invite Him to change my life in new ways.
When I saw an advertisement for the book, “Who Do You Say I Am? Unlocking the 24 Titles Given to Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew” by Eric Sammons, published by Sophia Institute Press, I was surprised there were so many titles and interested to learn more about what they mean about Jesus.
I’d previously read another book by Eric Sammons, “Holiness is for Everyone: The Practical Spirituality by St. Josemaria Escriva” and enjoyed his writing style. Sammons took the topic and presented it in a clear, easily digestible manner that gave me much to learn and reflect upon as I read. My positive experience with that book encouraged me to pick up this title by the author.
In his newer book, “Who Do You Say I Am”, the author, Eric Sammons examines the 24 different titles given to Jesus by in the Gospel of Matthew with a clear understanding of scripture, both Old and New Testaments, and Catholic teaching.
Each chapter centers on one of the twenty-four titles given to Jesus, starting with the scripture that includes the title discussed. Sammons then walks you through a detailed analysis of what was meant by the title as it was used in the time of Jesus. He continues with explaining the title as to how it was understood by scholars, theologians, Saints, and in Church teachings since the Bible was written. The chapters conclude with a reference to the scripture and reflection questions inviting us to think about how Jesus fills that role in our lives today.
One chapter is devoted to the title “Physician” as used in Matthew 9:12. From this scripture, the author brings us to a discussion on conversion – turning away from sin and towards Jesus. He walks us through scripture, Early Church fathers, St Augustine, St. Ignatius of Antioch, and even brings in the Catechism of the Catholic Church to help us go deeper on understanding Jesus as the physician. After reading the short chapter I am encouraged to reflect personally how I trust Jesus, the Divine Physician to heal me.
The 24 short, readable chapters are grouped by the type of titles into four parts. Even though the chapters are short, I preferred to only read one chapter per sitting so I could spend time journaling the reflection questions provided in the chapter and really ponder what I’d learned. It is not a book you want to read quickly because the author invites you to internalize the meaning of each title to grow deeper in your relationship with Jesus.
This book was a good read for my morning reflection time and to read during adoration before the Blessed Sacrament. I would read one chapter at a time, pray with it, and journal through the reflection questions.
If you are interested in growing in knowledge of Scripture and Church teachings to deepen your understanding and personal connection to Jesus, you should read this book. “Who Do You Say I Am” would also be a good book for reading and discussing in a study group.
This book was a meditation on the different “roles” of Jesus in my life. Reading “Who Do You Say I Am” helped me to grow closer to Jesus and invite Him to change my life in new ways.
May 20, 2023
This book has great insights.
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