In these pages, EWTN host and Franciscan Friar Fr Andrew Apostoli reflects on each of the questions asked by Jesus and gently guides you into a deeper understanding of the wisdom of who He is and what He is asking of you. Among the many questions you'll explore are . . .
Why were you looking for me? Learn what this answer says about the presence of Jesus in your spiritual life.What do you seek? Discover why Holy Mass is the key to knowing this answer.O woman, what have you to do with me? How this question tests your faith, and why the salvation of your soul may depend on how you answer it.Why are you afraid? Have you no faith? Learn how prayer is the key to fully knowing this answer.Who do you say the Son of Man is? Discover how this question was crucial in granting authority to Peter and the Apostles.Who do you say that I am? Why recognizing Jesus as your Lord is in itself insufficient.Will you also want to leave? Learn how this question is key to knowing how to persevere in the spiritual life.Do you know what I have done for you? Discover it is imperative that you live by the corporal and spiritual works of mercy.What would a man offer in exchange for his soul? The three things you must offer to Jesus to attain eternal life.Could you not watch one hour with me? The inevitable dangers we will face if we don t pray.Do you love me? How the reconciliation of Peter and Jesus should give us courage and fortitude.
Answering the Questions of Jesus is a 120 page book that reflects on many of the questions Jesus asked in the Gospels. The book is divided into twelve chapters, each of which is one of the questions of Jesus. "Did You Know That I Must Be In My Father's House?" "Woman, What Concern Is That To You And Me?" "Could You Not Watch With Me One Hour?" These are just a few of the questions Jesus presented to people He met and that Fr. Andrew Apostoli tackles. Each chapter provides a summation of the Scripture passage where the question is found. Fr. Apostoli then has sections that deal with where we can find Jesus, trusting Jesus, finding strength in Jesus, and staying with Jesus. Each chapter then concludes with questions for both reflection and discussion. The book is a very easy read and one that I was able to tackle within an hour the first read through. However, it is a book you should read through more than once, as it will speak to you the more you dive into the book. Personally, I think the book is best read in a small-group format, so that you can share the gift of this book with others. While this book is aimed at Catholics, any Christian denomination would benefit from this book. and I highly recommend it.