The Messiah Stones

by Irving Benig

AN ORDINARY MAN.
AN ANCIENT SECRET.
A REMARKABLE QUEST FOR FAITH.
John McGowan lives a quiet, uncomplicated life--until he inherits a extraordinary legacy from his long-missing father. Fifty years before, archaeologist Bill McGowan made a wondrous discovery in the Holy a set of carved, glowing stones that contained amazing revelations about the coming millennium. But the stones were lost.
Now John must embark on an incredible journey to unravel their mystery. With his wife, Sarah, at his side, he will witness a series of miracles that will challenge all that he believes. He will experience mystical dreams and visions. And finally, he will travel to Jerusalem, where he will come face-to-face with his ultimate destiny.
Powerfully moving and relentlessly suspenseful, The Messiah Stones is a tale of the human spirit in search of a secret, in search of faith, and in search of the Eternal that connects us all. . . .


From the Trade Paperback edition.

Genres: Fiction, Mystery Thriller, Mystery, Christian Fiction

Hardcover

First published January 1, 1994

Reviews

[Annette · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is the second book I’ve tried to read by this author, and it’s the same drawn-out style of writing, which I do not like.

[Denise Ballentine · Rating 1 out of 5]

Awful.
A mish-mash of religion. A hot-mess of a plot. Ridiculous.

[Nicole Thomas · Rating 4 out of 5]

I made the mistake of reading the reviews when I started reading this book & almost didn’t keep reading it. I’m so glad I didn’t! I loved this book. There were some things I didn’t completely agree with but there were more things in the book that touched my heart immensely. It’s a book I will always treasure & keep on my shelf! I love the Savior, the Messiah & this book made my heart turned to Him even more. I can’t wait to see Him-whether that be in death or at his second coming! I do have a true, unwavering testimony that He does live & that He loves each of us individually. He WILL come again! ❤️🙏

[Priscila Laporta · Rating 4 out of 5]

Me gustó bastante este libro. Me gusta la arqueología, me gustan los misterios arqueológicos y no arqueológicos. Me gusta lo que tiene que ver con Cristo (aún que esto solo es una novela y para nada real, ni lo será). Así que si, me gusta este libro, por lo que os lo recomiendo.

[Debbie · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not the best book ... for me... too wordy... lots of detours...didn't really buy into the 'feasibility' of this actually happening. There were some good points in the book that led to personal reflection questions about God. But overall didn't care much for the book.

[Antonio · Rating 5 out of 5]

Inspirational story, familiar to people of Judeo-Christian faiths, but I doubt Hindus, or even Muslims would understand any of the Biblical references.
Anyway, the teachings and "inner" discoveries are universal.
Very good book for those who seek growth in their spirituality.

[Deb (Bee) · Rating 4 out of 5]

I throughly enjoyed this well written tale of faith, doubt, hope, death and redemption. A story of the light that resides in all of us if we dare to look. It is a voyage and the writing takes us on an adventure where every step has heightened anticipation of what will be revealed to the characters, and to us all. Personally found it odd that I should finish reading this book on Ash Wednesday.

[Judith · Rating 4 out of 5]

While I liked this book for it’s spiritual thoughts, there were things I did not agree with so was turned off for awhile. Ie, reincarnation. There was much about that in this book and it was a big turn off for me. I would be into the story and then a subject like that would show up and I would loose interest. This took me much longer to read than normal.

[Gisele · Rating 2 out of 5]

I didn't like this book...good premise and an easy read however the characters didn't feel real, the dialogue felt unbelievable, and the text didn't flow. It seems the story hobbled along although addressing some pretty deep things. Maybe the writing isn't that great...I'm not an expert...I just know what I like and I didn't like this!

[Joan · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book was a real disappointment. The characters were not very believable or engaging, the theology was a mish-mash of Christianity and every other religion, and the plot was not very suspenseful. I picked it up on a whim from the library and I wish I had passed over it to something else.

[Phil · Rating 3 out of 5]

Purchased at a thrift store "bag of books for $5" sale, sorry Mr. Benig. It has a DaVinci Code feel, but more faithful, less conspiracy. Not a Christian religious thriller, but it heads down that road.

[Terry · Rating 4 out of 5]

This provocative book was for me a cross between the Joshua series and The Celestine Prophecy. I couldn't put it down.

[Sheila · Rating 2 out of 5]

A millenium novel. I was hoping for more of an ending for this book than I was given, though I tend to be a sucker for most things biblical and end times.

[Marie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Could not put this book down!! I bought it on vacation, and read it many nights, until it was done. Please write some more Irving,your talent is addictive.

[Beverly Steinhardt · Rating 2 out of 5]

this book was disappointing. I expected an end times book but this was a combination of Christianity and a number of other religions. the plot was weak and for the most part not even believably.

[Wendy]

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