Jeff Kissell's newly released "Matthias" is a startling novel following the thirteenth disciple and his perspective of Christ's ministry.
"Matthias" from Christian Faith Publishing author Jeff Kissell is an unforgettable, poignant novel and gospel from the point of view of Matthias, one of the apostle's companions and a close follower of Jesus who is largely overlooked in history but nevertheless has an important story to tell.
MEADVILLE, Pa., March 18, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- "Matthias": a richly imagined biblical novel, is the creation of published author Jeff Kissell, a volunteer teacher and father who met his wife while on a mission trip to Jerusalem. He currently lives in Baird, Texas.
Kissell writes, "One of the disciples that little is known about is Matthias. We do know that he was chosen by the eleven to replace Judas Iscariot. He is with the believers in Jerusalem on Pentecost. Other than that, he was with Jesus from his baptism until Jesus's return to heaven, nothing is known. Who was he, and what can we imagine about his family, occupation, or the man? Even his death is a mystery. Matthias tells the story of how it might have been. The scenes are from the scriptures as the disciples travel with Jesus, learning and working with him. Even though Matthias is not at the death of Jesus, he is to be the thirteenth disciple."
Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Jeff Kissell's new book is an absorbing fictional gospel that draws inspiration from the canonical sequence as well as historical insights and Jesus's timeless teachings.
Kissell convincingly brings to life a biblical era and a cast of characters whose perspective on Jesus's life and ministry richly complements the original.
View a synopsis of "Matthias" on YouTube.
Consumers can purchase"Matthias" at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.
For additional information or inquiries about "Matthias", contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.
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