A Tale of Two Trees: Meditations on Faith-Keeping

by Matthew Clark

When drought, exile, and confusion have left her parched, what choices will the Bride of Christ make to root herself in Jesus, take up her abandoned harp, and keep what seems like a foolish feast of faith in enemy territory? Will the singers go silent? Or will they set their hearts on pilgrimage, finding that even the valley of weeping can become a place of springs? These questions set the stage for both the second musical album of Matthew Clark's "Well Trilogy," as well as this series of companion essays from Emily Verdoorn, Heidi White, Benjamin Holsteen, Jason Smith, Steven Elmore, John Barnts, Lancia E. Smith, Amber Salladin, Anita K. Palmer, Susan Cowger, and Jonathan Koefoed.

222 pages, Paperback

Published May 31, 2023

About the author

Matthew Clark is a singer/songwriter and storyteller from Mississippi. He has recorded several full length albums, including a Bible walk-through called “Bright Came the Word from His Mouth” and “Beautiful Secret Life.” Matthew hosts a weekly podcast, “One Thousand Words – Stories on the Way”, featuring essays reflecting on faith-keeping. A touring musician and speaker, Matthew travels sharing songs and stories. Whether it’s a song, podcast, meal, or an essay, Matthew loves to “make things that make room for people to meet Jesus.”


“The Well Trilogy” is Matthew’s current project: 3 full-length album/book combos releasing over 3 years. Each installment is made up of 11 songs and a companion book of 13 essays written by a variety of contributors exploring themes around encountering Jesus, faith-keeping, and the return of Christ.

Part One, “Only the Lover Sings” & Part Two, “A Tale of Two Trees” are available everywhere now!

Part Three, “Where the River Goes” is here!

Reviews

[Stella · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed "Only the Lover Sings." I adored "A Tale of Two Trees." I'm excited for "Where the River Goes." I hope it's even better.
These essays and songs had lots to say about a lot of things. I particularly enjoyed the beautiful picture of Christ-like hospitality that was painted, and the reminder that all the earth is saturated with the love of Jesus. He is deeply, unwaveringly, with us.