Biblically Based Universalism
Matthew 11:28
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.
New Book by Wendy Burnfield
Release Date August 28th, 2026
The Book of Life: The Story of Humanity and the Restoration of all Things
The Bible begins with two trees in a garden. It ends with the Tree of Life in a restored creation. Between those two gardens is the story of humanity—and God’s incredible plan to redeem and restore all things through Jesus Christ.
In this book, I explore questions such as:
- What do the Tree of Knowledge and the Tree of Life represent?
- Why is Genesis so important to understanding the rest of Scripture?
- What can we learn about the serpent, spiritual warfare, and God’s promise of restoration?
- How does the story of Eden connect with our own lives today?
- What does Christ’s resurrection mean for the future of humanity?
Along the way, I’ll also share parts of my own journey of faith and how God has faithfully guided me through every season of life. My hope is that readers will discover that no matter where their story begins, God is always writing a greater story of grace, healing, and restoration. The book of Genesis is an invitation to see the Bible as one beautiful story—from Creation to the Fall, from the Cross to the Resurrection, and ultimately to the restoration of all things.
If you’ve ever wondered why the world is broken, where hope can be found, or how God’s story connects with your own, I believe this book will encourage and inspire you. I can’t wait to share more with you in the coming months, including behind-the-scenes updates, excerpts, and the official release date.
Thank you for your prayers, encouragement, and for being part of this journey.
Together, let’s continue discovering the incredible story of God’s love and His plan to make all things new.
Table of Contents
Foreword
By David Burnfield
Preface
Why I Wrote this Book
Chapter 1
The Tree of Knowledge
My Story, Your Story, and Humanity’s Story
Chapter 2
The Loss of Eden
Brokenness, Shame, and the Human Condition
Chapter 3
God’s Pursuit of Humanity
The Covenants, Israel, the Prophets, and His Unrelenting Love
Chapter 4
The Tree of Life
Christ, the Cross, and the Victory over Death
Chapter 5
The Serpent
The Enemy of Humanity
Chapter 6
Spiritual Warfare
The Battle Between Good and Evil
Chapter 7
The Restoration of All Things
The Healing of the Nations and the Tree of Life Restored
“It flowed down the center of the main street. On each side of the river grew a tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, with a fresh crop each month. The leaves were used for medicine to heal the nations.”- Revelation 22:2
