The Prisoner in the Third Cell

Written by Gene Edwards

A prisoner questions faith as he faces execution and unmet expectations.

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94 pages

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In a dark prison cell, John the Baptist grapples with doubt as he awaits execution. The Messiah he heralded isn't what he expected, and his faith is tested. Can he trust a divine plan that seems to lead only to tragedy? This poignant biblical drama explores the struggle to hold onto faith when life defies understanding, offering hope and insight for those facing their own trials.

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A modern Christian classic on wrestling with God amidst doubt and disappointment.Once more the pen of Gene Edwards, author of A Tale of Three Kings and The Divine Romance, has crafted a masterfully told and profoundly moving story. The Prisoner in the Third Cell is a book of comfort, told as an unforgettable biblical drama, for those caught up in circumstances they do not understand.As John the Baptist awaits his execution in prison, he struggles to understand a Lord who isn’t the Messiah he expected. Thought-provoking and beautifully written, this fictionalized account of the cousin of Christ addresses: Holding onto faith in the face of adversityWhy God allows believers to endure tragedyContinuing to trust God’s plan when life doesn’t make senseIf you are a suffering Christian or know of one, this book will bring incredible hope–and insight into the ways of God.

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