Jesus World: A novel

by Jamie Buckingham

Have you ever wondered what Disney World would be like if it were centered on Jesus instead of cartoon characters? Would it be a good thing? Or would there just be as much fantasy as any other theme park run by robotics and remote controls? Is it OK to make Jesus and his message more “entertaining” if people are converted in the process? Or is it better to simply follow the pattern of his life and his lifestyle, and make not just converts, but true disciples? Jesus World, a novel, is a fictional study of the differences between high profile Christianity, riddled with compromise yet justified by countless conversions, and simple Jesus-like discipleship. Can both exist side-by-side? Or will one overtake the other, in the name of God?

Genres: Fiction, Christian

132 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1981

About the author

Jamie Buckingham was the founder of the Tabernacle Church in Melbourne, Florida. He was the author of Run, Baby, Run (with Nickey Cruz), Shout it From the Housetops (with Pat Robertson), Ben Israel (with Arthur Katz) and 34 other books. Buckingham was editor for Charisma Magazine until his death in 1992.

Reviews

[Jordan Anderson · Rating 3 out of 5]

This one was better than expected but still a very weird novel.

Buckingham is a decent author and kept me interested throughout the entire story, but man, talk about some strange beliefs.

Being raided in the church, I known Buckinghams’s stance and totally get it, however burying that under an anti-capitalist, anti-robot agenda makes him out to be a weirdo.

Either way, at 132 pages Jesus World is a quick, and even fun read. Just be prepared for some head scratching and bizarre moments.