Story in the Stars: Discovering God's Design and Plan for Our Universe

by Joe Amaral

An in-depth look at the powerful story and symbolism behind God's unique design of our universe.Thousands of words have been written about the first ten words in the "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth," a simple and profound statement that has ignited a firestorm of debate and controversy. People often only focus on the "how" and "when" of creation, but Story in the Stars explores the "why." Why did God create such a vast universe? Why did He choose the sun and moon to light our paths? Why did He design images with stars in the night sky?The Bible is very clear when it states that God created, named, and positioned all of the stars of the universe in their place in a very specific way-a way that tells us the greatest story ever to be told. In Luke 21:25 Jesus says, "There will be signs in the sun, moon and stars." Signs are meant to point us towards Jesus. Story in the Stars takes an in-depth look at the Bible and all the signs God mapped out through constellations, planets, and even the way the Earth is tilted. We are uniquely designed by God, and He loves us so much that He ensured a way for all inhabitants of the earth, through all of time, to see the messages of salvation and redemption that He painted in the stars.

Genres: Spirituality, Nonfiction

227 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 30, 2018

About the author

Joe Amaral was born in Portugal on the island of St. Miguel, and emigrated with his family to Toronto, Ontario, when he was two years old. A rebel against Christianity, he credits a youth pastor who "loved me unconditionally" with being a major factor in his conversion and subsequent decision to enter the ministry. He attended Eastern Pentecostal Bible College (now a Master's College and Seminary). In November 2002, he first visited Israel, and learned about the culture from his tour guide, a Messianic Jew. Today, along with his father-in-law, he operates a ministry called Operation Outreach, conducting tours of the Holy Land several times a year and teaching on the Jewish roots of the Christian faith. He resides with his wife, Karen, and family in Ontario.

Reviews

[Jennifer · Rating 1 out of 5]

I feel like I just read the pages of a tabloid, and not even a semi-believable one. The kind with “alien baby eats cheeseburger” articles. The author clearly has an interest in astrology and feels so guilty about enjoying this borderline “witchcraft” that he has to write a novel length defense. Don’t waste your time.

[Laura · Rating 2 out of 5]

The author’s god is a weak god, incapable of preserving his word as He said he would, and must use false science to explain away the Bible. I didn’t finish.

[Neil · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book would have been much better if it was just the chapter “Jesus was a Virgo”, everything else feels like such a stretch. Joe explains that he doesn’t cite any sources for his information because it’s all already “public knowledge” and then goes on to say that it is public knowledge that the sun was at the centre of virgo with the moon under her feet on September 11 3 BC, he than says he knows it’s public knowledge because he found that info through his “astronomy software”… ah yes the all knowing mysterious astronomy software, we are in no place to question its authority we must simply believe that it is completely accurate. Also what registers as public knowledge to Joe Amaral? Just because you can find information somewhere on the internet doesn’t mean everyone knows where to find it or that there aren’t any contradicting sources. Since we have no way of knowing Joe’s sources it’s tough to give this book any credibility. I’ll do my own research and see if his claims in Jesus was a virgo are accurate, and if they are that’s quite remarkable, but a book should not make me have to do my own research to see if it’s claims are true, the book should be the research itself.

[Susan Shipe · Rating 4 out of 5]

Story in the Stars is a must-have for the star gazers on your gift list! Joe Amaral does an extraordinary job of discovery and mapping as he explains the signs and wonders God gave us in the Universe.

Prophecy revealed in constellations - signs pointing us to Jesus' birth and to His return to earth.

Fascinating reading in this 200 page book.

Highly recommended for young and old - all those who have an interest in the stars and beyond!

[Sandy Bellanger · Rating 4 out of 5]

I found it quite interesting mostly because the vast majority of Christians shy away from Zodiacs. Satan has once again taken what God created and turned it into something it’s not. Reading about the stars put a fresh prospective on the placement of each one.

[Angela · Rating 3 out of 5]

Throughout recorded human history and across almost all ancient cultures, the names and images of the constellations have remained very consistent. And from the viewpoint of Judaism and Christianity, God hung these constellations in the heavens to tell the story of the major events of the birth, life, death, resurrection, and the return of Jesus, and today, to remind us of the same.

[parttimereader · Rating 5 out of 5]

constellations and astronomy and christianity

[Jane S. Grimm · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book was okay. But I won’t be reading any more by this author. A little surprising that he is a renowned speaker.....

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an amazing explanation of how God wrote the story of His Son in the skies!!!

[Csimplot Simplot · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book!

[Maureen · Rating 5 out of 5]

You will look at the night sky and smile. Such a good read.

[Mark Kuberski · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is like wow!!! Amazing story and so Epic how God has shown His entire plan in the stars, Bravo!!!

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

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Story in the Stars is a fascinating read about constellations and planets. I am going to be honest, I struggled at first with this book because of the authors in depth understanding and research he was bringing to the table about festivals, the constellations and how each thing aligned. I felt that maybe it was almost a bit much, but the more I read, the more I realized he was addressed some of my concerns about worshipping the stars and seeking them to understand what was happening. Rather he was using them to connect history from the Bible. There is a deeper meaning that is revealed in this book then I have never understood or read before. This book is very interesting and helps me understand scripture differently. It will give you a visual picture of the Bible in a different way. I found this to be a stimulating read.
This book will give you a different view of the sky and the stars. It is a fascinating read and you don't have to be into constellations to enjoy this. I reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the publisher. I was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are my own.

[Raquel Sanchez shaffer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Look up

This book is beautiful. It explains how God has positioned the starts to tell us the best story over told. Jesus loves us. Just look up. It's all there. Written in the stars. ⭐️

[Mary N · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a fascinating book!! I will read it again. It brought so much of the Bible to life and helped me see some more of God’s grand plan for us.