Location matters.
Christianity isn’t a batch of spiritual thoughts or metaphysical truths. It’s a journey of real people with their feet on the ground in real places. In Everywhere Is Jerusalem, James Howell takes you on a spiritual pilgrimage to significant places in the ongoing story of the Christian faith. You’ll go from Bethlehem to Jerusalem, from the Jordan River to Assisi, and from the Sea of Galilee to Montgomery, Alabama. Along the way, you’ll discover the profound connections between biblical stories and the places they happened. You’ll see how Christians throughout history have brought their faith to life worldwide, in their own cities and communities. And you’ll find God calling you to bring your own faith to life right where you are, right now.
Part travelogue, part Bible study, this book will take you on a spiritual journey to the places that are most important in our faith, and you’ll discover that the most important place of all is the place where you are, right now.
In Everywhere Is Jerusalem, James Howell masterfully guides readers on a transformative pilgrimage through the sacred landscapes of Christianity. From the historic paths of Bethlehem to the civil rights landmarks of Montgomery, Alabama, this book beautifully interweaves the biblical narratives with their geographical echoes in today's world. Howell's compelling narrative invites us to see the divine in our everyday surroundings and encourages a lived faith that resonates with authenticity and relevance. A must-read for anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual journey and understand the profound impact of place on faith.
Matt Rawle, author of Jesus Revealed and The Heart That Grew Three Sizes
I’m always up for a new adventure. In Everywhere is Jerusalem, James Howell invites his readers on a captivating journey from Bethlehem to Jerusalem, from the Jordan River to Assisi, and from the Sea of Galilee to Montgomery, Alabama. Through his experiences and those of others, Howell offers a fresh and engaging perspective on faith. Too often, we forget that Jesus became flesh and blood and moved into the neighborhood, but Howell profoundly opens our eyes to the Holy no matter where we step our feet. For any small group ready to be transformed by impeccable writing and a sense of wonder, Everywhere Is Jerusalem is a must-read.
Rachel Billups, author of An Unlikely Advent
James C. Howell is the senior pastor of Myers Park United Methodist Church in Charlotte, NC, and the author of more than 20 books, including Weak Enough to Lead, Conversations with St. Francis, The Life We Claim, and The Beautiful Work of Learning to Pray. His podcast, “Maybe I’m Amazed,” blogs, and retreats are popular, as are his work on leadership and community activism.
James C. Howell
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