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Title: Words Of The Savior
Authors: Compilation
Publisher: Deseret Book
Genre: Inspirational
Year Published: 2014
Number of pages: 128
Binding: Hardcover
ISBN13: 978-1-60907-993-2
Price: $19.99
Reviewed by Trudy Thompson For The Association For Mormon Letters
As an avid but amateur photographer, I have found that photographic images can bring peace, tranquility, memories of the past, and a new perspective on the many aspects of our lives. Such are the pages in *Words Of The Savior*.
The scriptural quotes of the Savior’s teachings and parables, culled from the New Testament, are accompanied by very appropriately chosen images that provide a powerful reminder of the lessons that Jesus Christ sought to teach his followers-then and now. The combination of the text and images bring to life His admonitions of softly spoken invitations to “arise, and be not afraid,” while others were delivered as parables or discourses, and even words of warning, to His disciples and other followers. The lessons taught and learned are as essential in our lives today as they were in the meridian of time.
The exquisite photos that accompany these teachings bring deeper meaning to our hearts and minds as we read, ponder, and contemplate the words the Messiah spoke as he walked, taught and healed during his mortal ministry.
Some of the words of counsel found in this volume are:
“Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid”
“Arise, and be not afraid”
“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest”
“Rise up, and stand forth in the midst”
“Where is your faith?”
“If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth”
“What would ye that I should do for you?”
This exquisite and inspirational book is the perfect gift for any occasion and is a valuable addition to every home library.
I will be sending this book to a good friend who is facing possible heart surgery. As a devout Christian, she has clung to the words of the Savior to maintain faith and hope for the future. I believe this book will do for her what I cannot do-provide her with solace and peace.