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Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life

Jesus

The Way, the Truth, and the Life

By Dr. Marcellino D'Ambrosio

Part of Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life Study Program

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“In this book, Marcellino D’Ambrosio has painted a rich picture that brings Jesus and his world to life. Clear, concise, and compelling, Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life is a must-read for every Catholic.” – Dr. Edward Sri

A Powerful Study on the Life of Jesus Christ

The companion book for the Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life study program.

The marvelous treasures of the Catholic Faith—the Eucharist, Mary, the saints, and the Creed—are all centered on a single figure: Jesus Christ. Jesus is more than a historical or theological figure. He is our Savior, our Redeemer, our Lord, and our God.

In Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life by Dr. Marcellino D’Ambrosio, Catholics will learn who Jesus is and how he answers the deepest longings of the human heart. It explores why Jesus was baptized and the significance of the Transfiguration. It also explains the essentials of Christology in a clear and accessible way, helping readers understand the mystery and meaning of the Resurrection and Christ’s triumph over death.

Along the way, it reflects on the nature of Jesus’ mission and the redemption of humanity, and invites readers to consider our role today as Catholics in carrying out the Great Commission.

This book shows, in a simple way, how Jesus, the Incarnate God, is both fully divine and fully human—his intimacy with the Father, his revelation of the Father’s love, and his extraordinary influence on his disciples, his followers, and even his enemies.

Most importantly, this encounter with Christ will inspire and empower you to center your entire life in him as you come to know and love him in an ever deeper and more intimate way.

Note: This book is one component of the full study program. It can be read on its own or alongside the program. Learn more about the Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life study program here .

SKU: 9781950784189
Format: Paperback
Dimensions: L: 8.5, W: 5.5, D: 0.63
Weight: 0.85 lb
Page Count: 200
Case Count: 32
Language: English
Series: Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life
Publisher: Ascension
Ecclesiastical Designation: Imprimatur

Contributors

Dr. Marcellino D'Ambrosio

Author

Dr. Marcellino D’Ambrosio (“Dr. Italy”) received his Ph.D. in historical theology from The Catholic University of America under the direction of Avery Cardinal Dulles and has had a prolific career as a Catholic author, internationally-respected speaker, pilgrimage leader, and university professor. He is the Co-founder and Director of The Crossroads Initiative, the author of five books and hundreds of articles, and a regular guest on both secular and Catholic TV and radio programs.

In 2004, Dr. D’Ambrosio co-authored the New York Times bestseller A Guide to the Passion: 100 Questions about The Passion of the Christ with Ascension founder Matt Pinto. In 2019, Dr. D’Ambrosio published the groundbreaking Bible study on the life of Jesus Christ filmed in the Holy Land, Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life, presenting alongside Jeff Cavins and Dr. Edward Sri. In 2022, he became the co-author and co-presenter of What We Believe: The Beauty of the Catholic Faith, together with Dr. Andrew Swafford and Sarah Swafford, and in 2025 was announced as a co-presenter of the groundbreaking Foundations of Faith: A Journey Through the Catechism of the Catholic Church with Fr. Mike Schmitz, Jeff Cavins, and Dr. Edward Sri.

Dr. D’Ambrosio is currently teaches for the Catholic International University (formerly known as Catholic Distance University). He has previously been on faculty at the Loyola College in Maryland as well as the University of Dallas.

Dr. D’Ambrosio and his wife Susan reside in Dallas, Texas, where they frequently spend time with their many children and grandchildren.

Frequently Asked Questions

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If you are having trouble loading videos on your Smart TV, you can try connecting a laptop or desktop computer to your TV using an HDMI cable and playing the videos from your computer. Many customers have found this to work well.

If you prefer to use AirPlay or screencasting from a mobile device, this may also work, as long as both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

Unfortunately, Ascension is not able to troubleshoot issues related to individual Smart TVs or casting devices.

Do I need DVDs to run a study in person?

There are three ways your group could view the study videos:

You could watch the videos on DVD, gathered as a group.
You could watch the videos streaming from our Thinkific website, gathered as a group.
Each person could purchase the online access and watch the videos independently at home on the Thinkific website.

We strongly recommend purchasing the DVDs for in-person group viewing because this is usually the easiest method for volunteer leaders to manage and because the DVD sets can be reused later by other Bible study groups in your parish.

Does the online study access expire?

Online access to our studies do expire after one year (or two years, if you are using The Bible Timeline: The Story of Salvation, Foundations of Faith: A Journey Through the Catechism of the Catholic Church, or Matthew: The King and His Kingdom). This access begins from the day you purchase your online access, or from the day you set up your access (if you are using a group enrollment link given to you from your small group leader).

How do I access the all-digital online course after I purchase?

After you purchase a product that includes access, check your inbox for an email from our partner Thinkific. In order to access your online study, you will receive a link in that email to create a free account with Thinkific and access your study.

You will then be able to access your online study at ascensionpress.thinkific.com.

(Note that if you have already created a Thinkific account through Ascension, you will not need to create a new one, but will then receive a link to access your online study directly.)

If you purchased multiple online course enrollments for your small group, you'll receive an email the day of your purchase with a link which you can then forward to your students. With this link, each student can create their account and access their online course.

Will I need a workbook to complete a study?

The workbook is an integral part of the study, containing reflection and discussion questions. To get the most out of the study, we recommend each participant have a Bible, his or her own workbook, and for studies that include an additional reading book, we encourage a copy of that as well.

What study materials will my group and I need?

You can choose the study materials that best fit how you plan to journey through the study!

If you are leading a small group, we recommend purchasing the program’s Starter Pack for yourself, along with a Study Set/Workbook and Online Access for each participant.

If you are journeying through the study on your own, we recommend purchasing a Study Set/Workbook and Online Access for yourself.

In addition, we recommend that everyone have a Catholic Bible and Catechism of the Catholic Church. We recommend the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition and The Great Adventure Catholic Bible, which incorporates the same color-coded learning system used throughout our studies.

Can I download and print out the digital workbook from a study?

Our online edition of a study includes a digital copy of your workbook. This workbook is in a read-only format, and therefore cannot be printed out as this is a violation of copyright and intellectual property law. This version of the workbook is also unable to save student responses.

If you would prefer a printed copy of your workbook and have ordered the online-only option in error, please contact us with your order number and we will be able to help you set up your order for the printed materials instead!

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I have read this wonderful book twice and given as gifts to others.

Absolutely profound

I can't state my impression better than Michael G. aleeady has, "It's difficult to put into words the impact this book had on me and my faith journey. I'm a "highlighter," and I have never highlighted so much in one book as I did in this one! I thought I was about as mature in my faith as I ever would be. I was wrong. What a gift, Mr. D'Ambrosio. Thank you. Praise Jesus."

Excellent and informative

An excellent book and highly educational on the times of Jesus. The author really does a great job of explaining the history of customs of the time of Jesus in an easy to understand method. Very good book.

Wonderful book

Very informative, very interesting, very easy to read. I'm learning so much about Jesus'life

Renewed my friendship with Jesus

It's difficult to put into words the impact this book had on me and my faith journey. I'm a "highlighter," and I have never highlighted so much in one book as I did in this one! I'm in my 79th year and I thought I was about as mature in my faith as I ever would be. I was wrong. What a gift, Mr. D'Ambrosio. Thank you. Praise Jesus.

Wonderfully Approachable

I have been reading this book while using it with its accompanying workbook and videos to lead an adult study at my parish. The content of the book walks you through getting to know Jesus, why He came, and what the Lord has offered to us through His beloved Son. The text is very good at providing deep content with very easy-to-read writing. I think anyone from beginner to well-read Christian can read this book and take away much to meditate and pray on. I highly recommend both the book and its separate study materials. Everyone in our study has commented on how good this book is!

Very helpful as a text for students and for those ... who want to get acquainted with, or deepen,...

This book is based on the conviction that the real Jesus of history, as he lived, died and rose from the dead, is the Jesus of the Gospels. It shows Jesus’ life-giving powerful personality that cannot be the product of "anonymous primitive communities" because it explodes any man-made categories.

The author is aware of the history, geography and social conditions of Jesus’ times and his country. It is very helpful as a text for students and for the large public of believers and unbelievers who want to get acquainted with, or deepen, their knowledge of Jesus.