The Book of Mysteries Audio CD – Unabridged, November 15, 2016

This book is a MUST read for any Christian trying to get a deeper understanding of the scriptures. I don't often write a review, but this book deserves 50 stars. I have been a born-again Christian for over 40 years and some of the truths revealed by Jonathan are super faith building as you find how God connects the dots through His wisdom and planning. Some were so new to me that I was not sure about them so I had to do extra research to check them out. They were always found to be right on! I am only half way through the book, but did not want to wait to recommend it.

You can read this book straight through as it tells the story of a disciple as he learns from the teacher; or you can read this book as a devotional, one lesson that is learned each day. It is a POWERFUL book. Each day's story has a moment that opens your eyes and your heart as to how much God loves us--and how profound His love is. The stories build on each other in the overall theme of the book---God loves us so much and He has a plan for each of us that leads to our becoming One with Him. It is a book that will give you much to think about---365 days worth---surprising you with how intricate God's plan has been from the beginning of time--if you only knew how to discover it. This book will show you how to discover it. At the end of each page is "The Mission"---a way to turn the concept of the day's story into the reality of your life. The Scripture background for each story is also provided for further reading. I cannot recommend this book enough. It is an easy book to read, but each lesson shows amazing insight and depth. The ideas are presented in new ways that are beautifully written and will change your life.

Who doesn’t love to explore a good mystery? The very word mystery calls to mind hidden things or secrets just waiting to be discovered. Without a doubt there is no greater book of mysteries than the collection of sacred texts we call the Bible. The apostle Paul in his epistles to the Colossians acknowledged such mysteries by boldly claiming:“…to the acknowledgement of the mystery of God, and of the Father, and of Christ; In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. (Colossians 2:2-3)Today some of those Biblical mysteries are retold by bestselling author Johnathan Cahn. I must admit this probably is the most unique book I’ve read this year. Part daily devotional, part allegory, and part mystery, Mr. Cahn takes some of the most important principles, stories, and truths of the Bible and retells them in an engaging way which compels you to keep reading.The format of this book is a 365 day devotional written as a story told from the perspective of a teacher and his student. Frankly, as I started this book I was skeptical about this approach but I soon realized that it works. The narrative kept the story moving so well and the subjects were so intriguing that instead of 365 days it might normally take to read this book, eight hours later I realized I had finished the book.Now for those wondering if the title “mystery” doesn’t make the book sound just a little sensational I can tell you subjects discussed in this book did indeed do the title justice. This was a great adventure in some of the Bible’s greatest mysteries, the central theme of which was YHWH’s redemptive love as worked out through the history of the Jewish people and the promised “seed” of Yeshua, mankind’s salvation of YHWH.As I read this book last night I highlighted some of the daily devotionals of special interest or profound insight which I intended to share later in this review. Well, when I was finished and I had read back through my bookmarks I realized that I had dozens and dozens so that it would be impractical to reproduce them here. Suffice to say this book is about God’s love for mankind and the many wonderful ways in which that love is expressed in Biblical record.I will say there were a few stories in this book that I didn’t completely understand and there were also a few which I felt overreached the underlying Biblical truth but this may have been due to my own lack of understanding or some misunderstanding on my part. I gave up a night’s sleep to read this book and frankly it was worth every minute of it. I appreciated the message of this book so much that I will be purchasing a paperback copy to read as part of our family devotional. It will be sure to engender much wonderful discussion.I would like to just mention just one devotional which really meant a lot to me personally. The subject of Daniel 9 and the prophecy of 70 weeks is a subject which is dear to my heart. On day 320 in his book Mr. Cahn talks about The Karat or the cutting of a covenant with Abraham and the “cutting off” of the Messiah. He makes some truly wonderful points in this devotional which many miss when discussing the topic.Not mentioned, but also worth noting is that karath (cutting off) is first mentioned in the Biblical record in regards to Noah and the destruction of mankind. There the waters karath mankind because of their sins. Nearly 1500 years later the Messiah was karath (cut off) but not for himself. Indeed he died so that all mankind would not have to perish. In any case this is a wonderful Biblical theme which is worthy of further discussion and reflection.In closing let me say I really enjoyed reading this book. It was a wonderful journey through many of the Bible’s greatest mysteries. I didn’t agree everything Mr. Cahn wrote but the book has a wonderful redemptive message which really shines through. This is a book which will keep you thinking long after you’ve read the last page.

Excellent - I recommend this book, as it unlocks mystery’s - 365 mysteries one for each day of the year, a teaching, a mystery, and a mission in this book. It makes it understandable and presents it in such a way that it helps one understand the mystery’s about your life, God, The Holy Spirit and things in the BibleIt is written with a man going to a teacher of mysteries , who just so happens to be in a desert. It is a fascinating book and explains things you may have wondered about but never understood ! At the bottom of each page in the Book of Mysteries there is the words “The Mission“ and then Bible scriptures are listed for the mystery learned that day from the teacher. Very insightful and the scriptures go along with what the author Jonathan Cahn has written about that particular mystery on that particular day.Buy this book - it explains things in an understandable and informative way! Highly recommend !

This book is intricately written and reflective. Be prepared to take a journey with The Master Teacher. The Holy Spirit walks you through a beautifully guided teaching about God in relationship with you. The book is reflective and leads the reader to a more in depth view of God's Purpose in his or her life. There is also a deeper understanding of Holy Scripture. Highly recommend!

This book is such a blessing and eye opener!The Bible is the gift that keeps on giving- I've been a Christian for 27 years and am still learning thanks to wonderful, gifted teachers like Jonathan Cahn! In Mysteries he will show you new, deeper ways of looking at God's word that are faith affirming, faith strengthening and will put a new spring in your step as you walk with the Lord.

Oh my! This is such an easy book to read, with each page dedicated to a single thought/concept. However the depth of content of some of those thoughts/revelations is awesome, I have often found myself pondering on them for a whole day.Some of the revelations pertain to deeper truths in the bible, truths that are easy to miss. Many of these mysteries are unlocked from the Hebrew language and understanding of Jewish traditions, exposing the attention of God to detail when fulfilling the law through the crucifixion of Jesus and the fulness of the promises that werte released for believers. I have been so blessed by this book.

I am finding the mysteries contained in this book absolutely fascinating. I can't put it down! Each mystery is explained in just one page, 365 for each day of the year. I like the idea of a wise teacher living in the desert who takes me on a journey to discover these truths, as it is in the desert of our lives that God so often reveals himself to us. Although, the teacher is a fictitious character the truths are real.

The way the book is written can provide a day by day study or an interesting read. What the book does is provide a question and answer about different aspects and helps understanding of parts of the Bible, by using teacher pupil conversations to explain things. Most Christians, in the west, haven't been brought up understanding Hebrew or the the background of the Jewish faith. We read the Bible through translations. This book helps me understand a number of different aspects and made me think.I, personally, didn't like the way the author uses the teacher pupil to explain things, but that is my personal opinion. It didn't stop the value of what is being written. Although I haven't finished it all yet, I can see it being useful enough to cross reference it then I will be able to use it as a reference book in the future.

A brilliant book. I had it on KIndle but bought a hard back copy so when I want to share one of the daily thoughts with others its so much easier and quicker to find than scrolling through the KIndleSome very interesting thoughts that have put together different scriptures and ideas and brought new revelation. I have used it in Bible study groups and we have learnt so much. This is a good book for a daily devotional