Messiah: A Contemporary Adaptation of the Classic Work on Jesus' Life, The Desire of Ages

by Jerry D. Thomas

Messiah -- now in paperback Messiah--the contemporary adaptation of Ellen White's classic work on the life of Jesus--has captured the imagination of a new generation. Many have rediscovered a love for the Savior in the pages of this most accessible book. Now, the clarity, message, and power of Messiah can be shared even more widely in this economical mass-market paperback edition.
Like the original Desire of Ages, and the deluxe hardbound edition of Messiah, this affordable paperback edition will also leave its mark on future generations because of one thing: It lifts up the God-Man who conquered sin and changed the world. Come meet, and share, the MESSIAH.

Genres: Christian, Religion

447 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2002

Reviews

[Maeve Baker · Rating 3 out of 5]

Had to read it for uni. Gives a decent overview of the life of Jesus but I think that it is really unhelpful, especially for those exploring or new to the faith, when motives and feelings are ascribed to biblical characters purely out of presumption rather than biblical support, especially in regards to Christ. And obviously there were some SDA things I didn’t agree on. But hey, we’re all Christian.

3 stars

[Alisha · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book helped me to know Jesus in a new way and it has changed my life. I have read it several times and will never stop reading it.

[Chris - Quarter Press Editor · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a book any Christian should read--and even if you're not, it wouldn't hurt. Unlike may other books about Jesus, this paraphrase of E.G. White's Desire of Ages doesn't fictionalize the story of Jesus, rather it shows His message, expounds upon His actions, and illustrates how He came to save humanity. It paints a picture unadulterated by religion and boils down Christ's ideas to their purest forms: being selfless and living for others.

[Jo Rankin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautifully written book about Jesus - makes me fall in love with Him all over again.

[Mark Griffin · Rating 5 out of 5]

WORTH THE TIME

POWERFUL REMINDER OF CHRIST LOVE FOR YOU. HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK FOR ANYONE WHO WANTS TO KNOW MORE ABOUT CHRIST.

[Jim Landelius]

An excellent adaptation of the classic work by Ellen G. White, The Desire of Ages.

[Joshua Kittleson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I dont usually go for abridged works, but this was most excellent.

[Lin SINGH-BARRINGTON · Rating 4 out of 5]

The writer's devotion and care for those exploring the Christian faith is clear in this book.

[Cassandra Becker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great for growing understanding and faith

I gave this 5 stars because of how closely it followed the Bible, leading me to greater insight on Jesus Christ and his purpose on earth. Feel truly blessed by reading this book.

[Tessa · Rating 1 out of 5]

My landlord (a Seventh Day Adventist) gave me a copy of this and said the Library of Congress endorsed it for being a good book about the life of Jesus Christ. I checked into it before I started reading it because I'm not a Seventh Day Adventist and have no desire to be and found a review that claimed for any Christian to read. I don't agree, it's a good book if you're Seventh Day Adventist or maybe Mormon or Catholic or otherwise conservative in your religion/faith/theology/what have you, but I'm not so the multiple references to Satan were distasteful at best (my Reverend doesn't preach about Satan. He might mention the serpent if he's telling the story of Adam and Eve or something like that, but that's it) and then I got to the part where Jesus turns the water into wine at that first wedding and this book claims it was grape juice. I stopped because I thought I remembered it was wine, so I checked my Bible and sure enough, that's what the Bible says it was. I didn't read another word after that and returned it to my landlord immediately. Personally, I am a teetotaler and have never had alcohol, but if my Bible says it was wine, then I believe my Bible and I don't think it makes sense to serve grape juice at a wedding. I want the real version of Jesus' life, not a conversion book for the Seventh Day Adventists.

[Fidi · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is to the "Desire of Ages" like "The Message Bible" is to the NIV version. It's simply the updated english version. I read it while working for the Learning Support Center at La Sierra University, which meant that I had to read it out loud onto a tape (for those with learning disabilities). Anyway, let's just say that during the "Passion" chapters, I had to stop the tape and pull myself together. Beautiful work chronicling Jesus' life. Can't wait for Jerry to do more contemporary translations of Mrs. White's books (if possible). I couldn't put it down.

[Heather · Rating 2 out of 5]

I read this book several years ago for a university class and greatly preferred this translated version to EGW's original. However, now that's it has been a few years, I suppose my general worldview has changed enough to make this book a complete boor. I guess it just wasn't awe inspiring. Let's just put it this way, EGW was a woman of her times. Times have changed.

[Justin · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a modern language update to "Desire of Ages." I'm interested in a book that gives more commentary on what's written in the Bible. I just wish that there were better writers who could make the commentary more palatable to readers. The ideas in this book were good but the style, voice, and tone weren't.

[Zoe · Rating 1 out of 5]

I was frustrated by the many presumptions and the tone of authority where there was speculation. I will admit that it made me look more deeply at various issues and really think about what all the possibilities were because of its focus on details and overcoming my frustrations.

[Linda Wright]

Fantastic!

[Darlene Nichols · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a short booklet very well written about the life of Jesus. I would highly recommend that this book be read.

[Ron · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book

This is a very well written and easy to understand book. A more in depth look at the life of Jesus. You will not be disappointed if you read it. You may even be blessed.

[Megan · Rating 5 out of 5]

A modern retelling of The Desire of Ages. An in depth look at the life, ministry and death of Jesus Christ. Uplifting, insightful and much easier to understand than the original.