What We Talk About When We Talk About God by Rob Bell
For those open to it, I think Bell offers some fresh ways of talking about the way we see the world and what we think we know. And about how the way we see God in history impacts our actions and perspective. I would think it would be a great conversation starter for those who are not open to more conventional approaches to God and church. And that is no small thing.
The Real Mary by Scot McKnight
So to be fair, if you are interested in seeing how the life of Mary can be a fruitful area of discussion and study for protestants this is a good place to start. It brings out the story in interesting and challenging ways and outlines some problematic areas with respect and grace.
Library Haul: Religious Controversy Edition
I will confess something to you my loyal readership. I am having existential doubts about this whole blogging thing. For a variety of reasons I won’t go into I have just been our of sorts and this has really undermined my blogging…
Why be a Christian (If No One Goes to Hell)? by Daniel Meeter
Those of you not living in a cave, or to be fair not tuned into to either publishing or evangelicalism, are probably aware of the whole phenomenon surrounding Love Wins by Rob Bell. I never posted a review here because it…
The Book of Neil by Frank Turner Hollon
As regular readers of this blog know, I am fascinated by fiction that has a religious or supernatural aspect; particularly creative or unconventional ones. It is likely for this reason that MacAdam Cage sent me The Book of Neil by Frank Turner Hollon…
The King Jesus Gospel by Scot McKnight
I love reading challenging non-fiction books, but I almost always struggle when it comes to posting reviews. I want to wrestle with the ideas, debate premises and offer conclusions. But all too often I lack either the time or the…
