To The Least of These

To the Least of These is a book that offers hope. It reveals new pathways for people to overcome some of life's most difficult moments. This book is a collection of real-life short stories. They complement selected gospel readings and depict Jesus of Nazareth during his life and in the present. Within these stories, there are portraits of Jesus painted as he interacts with people and offers gifts of restoration. Jesus of Nazareth is the key to unlock the treasures of this book. He is the source of new life, especially for those stuck in hard places. In the heart of these chapters, readers are provided a glimpse of God's heart toward humanity. God suffers with people. The life of Jesus provides evidence of this truth. To begin, the story of Eden's garden is brought to life. And readers are reminded of God's desire to walk alongside humanity each day. As the conclusion of this book, readers are invited to consider the revelation of John, as he describes a new earth coming down from the sky. This new earth is heaven and includes Eden's restored garden as a place for humanity to reunite with their Creator. Overall, To the Least of These offers a collection of stories that call for transformation. They are stories that speak to abundant life in the present, and to purposeful living, no longer under the curse of Eden's Garden.