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Can you imagine receiving e-mails from a different planet? Welcome to "The Chest of Visions" by Tim Ferguson where e-mail messages are shared between youth on Earth and a young man, Mattpaul, residing in the parallel universe's world of Caperston.
Mattpaul lives in a world where there is no concept of the existence of a God. As a result, although his world has order, it does not have justice. There are two classes: the Mountain People, who for generations have been deemed inferior by their neighbors, and the condescending Valley People, the neighbors.
Mattpaul meets a prophet, who brings the concept of an "unseen ruler" to Caperston. This unseen ruler can be perceived via a new activity- prayer. This excites Mattpaul who, though a privileged Valley youth, joins the prophet in calling for equality amidst the Mountain and Valley People.
Mattpaul encourages his friends to join him as the ruling Valley people resist. The actual chest of visions provides hope for Caperston's future. Will Mattpaul and his friends cling to this hope? Will the division between the Mountain people and the Valley people be broken down? How will earth youth grow spiritually from their correspondence with Caperston youth? A vision of heaven helps answer one of the books perplexing questions, "Why do bad things happen to good people?
All of these questions are answered in this tale that has inspired many youth to say "I can't wait for the sequel"
Reviews:
"The Chest of Visions is exciting, innovative and really creative. It combines a story, a message, a life and a lesson together." Onlinebookclub (March 6, 2019 review)
"Mattpaul is an example of love, selflessness, and forgiveness, a great tool for youth leaders!" Pastor Diane Dunne" a unique, uplifting, spiritual journey of faith as seen by two youths , a remarkable book" Laurie Reis
"The book is a short read but its contents are powerful and the message in the book is universal. The writer has given vivid description of Caperston. It feels as though the writer has actually been there. Even though the preachings are similar to that of Jesus', you will want to continue reading the book patiently waiting to know the ending, which I shall not reveal." Jake Santiago, (April 9, 2019 review)
Mattpaul lives in a world where there is no concept of the existence of a God. As a result, although his world has order, it does not have justice. There are two classes: the Mountain People, who for generations have been deemed inferior by their neighbors, and the condescending Valley People, the neighbors.
Mattpaul meets a prophet, who brings the concept of an "unseen ruler" to Caperston. This unseen ruler can be perceived via a new activity- prayer. This excites Mattpaul who, though a privileged Valley youth, joins the prophet in calling for equality amidst the Mountain and Valley People.
Mattpaul encourages his friends to join him as the ruling Valley people resist. The actual chest of visions provides hope for Caperston's future. Will Mattpaul and his friends cling to this hope? Will the division between the Mountain people and the Valley people be broken down? How will earth youth grow spiritually from their correspondence with Caperston youth? A vision of heaven helps answer one of the books perplexing questions, "Why do bad things happen to good people?
All of these questions are answered in this tale that has inspired many youth to say "I can't wait for the sequel"
Reviews:
"The Chest of Visions is exciting, innovative and really creative. It combines a story, a message, a life and a lesson together." Onlinebookclub (March 6, 2019 review)
"Mattpaul is an example of love, selflessness, and forgiveness, a great tool for youth leaders!" Pastor Diane Dunne" a unique, uplifting, spiritual journey of faith as seen by two youths , a remarkable book" Laurie Reis
"The book is a short read but its contents are powerful and the message in the book is universal. The writer has given vivid description of Caperston. It feels as though the writer has actually been there. Even though the preachings are similar to that of Jesus', you will want to continue reading the book patiently waiting to know the ending, which I shall not reveal." Jake Santiago, (April 9, 2019 review)
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From the Author:
Having been raised in a Baptist Church on Long Island, NY, I was active in youth programs and soon after became a youth group leader.
In 2002, I was challenged. How about all of these activities you have been creating to use with youth? When are you going to write them all down?
Five years later my first book, "Not the Same Old, Done-it-before Youth Meetings", was published, 350 pages of activities for Christian Youth leaders to use in their youth programs. The book has been a success with over 2,000 copies sold.
As time passed, it became apparent that something truly new was needed. The Chest of Visions was originally written for my website, Christianyouthgroup.org, and chapters were released on a monthly basis. The online story was popular so the decision to write an illustrated book was an easy one. In July 2012 the book was published.
The story does not end with Chapter Ten of the book, entitled "Heaven". Rather it continues with an additional year and a half of the events in Caperston and those on Long Island. The continuation of the story of Mattpaul, Huchfee, Michaeling, Alex and Laura has been made public on christianyouthgroup.org. New events in the emerging story are highlighted on a Facebook page entitled "Friends of Mattpaul".
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In 2002, I was challenged. How about all of these activities you have been creating to use with youth? When are you going to write them all down?
Five years later my first book, "Not the Same Old, Done-it-before Youth Meetings", was published, 350 pages of activities for Christian Youth leaders to use in their youth programs. The book has been a success with over 2,000 copies sold.
As time passed, it became apparent that something truly new was needed. The Chest of Visions was originally written for my website, Christianyouthgroup.org, and chapters were released on a monthly basis. The online story was popular so the decision to write an illustrated book was an easy one. In July 2012 the book was published.
The story does not end with Chapter Ten of the book, entitled "Heaven". Rather it continues with an additional year and a half of the events in Caperston and those on Long Island. The continuation of the story of Mattpaul, Huchfee, Michaeling, Alex and Laura has been made public on christianyouthgroup.org. New events in the emerging story are highlighted on a Facebook page entitled "Friends of Mattpaul".
Book Review by Ann B. of Reader's Favorite (Fives stars out of five)
In this book we meet youth from two different worlds. One which Jesus hasn't arrived yet, and the inhabitants do not know God. Throughout the book there are letters being sent between Tim, Alex, Mattpaul, and Huchfee and during these letters Alex and Mattpaul become friends. Mattpaul is being challenged with wanting to become a follower of Chihaysu, when his parents, and community are against the man. Alex is also being challenged in faith as well, stepping away from God and the church.
This book is unlike any other Christian book I've read. Once I opened this book, I couldn't set it down. This book is perfect for youth and even adults, it answers questions in a way people can easily understand it. It's perfect for a youth group read. The artwork in this book is also amazing. It really brings the story to life.
Positive Elements: We are all faced with set backs, and a lot of times we struggle with our faith. We wonder why God would let this happen. God is all around us, he has a plan for everything. This plan may not seem ideal for me or you, but never lose your faith, always trust in God.
Other Thoughts: I love this book! I think it's perfect for a youth group read and study, since they have lessons for youth groups in the back of the book. If I was already a youth minister, I would use this book in my group. But since that's ways off, I'm going to recommend this to my pastor for our youth at church. This book is part of an anticipated trilogy, I cannot wait to read the other books in this series.
In this book we meet youth from two different worlds. One which Jesus hasn't arrived yet, and the inhabitants do not know God. Throughout the book there are letters being sent between Tim, Alex, Mattpaul, and Huchfee and during these letters Alex and Mattpaul become friends. Mattpaul is being challenged with wanting to become a follower of Chihaysu, when his parents, and community are against the man. Alex is also being challenged in faith as well, stepping away from God and the church.
This book is unlike any other Christian book I've read. Once I opened this book, I couldn't set it down. This book is perfect for youth and even adults, it answers questions in a way people can easily understand it. It's perfect for a youth group read. The artwork in this book is also amazing. It really brings the story to life.
Positive Elements: We are all faced with set backs, and a lot of times we struggle with our faith. We wonder why God would let this happen. God is all around us, he has a plan for everything. This plan may not seem ideal for me or you, but never lose your faith, always trust in God.
Other Thoughts: I love this book! I think it's perfect for a youth group read and study, since they have lessons for youth groups in the back of the book. If I was already a youth minister, I would use this book in my group. But since that's ways off, I'm going to recommend this to my pastor for our youth at church. This book is part of an anticipated trilogy, I cannot wait to read the other books in this series.
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- PublisherXulon Press
- Publication date2012
- ISBN 10 1622305981
- ISBN 13 9781622305988
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages126
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