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Author Moore offers an imaginative story centered upon a man named Simeon, whose name appears in the Holy Bible from Genesis to the final Revelation. Readers will learn what has happened and what will result from the clear, pure beliefs of his fictional hero, as often observed by his younger brother, Jonathan. In this modernized context, Jonathan, missing Simeon who left home five years before, awakens one morning to see Simeon’s boat mooring in the nearby harbor. He, his siblings, mother, and father Jacob hasten to meet the long-gone traveler and hear more about his adventures. They are especially moved by the news of Simeon’s loss of his beloved wife only weeks after they wed.
However, they are thrilled because the next morning, Simeon must apply to become the senior pastor of their church. Simeon will stand before the congregation and recount his shimmering vision, revealing the basic message that God’s true believers do not need and should not pursue earthly possessions or aspirations. This news is resentfully received by the current pastor, whose attitudes match those that Simeon rails against. However, a growing crowd of congregants is deeply touched by Simeon’s presentation and asks for more, sealing his destiny as a prophet.
Moore served in Vietnam, where he was subjected to harsh treatment for openly declaring his spiritual beliefs, which ultimately led to his devotion to ministry and the expression of notable spiritual insights. In this well-conceived tale, supported deftly by biblical teachings, he combines strong spiritual statements in Simeon’s journal to convey his theme: God is experienced through whole-hearted acceptance and charitable impulse, not through pompous words or self-serving thoughts or actions. Moore’s book will appeal to both Christians and sincere seekers, offering a metaphorical exploration of how God and His Son can purify and sustain one’s core beliefs.