Carol Stream, Ill. (June 7, 2022) In September, NavPress will release The Message of Matthew: Echoes, a creative approach to experiencing and interacting with Eugene Peterson’s beloved Message translation.
The Message of Matthew: Echoes demonstrates the Bible’s diverse impact on our culture. Alongside the text of Matthew (in the accessible Message translation), readers will see how contemporary authors, screenwriters, and musicians have mined key passages to enhance their work. Also included are writing prompts to spark creative interaction with the Scriptures. The Message of Matthew: Echoes shows how the Bible has impacted every generation and prompts readers to explore how it will shape their own culture.
Thoughtful creatives who are intrigued by the intersection of faith and culture will particularly enjoy the artistic thought behind The Message of Matthew: Echoes. Unique features include
- song lyrics and passages from contemporary literature, film, and television set alongside the texts of the Bible that inspired them;
- “Original Language” entries pointing out the biblical origins of everyday words and phrases;
- “Experiments in Echoing Scripture,” creative prompts to inspire Scripture engagement; and
- ample space for Bible journaling.
The Message of Matthew: Echoes releases September 5, 2023.
The Message of Matthew: Echoes | ISBN: 978-1-64158-510-1
Softcover: $11.99 | September 5, 2023
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