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Aslan Symbolizes Christ

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Aslan, for Narnia, symbolizes Christ—a savior and king who ushers in a new kingdom, brings eternal life, wipes away every tear, and who displays the qualities of both a great lion and a sacrificial lamb.

Aslan, like Christ, willingly sacrificed his life in a demonstration of love. Despite being a mighty lion whose thunderous roar causes all to tremble and stand in awe, we find that he is definitely motivated by love and that those who love him have nothing to fear. His big paws—which can lash out without a moment’s notice at the enemy—handle those in his care with much tenderness and consideration.

He will cover you with feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart. – Psalm 91:4 (NIV)

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Free Book Excerpts

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Here are some excerpts from the the book Reflections of Narnia: A Family Guide to Discovering the Spiritual Truths in The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. Feel free to read them and enjoy them. They have been listed below in chronological order with the page numbers listed. The Reflections of Narnia book excerpts on this site are mostly in random order. Keep checking back for more free excerpts.

The Gift of a Miracle (pages 14-16)
The Gift of Discovery (pages 23-24)
Clothed in Majesty (pages 25-26)
Feeling Something Deep Inside (pages 27-28)
Following the Path of Sin (pages 29-30)
The Reverent Submission (pages 48-49)
The Great King (pages 61-62)
Many Names and Titles (pages 63-64)

Following the Path of Sin (Excerpt)

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And he thought about Turkish Delight and
about being a King (“And I wonder how
Peter will like that?” he asked himself.)
and horrible ideas came into his head.

The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe

When we are consumed with something, we may begin to doubt
the truth and fill our minds with distorted thoughts. This is what
we see happen with Edmund. He cannot stop thinking about the
delicious Turkish Delight the Witch gave him. He believes he needs
to eat it and allows his emotions to control him.

A friend of mine once told me a story of how they capture monkeys
in Africa. He told me that they put candy in a cage and leave a
small door open where the monkey can put his arm in to grab the
candy. When the monkey grabs the candy he has to make a fist, and
when he tries to pull his hand out it gets stuck. My friend told me
that the monkeys would not let go for hours—the people trying
to catch the monkeys would just come up and grab them from
behind.

Sometimes we are like these monkeys. All we have to do is let go
but we hang on to sin with all our energy. It is amazing how far
we will go to not let go. Edmund goes to great lengths to get his
Turkish Delight and to try to fulfill his dreams of becoming king.
We read that he travels for miles in the snow and is freezing as he
works his way toward the Witch’s palace. He undergoes darkness,
loneliness, coldness, body aches, and bruises.

Often we suffer many consequences as we follow the wrong path
and distance ourselves from the truth. It also common, as Edmund
did, to blame others for our unfortunate circumstances as well.

Lewis writes, “And every time this happened he thought more and
more how he hated Peter—just as if all this had been Peter’s fault.”

It is incredible how we succumb to the depths of denial when
we so desperately do not want to give up something. Edmund
demonstrates what can happen to all of us if we allow ourselves to
lose our focus and allow temptation’s pull to take us down the road
to sin.

Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil
prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone
to devour. Resist him, standing fi rm in the faith,
because you know that your brothers throughout the
world are undergoing the same kind of sufferings.
– 1 Peter 5:8-9 (NIV)

For although they knew God, they neither glorifi ed
him as God nor gave thanks to him, but their thinking
became futile and their foolish hearts were darkened.
Although they claimed to be wise, they became fools….
– Romans 1:21-22 (NIV)

Feeling Something Deep Inside (Excerpt)

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At the name of Aslan each one of the children
felt something jump in its inside.

The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe

With just the mention of the name of Aslan, the children feel
a strange sensation from within. Most of them felt a sense of
hope breathed into them. Peter is described as feeling bold and
courageous, Susan as if charmed by a wonderful song, and Lucy
with a sense of excitement.

Only Edmund is described as feeling a mysterious horror inside.
Something inside of these children is ignited in hearing the name
of Aslan. For Peter, Susan and Lucy it is hope, excitement, and
courage that spring up whereas for Edmund, it is fear that rises in
his heart.

For the children it is as if this name, Aslan, is able to reveal their
heart’s thoughts and attitudes and either bring a warm message of
hope to them or a pang of fear—depending on whether they stand
on the side of good or evil.

Many times when we are faced with the truth, our conscience will
either feel a peace (because we are right with God) or a strange
conviction that may bring fear and discomfort. Edmund felt
discomfort and horror.

Aslan is drawing nearer, and with his return will come spring. An
old rhyme is recited to the children that tells them of his return:

Wrong will be right, when Aslan comes in sight,
At the sound of his roar, sorrows will be no more,
When he bares his teeth, winter meets its death,
And when he shakes his mane, we shall have spring again.

Soon Edmund’s heart will be revealed and the Witch’s plans
foiled. Edmund can feel this but he chooses to ignore the pang
in his heart. The other children find themselves in the midst of
an adventure and are given hope and courage to accomplish their
purpose and destiny. They align themselves with the right path.

For us, we are told by the ancient scriptures that the Messiah is
coming back and on his return he will dwell with us, will wipe
every tear from our eyes, and will abolish death and mourning and
pain (Revelation 21:3-4). This truth brings us hope and give us the
courage to fulfill our part in his great plan. May we listen to the
Voice or pang in our heart when we feel a strange sensation within,
beckoning us to align ourselves with God’s ways and truth.

For the word of God is living and active. Sharper
than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to
dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges
the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Nothing in
all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything
is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to
whom we must give account. – Hebrews 4:12-13 (NIV)

And we have the word of the prophets made more
certain, and you will do well to pay attention to it, as
to a light shining in a dark place, until the day dawns
and the morning star rises in your hearts. – 2 Peter
1:19 (NIV)

Clothed in Majesty (Excerpt)

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The coats were rather too big for them so
that they came down to their heels and
looked more like royal robes than coats
when they had put them on.

The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe

As the children begin to venture out into the forest and become
cold, Lucy suggests putting on some coats that are in the Wardrobe.
The coats from the Wardrobe look more like royal robes on the
children. As the children put them on we are told that the coats
came down to their heels.

It is interesting that the coats look like “royal robes,” and it is
significant that they come from the Wardrobe. We find later on that
these four children would rule over Narnia and this appears to be
a foreshadowing of what is to come. The reference to royal robes
could also be a reminder of something more.

In John 10:9 Jesus refers to himself as the door to eternal life and
says, “I am the door. If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved, and
will go in and out and find pasture” (NKJV).

Just as the Wardrobe allows the children to enter into another
world, Jesus, the Door, allows those who believe entrance to
heaven. By walking through the Door we, also, are clothed in
Christ and become instantly the children of God, who have a
glorious inheritance because we are part of God’s family.

Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus
Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth
into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus
Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that
can never perish, spoil or fade—kept in heaven for
you, who through faith are shielded by God’s power
until the coming of the salvation that is ready to be
revealed in the last time. – 1 Peter 1:3-5 (NIV)

Now you’re dressed in a new wardrobe. Every item
of your new way of life is custom-made by the
Creator, with his label on it. All the old fashions are
now obsolete. So, chosen by God for this new life
of love, dress in the wardrobe God picked out for
you: compassion, kindness, humility, quiet strength,
discipline. – Colossians 3:10, 12 (MSG)

The Gift of a Miracle (Excerpt)

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What I give you now will bring joy. It will not,
in your world, give endless life, but it will heal.
Go. Pluck her an apple from the Tree.

The Magician’s Nephew

Digory, whose curiosity brought evil into the land of Narnia, is
sent on a mission by the great Aslan to bring back an apple that
will serve to plant a tree that will protect the land for hundreds of
years from the evil Witch. As he plucks the apple from the tree at
the center of a private garden, Digory is tempted by the Witch to
eat of it. She tells him he will live forever and will be able to heal
his mother, who is dying, by giving it to her to eat. Digory resists
the temptation and stays true to his mission. He brings the apple to
Aslan.

We can only imagine the struggle and pain of his decision to not
take the apple to his dying mother. He possibly felt like Anakin
in Star Wars Episode III when he was helpless to save Pademe and
resorted to the Dark Side to try to prevent her death. Yet Digory, a
child, chooses to do the right thing and obey the command of the
Creator of Narnia.

When he returns to give Aslan the silver apple, we see that Aslan
is pleased. “Well done,” says Aslan, with a voice that we are told
“shakes the earth.”

Digory is then asked to throw the apple near the river bank where
the ground is soft and fertile so its seed will take root and grow
into a great Tree that will protect the land of Narnia from the evil
Witch. He and the others are told that the Tree will emanate a great
smell that will drive her away. They are told that the smell, “which
is joy and life and health to [them], is death and horror and despair
to her.”

We learn that this great Tree is a tree that gives life if its fruit is
eaten with the right heart. It may symbolize the Tree of Life in
Genesis that imparted life to man. When the fruit of the great Tree
is eaten with improper motives, we find that it carries a curse. This
is exactly what the tree of the knowledge of good and evil carried
when it was eaten by Adam and Eve. Digory is able to resist the
temptation that his ancestors were not able to withstand.

Digory, having completed the mission Aslan sent him on, comes
to think that all hope of saving his mother is lost. In his first
encounter with Aslan we see that Digory is afraid to look up at
Aslan’s face. He stares at Aslan’s feet and claws for most of the
time and suddenly, in despair, timidly looks up at the Great Lion’s
face. He is surprised by what he sees. He finds “great shining tears
in the Lion’s eyes.” Huge, bright tears that reveal that Aslan is as
concerned, if not more concerned about Digory’s mother’s fate.
Here we see the love of Aslan that reminds us of the love of Jesus.

Brennan Manning tells a story in the book Abba’s Child about a
little boy who is scared of Jesus, much like Digory was scared of
Aslan. The story states that one night a friend of Manning’s asked
his handicapped son, “Daniel, when you see Jesus looking at you,
what do you see in His eyes?”

After a pause, the boy replied, “His eyes are filled with tears, Dad.”

“Why, Dan?”

An even longer pause. “Because He is sad.”

“And why is He sad?”

Daniel stared at the floor. When at last he looked up, his eyes
glistened with tears. “Because I am afraid.”5

Richard Foster writes, “Today the heart of God is an open wound
of love. He aches over our distance and preoccupation. He mourns
that we do not draw near to him. He grieves that we have forgotten
him. He weeps over our obsession with muchness and manyness.
He longs for our presence.”6

Digory was afraid of Aslan but his fear only kept him from seeing
the Lion’s heart. Hopefully we will not be afraid to come to God
with our cares and requests. He longs to hear them and to be close
to us in every way. And in the proper time he will answer our
prayers.

When Digory meets with Aslan the second time, he is instructed
to go and pluck an apple from the great Tree that was planted. That
special apple, when given to his mother restores her health. We find
that Digory shortly afterwards buries the core of the special apple
in his yard and that it grows into an old tree that is knocked down
by great winds years later. We are told that he has the tree cut down
and makes a wardrobe out of the special wood.

It is this wardrobe, once discovered, that would lead a young group
of children back to the land of Narnia for more adventures to come.

But thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumphal
procession in Christ and through us spreads everywhere
the fragrance of the knowledge of him. For we are to
God the aroma of Christ among those who are being
saved and those who are perishing. To the one we
are the smell of death; to the other, the fragrance of
life... – 2 Corinthians 2:14-16 (NIV)

…On each side of the river stood the tree of life,
bearing twelve crops of fruit, yielding its fruit every
month. And the leaves of the tree are for the healing
of the nations. No longer will there be any curse…
– Revelation 22:2-3 (NIV)

Book Now Available!

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Welcome to Reflections of Narnia! This is the place where you can find information on my new book Reflections of Narnia: A family guide to discovering the spiritual truths in The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe.

The book, which is now available to purchase at amazon.com and your local bookstore, helps readers to understand the wisdom, symbolism, and hidden meanings of C.S. Lewis's classic story The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. Designed to read as a 30-day devotional with study questions for families and small groups the book makes a great companion to both the book by C. S. Lewis and the movie by Disney. I hope that you enjoy the book excerpts and the site and pick up a copy. Thanks for stopping by.

Rich Blessings!

The Reverent Submission (excerpt)

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He looked somehow different from the Aslan they knew.
His tail and his head hung low and he walked slowly
as if he were very, very tired.

The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe

As Aslan starts to make his way to the Stone Table to sacrifice
himself, the children notice that he is acting differently than normal
and that he seems to be carrying a heavy burden in his heart. He is
walking slowly and drooping, dreading what is to come.

This is reminiscent of what Jesus must have felt like the night he
was arrested and betrayed. Jesus asked for prayer from his disciples
that night and we are told that he was deeply distressed and
sorrowful “to the point of death” (Matthew 26:36-38, NIV).

Jesus, knowing that he was going to sacrifice himself for the sins
of humanity, asks God the Father “if it is possible, may this cup be
taken from me. Yet not as I will, but as you will” (Matthew 26:39,
NIV).

Here we catch a glimpse of the internal struggle of Jesus and how
difficult it must have been for him to lay down his life. In the
Gospel of Luke we are told that Jesus’ sweat was “like drops of
blood falling to the ground” (Luke 22:44, NIV).

And scripture adds that, “During the days of Jesus’ life on earth, he
offered up prayers and petitions with loud cries and tears to the one
who could save him from death, and he was heard because of his
reverent submission. Although he was a son, he learned obedience
from what he suffered and, once made perfect, he became the
source of eternal salvation for all who obey him” (Hebrews 5:7-9,
NIV).

Through Jesus’ death—“the reverent submission”—he was made
perfect (his purpose complete) and thus became the source of
eternal life. As Aslan heads toward the Stone Table we should all
be reminded of the great resolve that Jesus demonstrated on his
journey to the cross.

He took Peter and the two sons of Zebedee along with
him, and he began to be sorrowful and troubled. Then
he said to them, “My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow
to the point of death. Stay here and keep watch with
me.” Going a little farther, he fell with his face to the
ground and prayed, “My Father, if it is possible, may
this cup be taken from me. Yet not as I will, but as you
will.” – Matthew 26:37-39 ( NIV)

The Gift of Discovery (excerpt)

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“Quick!” Said Peter, “there’s nowhere else,”
and flung open the wardrobe. All four of them bundled
inside it and sat there, panting, in the dark.

The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe

Peter, Edmund, Susan, and Lucy are running away and trying to
find a place to hide when they decide to skirt into the Wardrobe
as a last alternative. They soon feel cold and are looking at
snow-covered trees. Th ese four children were not looking for an
adventure into Narnia that day but found themselves in a world
that needed their help and had been eagerly awaiting their arrival. It
was as if it was orchestrated by providence—as if they were destined
to be there. By stepping into the Wardrobe, the four children would
discover their purpose and who they were meant to become—the
kings and queens of Narnia who would govern in Cair Paravel.

Great stories usually work this way. There is a yearning for
something more and then something randomly happens that
thrusts our hero into the greatest adventure of his life. Frodo
Baggins, Neo, Luke Skywalker, and so many others come to mind.
And there is something all these heroes have in common—they all
have faith and have said a resounding “yes” to the adventure.

Helen Keller wrote, “No pessimist ever discovered the secret to the
stars, or sailed to an unchartered land, or opened a new heaven to
the human spirit.”9

And Steve Prefontaine said, “To give anything less than your best is
to sacrifi ce the gift.”10

The gift is the discovery. Whether it is a talent or a new world we
have discovered, we all have a choice to make—to take the plunge
forward or go back to our former ignorance.

Situations have a way of just presenting themselves and when they
do, we have the opportunity to discover what we are made of and
why we are here. In The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe we
find that these four children are presented with a surprise and then
with a mission. When Lucy finds out that Mr. Tumnus has been
captured on her account, the adventure begins.

When we stumble onto the truth of God we must also make some
choices. We must decide if we will answer the call and enter into
God’s country.

St. Augustine talks about how each one of us has the choice of
living in one of two cities. He states, “Two societies [cities] have
issued from two kinds of love. Worldly society has flowered
from a selfish love which dared to despise even God, whereas the
communion of saints is rooted in a love of God that is ready to
trample on self. In a word, this latter relies on the Lord, whereas
the other boasts that it can get along by itself. The city of man
seeks the praise of men, whereas the height of glory for the other
is to hear God in the witness of conscience.”11

Which city we choose to enter into is up to us. The choice is ours
to make because God has already chosen us and opened the door.
He decided to present himself to us and bid us to come to his
land. Had he not intermingled with humanity 2000 years ago, we
would not have discovered him and been able to embrace him. He
presents the Wardrobe for us to enter into. It is not an accident but
it is a gift of grace.

For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—
and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not
by works, so that no one can boast. – Ephesians 2:8-9 (NIV)

Many Names and Titles (excerpt)

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“Aslan?” Said Mr. Beaver. “Why, don’t
you know? He’s the King.”

The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe

Aslan has many names and titles by which he is known. He is the
King, the Creator of Narnia, Son of the Great Emperor-beyond-the-
sea, the King of Beasts, and the Great Lion, who also comes to
be known as a savior.

With many names and titles comes much responsibility. Aslan is
given these names and titles because he inevitably is all of these
things. It makes sense that God would have many names and titles
as well. This is exactly what we find to be true in Christ.

In the book of Isaiah we find many names for Jesus. Isaiah 9:6,
which presents a prophecy that has been fulfilled in Christ, reads,
“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government
will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful
Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”

We discover that Jesus also is referred to as the King of Kings,
Lord of Lords, Alpha and the Omega, Author of Life, the Chief
Shepherd, Lamb of God, Son of God, Lion of Judah, and the
Savior. And these are just some of the names he is given in
scripture.

Some people we may know also have many titles and names that
they go by as well. When this occurs, the individual, though well
recognized and honored, has a lot to live up to. For instance,
Lance Armstrong is known as a bicyclist, a champion, an author,
a survivor, an advocate, a good citizen, a good father, etc. He has
accumulated many accolades and, through the years, many titles.
Because of this, people expect him to do and to be all of these
things.

Yet Armstrong and all of his accomplishments and awards are
nothing when compared to who God is and all that he has done.
Nothing and no one can compare with the preeminence of God.
How fortunate we are to have a God that has over 100 names—that
he can live up to and uphold—that exemplify his greatness to all.

Help us, O God our Savior, for the glory of your name;
deliver us and forgive our sins for your name’s sake.
– Psalm 79:9 (NIV)

O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all
the earth! You have set your glory above the heavens.
From the lips of children and infants you have ordained
praise because of your enemies, to silence the foe and
the avenger. When I consider your heavens, the work of
your fi ngers, the moon and the stars, which you have
set in place, what is man that you are mindful of him,
the son of man that you care for him? – Psalm 8:1-4
(NIV)

The Great King (Excerpt)

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“He’s wild you know. Not like a tame lion.”

The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe

Like the roaring waves of the ocean, God’s future actions are
unpredictable and uncontrolled by anyone. When Aslan is
described as wild and “not like a tame lion” we are reminded of the
supreme ascendancy of God.

The movie The Perfect Storm’s plot is about a crew of fishermen in
a swordfishing boat named Andrea Gail. They set out to the North
Atlantic for a major catch and instead find a convergence of three
storm fronts and a hurricane, which creates the “perfect storm.”

In the film, which is based on a true story, monstrous waves are
seen crashing down with great force while the fishing boat is tossed
and displaced ferociously amid the rolling waves. As I watched the
turbulent waves of the ocean moving with such great potency and
power, I was reminded of the incredible strength and awesome
sovereignty of God.

God can do whatever he wants, and the power he has is
incomprehensible.

In the Disney film of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe we see
that even the Witch is barely able to stand in Aslan’s presence. No
one has any power over him—just like no one has any power over
God. He is the creator and is sovereign over all.

In scripture Christ is described in this way: “He is the image of the
invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For by him all things
were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible,
whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were
created by him and for him. He is before all things, and in him all
things hold together.”

We are also told that God will “roar like a lion” and that “when
he roars, his children will come trembling from the west” (Hosea
11:10, NIV), destroy the works of Satan (1 John 3:8), bring new
life (John 10:10) and lay down his life for the sheep (John 10:11).

Aslan, for Narnia, symbolizes Christ—a savior and king who ushers
in a new kingdom, brings eternal life, wipes away every tear, and
who displays the qualities of both a great lion and a sacrificial lamb.

Aslan, like Christ, willingly sacrificed his life in a demonstration
of love. Despite being a mighty lion whose thunderous roar
causes all to tremble and stand in awe, we find that he is definitely
motivated by love and that those who love him have nothing to
fear. His big paws—which can lash out without a moment’s notice
at the enemy—handle those in his care with much tenderness and
consideration.

He will cover you with feathers, and under his wings
you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield
and rampart. – Psalm 91:4 (NIV)

Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and
knowledge of God! How unsearchable his judgments,
and his paths beyond tracing out! Who has known
the mind of the Lord? Or who has been his counselor?
– Romans 11:33-34 (NIV)

Introduction to Reflections of Narnia

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As a child, I recall fondly my school teacher reading the Chronicles
of Narnia stories to us. I remember sitting at the edge of my seat,
hanging on to every word she read. As she spoke I found myself
enchanted, enthralled, and deeply captivated with the magical
world of Narnia.

When I heard that the book The Lion, The Witch and The
Wardrobe was being made into a movie by Disney, I decided to go
back and revisit the magical land of Narnia. Reading The Lion, The
Witch and The Wardrobe as an adult, I was once again captivated
by the story and found myself delving deeper into the symbolism
and hidden treasures that lie behind the pages. The quest resulted in
this book before you.

Reflections of Narnia is about taking a journey into the heart of
Narnia, focusing primarily on the first book of the series, The
Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. It is a 30-day devotional/study
that makes for a great companion to both the book and the movie
by Disney.

I have included some references to The Magician’s Nephew because
it may help the reader understand The Lion, The Witch and The
Wardrobe better. At times the references may be helpful in that
they teach us lessons about life that can enable us to understand the
bigger picture more in detail.

Reflections of Narnia is intended to give readers a closer look
behind the wisdom, symbolism, and hidden meanings of C. S.
Lewis’ classic story that has captivated millions of readers.
It is important to note that C. S. Lewis did not intend The
Chronicles of Narnia to be read as a literal allegory of the Christ
story but as a work that most definitely incorporates Christian
symbolism and alludes to Christian theology. His work is
suppositional—meaning that he wrote in such a way that the reader
might see what it might be like if Christ actually did decide to
appear in another world, supposing this other world existed, and if
he chose to die and resurrect in it as he has done in our world.
In doing this, Lewis reminds us of our story and the greatest love
story of all. It is up to us if we choose to become a part of the story
today.

We all have journeys that our hearts long to embark on and
that for some reason we do not pursue. This book, I believe, will
satisfy that hunger and draw you into an adventure that you will
never forget—a quest of the soul that you were created to take and
have always longed to embark on. A quest marked with difficult
challenges, introspection, mystery, miracles, spiritual growth, and
a sense of purpose. It is a quest filled with endless possibilities that
may even result in entering another hidden realm.

The Bible talks of this hidden realm and tells us that “ … he [God]
has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into
the kingdom of the Son he loves,...” (Colossians 1:13, NIV).

Many of us dream of going away to a distant land where our
worries and frets fall away, a place where we find ourselves
in the midst of an incredible adventure. Like Peter Pan and
Neverland, Narnia draws us to a place—despite its being a fantasy
world—where the lessons we learn can be brought back to our
everyday world and change the way we live forever.

Take in this devotional and journey with Aslan, Peter, Susan,
Edmund, and Lucy to the land where you will find hidden truths
and pieces of wisdom that can change your life forever.

Enjoy, and prosper.

Reflections of Narnia Press Release

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New Book Highlights Allusions to Bible Story

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SAN JOSE, Calif. – The recent Disney film "The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe" inspired by the works of C. S. Lewis captivated millions of people.

The stunning special effects and engaging plot line did justice to the popular book by C. S. Lewis. In a new book that explores the Christian themes of the "The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe," Reflections of Narnia, Eddie Zacapa offers an intriguing analysis of this popular blockbuster movie and popular book.

Reflections of Narnia is about taking a journey into the heart of Narnia, focusing primarily on the first book of the series, The Lion,The Witch and The Wardrobe. The book, a 30-day devotional with study questions for families and small groups, makes for a good companion to both the book by C.S. Lewis and the movie by Disney. Reflections of Narnia is intended to give readers a closer look behind the wisdom, symbolism, and hidden meanings of C. S. Lewis' classic story.
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The book Reflections of Narnia explores the Christian theology that drives the storyline and encourages readers to think about how it applies to their own lives.

The author divides the book according to major themes related to the Christian idea: "Beginnings," "Entering Another World," "The Battle," "The Victory," and "The Contribution." Within these sections Zacapa explores 30 reflections by using scenes from the movies, Scripture passages and personal analysis.

A modern look at an ancient theology, Reflections of Narnia helps readers convert this popular book and movie into a learning tool to further their personal spirituality.

Zacapa is active in the Christian community in the San Francisco Bay area. He is the small group director for Western Hills Church in San Mateo, Calif. He earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism from San Jose State University and a bachelor’s in Bible and theology from San Jose Christian College. Zacapa is also a domestic violence counselor with Family and Children Services. He currently resides in Mountain View, Calif.

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About the Author

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Eddie Zacapa was born in Santa Clara, California. He has worked with Campus Crusade for Christ for many years and was the founder of The Next Step Ministries. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism from San Jose State University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Bible and Theology from Bryce Jessup University. He is the author of Reflections of Narnia and Matrix Reflections.

He currently attends and serves as a small group director at Western Hills Church in San Mateo, California. He is currently a domestic violence counselor. Eddie and his wife, Rachel, live in Mountain View, California. They have two children, Andrew and Adam, and two turtles.