1. When Jesus Wept, The Jerusalem Chronicles Series #1
    Bodie Thoene, Brock Thoene
    Zondervan / 2013 / Trade Paperback
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  1. Christianfictionaddiction
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    A stirring historical read
    April 23, 2013
    Christianfictionaddiction
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    Bodie and Brock Thoene have created a stirring account of the life of Lazarus in their latest book, "When Jesus Wept". I have always been curious about how Lazarus and Jesus met and formed a relationship, and the authors have done a tremendous job of staying true to the Biblical account while exploring how their friendship may have formed. The result is a moving, entertaining story that is sure to please fans of Biblical fiction! The rich historical details that they have woven into the novel add a deeper meaning to the story as readers witness how radical Jesus was compared to the typical Jewish man of the day and in that culture. It is no wonder, then, that Lazarus was drawn to Jesus and his gentle spirit and his wisdom! Some of my favorite scenes included the conversations Jesus and Lazarus had about Jesus being the vine and about the pruning that occurs in our lives with a result of wonderful fruit. These scenes offer deep truths that can encourage all of us as we walk with God and yet experience hard times and so seek a purpose behind what we are experiencing. As a whole, the characters have been beautifully developed, and I love the way the Thoene's fleshed out not only Lazarus but his sisters Mary and Martha also. The story moves along well and is written with the Thoene's usual skilled pen.

    If you are looking for a well-written fiction book set in a Biblical setting, then plan on picking up a copy of "When Jesus Wept". You will come away with a greater appreciation of Lazarus and his friendship with Jesus, and will not only be entertained but inspired as well. I award this book 4.5 out of 5 stars.

    Book has been provided courtesy of the publisher, Zondervan, and Litfuse Publicity Group for the purposes of this unbiased review.
  2. jp51
    Albuquerque, NM
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Wonderful book in true Bodie Thoene style.
    April 18, 2013
    jp51
    Albuquerque, NM
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    Bodie Thoene fills in the blanks with well researched history to allow the reader to step right into the pages of the Bible and experience the life and lessons of our Saviour, Jesus Christ.

    When will the next book in the series come out? Can"t wait.
  3. Kianna Rose
    New York, NY
    Age: Under 18
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Book Review: When Jesus Wept
    April 16, 2013
    Kianna Rose
    New York, NY
    Age: Under 18
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    Knowing that the Thoenes penned over 65 works of historical fiction and are awarded authors, I was thrilled at the opportunity to read this novel.

    "When Jesus Wept" is written from Lazarus' perspective of various Biblical occurrences, such as hearing the message of repentance from John the Baptist, witnessing Jesus' baptism, which was the first time Lazarus laid eyes on Jesus.

    The Authors vividly depict the unfolding events, miracles and controversy that surrounded Jesus' ministry. The Thoene's managed to intertwine the Biblical accuracies of the time along with great Historical fiction content amazingly.

    I appreciated them including many conversations that we find in the Bible between Jesus and Lazarus.

    The friendship that Lazarus and Jesus establish is vividly described throughout the book. The correlation of Lazarus being an owner of a vineyard and Jesus being the One True Vine is written out in picturesque detail.

    Lazarus new all to well the care that went into having a vineyard that bore a delicious bounty of grapes. He knew that much pruning to remove the fruitless branches was necessary in order to create a healthy atmosphere in which to grow in. The message that Jesus' is the One True Vine who lovingly prunes and trains as necessary so we may also bear good fruit was captured impressively.

    Other characters of the book such as Lazarus' overseer and the Jerusalem Sparrows provided a more developed story line of the intimate and personal account of Lazarus and his family happenings.

    This is the first novel I am reading by Bodie & Brock Thoene. The historical Christian genre drew me in and I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I look forward to reading more from the Jerusalem Series.
  4. The IE Mommy
    Beaumont, CA
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    A Great Interpretation of Lazarus's Story
    April 14, 2013
    The IE Mommy
    Beaumont, CA
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    I'm officially hooked on Biblical Fiction. When Jesus Wept is another well-written book that takes scripture and history together to make people from the Bible tangible. I understand there are a lot of elements that are the author's interpretation, but I do believe it is a ministry that God has His hand in. Reading books like this creates thoughts, interests, conversations and prayers as we ponder what the story was all about and what it means to us.

    It always amazes me how someone can take verses in the bible and tell the story to touch your heart in more ways than you ever thought possible. For me, I read the Bible and most of the time I don't understand anything deeper than the words on the page. That is really hard for me to admit because I know that means I need to work me as well as my relationship with God!

    I get so much more out if the bible when I go to church, watch Biblical films or movies, read books like this, read Christian self-help books or devotionals. So, I was happy to read When Jesus Wept!

    The story of Jesus and Lazarus has always amazed me. I enjoyed Bodie and Brock Thoene's interpretation of the person Lazarus was and his relationship with Jesus as well as all the other characters in the story.

    When Jesus Wept is the first book in the Jerusalem Chronicles and I can't wait to read the next!
  5. Sufficient in Jesus
    Age: 18-24
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    A vivid and captivating story!
    April 11, 2013
    Sufficient in Jesus
    Age: 18-24
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    Two thoughts about this book: How do the Thoenes write the way they do? And: I am sure glad that When Jesus Wept is the first in a new series.

    I may have been sitting on my couch in an April afternoon reading the first chapter of this book, but my mind was with David ben Lazarus in Israel as he rode among the grapevines.

    This book is written so vividly that the heat can be felt, the grapes can be tasted and you want to pet the pleasant faced goats that follow you through the vineyards.

    The scene, Israel under Roman oppression during the time Jesus began to publicly minister, comes to life. As you read you understand a little of the turmoil and pain that being Jewish under Roman rule must have involved.

    Biblical events such as John's Baptizing and The Wedding at Cana are woven into the story and the character's lives, allowing you to read the Scriptures with richer eyes.

    The characters themselves are complex and carefully imagined: David ben Lazarus and his sisters Mary and Martha, and Jesus, as well as the invalid by the pool and the blind beggar that Jesus healed.

    In this novel, Martha and Lazarus's sister Mary is the sensitive young one whom Lazarus married off to an old man in a profitable business deal. Now she is the wealthy widowed Mary of Magdala, who is still seeking love in broken relationships.

    Lazarus is bearing his own pain... the loss of his dear bride and their first child in childbirth, the loss of his best friend in an act of Roman cruelty.

    And Martha, sensible and sturdy, trying to serve her brother and praying for Mary to come home.

    This book is written so that the emotions and spirit of the characters glow.

    These men and women can see the brutality and injustice of the Romans, and the hypocrisy and corruption of the religious leaders, and they want Israel purged of these sins.

    They hope the the Messiah will do so, ushering in God's blessing on the nation.

    Do they realize their own hearts need cleansing and forgiveness, and that God may have another way of bringing His Kingdom?

    All of them are asking the question: Is this Nazarene the Messiah?

    I love the way the Thoene's write about Jesus, with passion and reverence and joy. You delight in your Savior when you read their books.

    Open this book and experience the days when Jesus walked in Israel though the eyes of David ben Lazarus, vintner of Bethany.

    Thank you for writing a great beginning to a new series, Mr and Mrs. Thoene! And thank you Litfuse for sending me a copy of When Jesus Wept.
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