The Young Samaritan

By J. Schuyler Sprowles

A timeless parable reborn for today's readers.
Fearing for his life, Joshua, a young Samaritan boy, flees his home and steps into a world both harsh and transformative. What begins as a desperate escape soon becomes an extraordinary journey filled with danger, friendship, and the search for truth.

Along the way, Joshua encounters an unusual band of sojourners led by a teacher many call Rabbi, others say He is the Messiah. Drawn by curiosity and an unshakable will, Joshua follows, not realizing this path will shape his faith, test his courage, and ultimately lead him to the cross.

Through trials of prejudice, exile, and betrayal, Joshua's story unfolds against the backdrop of the most pivotal days in human history. His relationships, with his mother, his uncle, and even a stray dog named Journey, reveal the depth of love, resilience, and faith that sustain him. Yet it is his encounters with Jesus that transform his understanding of identity, hope, and divine purpose.

With vivid detail and heartfelt reverence, The Young Samaritan reimagines the brief, mysterious account found only in the Gospel of Mark (14:51-52), the unnamed young man who fled the Garden of Gethsemane. Author J. Schuyler Sprowles expands this fleeting verse into a rich, believable narrative that bridges scripture and storytelling.

Blending historical realism with spiritual insight, this powerful novel invites readers to walk beside Joshua as he discovers that even the most unlikely outsider can be called into God's story. Inspiring, moving, and deeply faithful, The Young Samaritan offers a fresh perspective on the life, ministry, and sacrifice of Jesus, through the eyes of a boy forever changed by Him.
Perfect for fans of Christian historical fiction, biblical retellings, and inspirational coming-of-age novels, The Young Samaritan is not just a book you read:
A story you live.
A truth you carry.
An encounter you'll never forget.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0CR5V4B5N
• ISBN13: 9798350931105
• Release Date: February 2024
• Publisher: Bookbaby
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.9" x 9.0"