OK, I admit that I’m a tad behind (well, maybe more than a tad behind) in my book reviews so I’m going to try to catch up tonight and get back on track =)
Conversations with God is an interesting book that asks some basics questions such as “What is Heaven like?”, “If God loves us, why is there suffering?” and the like. Good basic questions that most everyone wonders at one point or another in their Christian walk. The answers are done in the form of being answered in a conversational form by God and others in heaven.
The author acknowledges that he is not in the place to speak for God and it is his goal to answer the questions Scripturaly while he does use the format. I understand his goal but to be honest, I’m not too nuts about the format (for some of the same reasons I am not a fan of “The Voice” Bible translation.)
When it comes to the questions of life, answer them with Scripture and personal commentary but leave God to speak for himself. We all know that two people can read the same Scripture and get different impressions. It’s vital that the Holy Spirit is in the driving seat for this. If you give me your views, I am invited to consider your impressions as I study the Scripture and submit to the Spirit. If you give me your thoughts in the form of God’s, it makes me a little uncomfortable.
Truth is, most people are smart enough to make the distinction but for my taste, it’s not the best writing style available.
I received a copy of the book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest (though late) review.
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