Theodyssey
A Scriptural Exploration of Good and Evil in the World
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The title, Theodyessy, is a multi-level play on words, which all apply to this book’s attempt to explore the origins and purposes of His goodness, while uncovering His use of evil as a pawn in His amazing plan (Theodicy), and the trek we take through the scriptures in order to seek these truths. Further, Merriam-Webster’s dictionary defines the word odyssey as a spiritual journey, or quest. I believe that suits this book just fine as well. Additionally, the classic poem by Homer, The Odyssey, is a tale of a hero who faces a series of trials and obstacles in his persistent endeavor to get back to his home after the war. He must conquer fear, loss, distractions, pleasures, and the deception of the spirits who do not want him to succeed. As we will see, this is our journey home as well.
I began writing this book because I felt the need and the obligation to share some things that I had learned. I wanted to help those people who think the way I used to think, because I was them. I have been changed, and my eyes were opened. Honestly, I was about 80% finished with it, when He gave me an incredible revelation. It is so revolutionary that I didn’t know what to do with it. Should I write an entire new book on this revelation alone? Should I spend another five years unraveling this thread until I know it more completely?
After consulting the Lord, He led me to believe that it was best to share what I have, and let millions of other inquisitive minds assist with digging up this buried treasure, because it is a daunting task, and virtually impossible for one person. Besides, He wants this shared with everyone. His goal is to get the world reading His book again. I’m confident that after reading this, you will never again wonder if the Bible is the inspired Word of God.
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About the Book
Theodyssey is an adventure through the Bible that will cause you to see God’s book in a different way. It draws amazing parallels between Old Testament and New Testament characters and reveals the divine symmetry that God has woven into His Word to further proclaim the enmity and triumphant return of Christ. You will learn to clearly see Jesus in virtually every story throughout the Bible from beginning to end. Taking a somewhat direct route through God’s Word, Theodyssey exposes humanity’s obstacle-laden path to get back to Eden. From Genesis to Revelation, it highlights the weapons our enemy uses to lure us, ensnare us, and ultimately lead us away from God’s will and plan for us. It also provides a glimpse into God’s faithfulness, His incredible mercy, and how He actually uses both good and evil to affect his plan. Theodyssey is a passionate exploration of one of the most elusive questions in Judeo-Christian theology: the theodicy. Its particular strength is its reliance on carefully selected Scripture, which allows readers to explore the manuscript’s arguments in detail. While taking a somber and reverent perspective to the return of our Lord, the book provides both a hopeful and anticipatory tone, and leaves the curious reader with an appetite for further study.
About the Author
Paul Gravitt is not the typical author you might expect to reveal hidden treasures in the Scriptures. He is an example of how God uses ordinary people to reveal extraordinary things. Much like He used Gideon in the Old Testament, by choosing someone lacking stature or credentials, the glory belongs to God alone. Gravitt’s journey to wholeness is not a new story, but the way God poured out His Spirit through teaching and revelation into this book is special.