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In the Footsteps of Jesus

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The simple question posed more than 100 years ago by Charles Sheldon, "What Would Jesus Do?" resonates between the lines of this delightful book. Reflecting on the life-changing experience of playing the role of Jesus in "Matthew - The Visual Bible," Bruce Marchiano gives a candid and intimate picture of trying to walk in the very footsteps of Jesus. In this profound and moving personal testimony he describes the spiritual and emotional wrestling as he tries to fill the sandles of the One who most profoundly shaped all of human history.

This is a book that emphasizes the humanity of Jesus Christ without in any way taking from His Divinity. The impact of the message will resonate in your life long after you close the last page.

The best portrayal of Jesus in any film was Robert Powell in the 1977 mimi series, "Jesus of Nazareth".. I thought Marchiano was waaaay over the top and that his performance fell more in the category of amateur. That being said, I thought the book was somewhat insightful but as I read on it kept reminding me that it was more about walking in the footsteps of Mr. Marchiano rather than Jesus. Not recommended

This book is simple, yet powerful, and to the point. Bruce tells his story as actor and christian since his days in Hollywood until he finally met up with director Regard van der Berg from South Africa. Between the two of them they made a powerful movie, about the book of Matthew which is in the Bible. The power behind the movie and the book is inspired by the Spirit of God but also the fact that the script is word for word as it is written in the Bible. They did not add anything or take anything away.

Sharing his personal delemas and struggles in searching God and then ultimately how making this movie changed and touched his life, is the essence of this book. The book is written in such a way that it draws you closer to the Lord making you aware of the reality that took place when Jesys died on the cross but also the unconditional love God has for us.

The book is special to have and you can clearly see Bruce wrote this book, with no hidden agendas, but to share a truth that truly sets free. This will enrich your personal relationship with the Lord Jesus...and I hope it will bless you the way it blessed me!

I've never been a "Christian," I never understood the emotional appeal of Jesus, until I read this book after seeing the movie, and felt the incredible love, from God and Jesus. The incredible blessings and "coincidences" that occurred to bring him to the role, the research he did to prepare, the miracles that happened during filming, and the incredible ministry that's developed out of it, are all described in Bruce's wonderful friend-to-friend conversational style. What a wonderful loving communicator he is. Read it! Whether you "believe" or not, READ IT! You'll be transformed by the love. This is now a textbook to me, which I read through whenever I need to be reminded.

Never before had I been compelled to read a book in a day...But for some reason, back in July of 2001, I sat down with "In The Footsteps Of Jesus" by Bruce Marchiano and did just so...

If you are searching for a God and a Savior without religion, you will find it here. The Christian religion tends to focus on religion and forget about the One it is all about! Bruce Marchiano lovingly and brilliantly brings the pages of this book to life with an awesome, loving, compassionate Jesus...The Christ that the Bible talks about...The true Christ!

Bruce shares his personal experiences, stories and, yes, even some miracles of his own before, during and after the filming of the "Matthew" film series. And he speaks to the reader as if he is having a cup of coffee with you and visiting with a friend...

You must read this book for your betterment, and then, you must share it with others...

And don't be surprised if you, too, read it in a day!

C.S. Lewis wrote that Jesus was either a liar, a lunatic, or the Lord He claimed to be. Unfortunately, on stage and film many actors slip into the "lunatic" portrayal--especially during difficult "angry" scenes like the cleansing of the temple and confrontations with the Pharisees. And those who avoid that pitfall often portray Jesus as a mystic with His head in the clouds, completely out of touch with reality. But through great prayer and study Bruce Marchiano captured a portrayal that not only overcomes these two problems but does so much more. Often his portrayal is surprising and even amazing, but for students of the New Testament, it rings true. This is a Jesus who is passionate and full of joy. I began playing Jesus on stage a few years ago in local church productions. I have read this book over and over and never cease to be inspired by the remarkable insights it provides. For sholarship, try Philip Yancey's "The Jesus I Never Knew." But for the remarkable revelations only an actor discovers, read this amazing book.

This has surely been a journey and it seems I need to go even further. Let me explain. I was stopped in my tracks as I couldn't take my eyes off the cover photo of the Plain Truth magazine. There was something too odd with it. IT came too close to my vision of how Jesus must have really looked. (I never bought into the porceline doll, divine, almost fragile look) Purchased...read the first few paragraphs and I gasped for breath at the passion this ordinary guy wrote with. Even in that article I fell in love. Decided on the spot that this was a must read. (I had a Spirit filled experience while producing and writing a compassion driven short movie as well. I also did most of the behind the scenes photography so I wanted his "JESUS, yesterday, today, forever picture book.)

Let me tell you when I got the books in my hands, I was right. I couldn't put them down. This was too real to be true. How can I say this...I want to hear ALL of the stories over hot chocolate one day, Bruce. He has become like a true Christian friend. Deeply grounded in Our Savior and his love for even the least of us, and screaming it across the world! From the looks of all the reviews all over the internet...we are all in one accord in the spirit of this most effective ministry. The Word of God does not return void when interpreted and inspired realistically. God Bless all the endeavours of this magnificent team and keep them away from the evils and corruptions of their inevitable fame. TO GOD BE THE GLORY AS BRUCE IS DOING SUCH A MARVELOUS JOB WITH. Now I've just got to get my hands on the audio tape and visual bible - Matthew, Acts and the Great Storyteller. Lastly, please listen to Bruce when he reminds us all to check it back to the Bible YOURSELF! Don't just take his word for it, the Bible was trying to tell Hollywood for a long time...Jesus was and still is very real! HE LAUGHED AND LOVED AND WEPT AND PLAYED WITH CHILDREN!

Watching the movie and reading the book, Bruce displays a closeness to the Lord like none other I've ever seen. The book is captivating and it inspiring.

Wow! Just finished reading this awesome account of what it could be like to walk in the footsteps of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I could not put the book down and found myself reading many passages over and over. Reading Bruce's account of living the pages of the Gospel of Matthew was a wonderful blessing and I found myself moved to tears many times. I loved this book and look forward to reading his next work! Thanks, Bruce for being obedient to God's work in you.

The author really knows how it feels to be in the footstep of Jesus Christ..! It so touching, as if God gaves him a glimpse of His feelings towards His Creations, us.., human..!