This book brings theology into our everyday lives in such an interesting and entertaining way!
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Root mixes serious theologians with the playfulness puppies in this heartwarming book. He even entertains the age old question  of whether dogs go to heaven or not,
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This is an amazing book - highly recommended! I am always on the look-out for Christian-themed children's books to give to my Godchildren and nieces and nephews, and they have all received this one!  I love the incarnational theology of a God that pervades all of creation...the earth, animals, all living things, and all people.  God is mentioned in gender-neutral language, and the characters comes from a variety of races/ethnicities.  This story features a young girl who loves asking questions, and she goes on a journey to discover an answer to the question, "Where does God live?"  With beautiful, lyrical, rhyming language, she learns that the answer is "everywhere."
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Brilliant in illuminating the history of modern theology (within which we all remain deeply, even almost always blindly, immersed); erudite in interdisciplinary, historical, sociological, and theological materials (deftly synthesizing into a gripping narrative that helps us moderns to understand ourselves better); and transformative in its power to inspire, motivate, and impel repentance and a re-performance of the gospel in our late-modern and even postmodern context. Anyone serious about the contemporary theological task ought to read this book.
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As someone who reads alot about strengthening my faith and my relationship with God, I can say, without hesitation, this book is very unique in its field.  Very few writers have the ability to be as entertaining as they are reflective.  Patty's writing style balances them effortlessly, making the book easy and enjoyable to read, but causing one to pause and reflect at the end of every chapter.

I laughed and nodded at Patty's words as much as I thought hard about them.  I highly recommend this for anyone looking for a fresh take on where to find God in your life.
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Susan Sparks has done the remarkable: She has written a book that is touching, informative and funny, all at the same time.  She has a skilled way of making spiritual and theological concepts accessible to every reader.  You will learn something about yourself, others and God from this book.  And more importantly, you will have a clearer glimpse into a God who who laughs with us, all the time cheering us on to deeper insights and more fulfilling life.  I am in Susan debt for helping me see the God I worship is also one I smile with, and indeed laugh with.  God seems closer to me as a result of reading this book.  Fr. Edward L. Beck, C.P.
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Although I was raised in the Lutheran tradition and later as an adult converted to Roman Catholicism, I must confess at the outset--by way of transparency--that I have not practiced Christianity for a couple of decades now.  I was intrigued, however, by the explicit feminism that undergirded the project.  When I saw that the book was organized into short chapters that dealt with individual women that appear in the Bible, I imagined that it would become one of those texts that I had on the kitchen table that I would read in a segmented way as I had my daily omelette and coffee for breakfast every morning.

I was absolutely gobsmacked to discover that I just couldn't put it down!  The stories are gripping, and the writing is superb!  So many religious texts are written either as sophisticated academic studies replete with footnotes and references or as over-simplified morality tales that erase the nuances of the original biblical manuscripts.  The genius of Connor is that she maintains the complexity of the original texts even as her writing style is astonishingly accessible.

Each chapter begins with a re-telling of the key elements of each of the women's stories, as presented in the Bible; at the end of each story, Connor relates the story to current events and modern-day discourse that points both to the excitement and to the relevance for our own lives.  And she does this with wit, with humor, and occasionally--yes--with a bit of foul language thrown in for effect.  None of this is gratuitous, however, as it all leads to a richer engagement on the part of the reader to want to understand in greater depth.

I never expected this book to make me want to (re)explore the spiritual dimensions of the Bible, but it has certainly opened up possibilities.  It is not for everyone, to be sure.  But if you are a person committed to social justice and a deeper comprehension of the complex ways in which the women of the Bible acted and responded to the events of their times, I strongly recommend that you give this book a close read--either over breakfast in bits at a time....or in one go.  It's your choice!
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Addressing an often overlooked biblical truth, the author not only validates basic Christian theology in an entertaining manner but teaches important concepts to assist the reader towards a maturity in their spiritual life.
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Just finished Mr. DeMiglio's fantastic book. He has the rare ability to capture profound biblical insight in captivating real life stories that stir up new ways of thinking about biblical truth while, at the same time, tickling the funny bone. He also knows how to stir the heart. My favorite chapter was about the Honduran boy who he accidently gave $20 to. I could vividly picture that boy following Ron around in new jeans with a big smile on his face.
Ron is a unique thinker and quick-witted writer who will, in my opinion, be a fresh new voice in the world of biblical thought.
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As a graduate of Bible College and wife of a Youth Pastor for 20 years I could relate so much to some of the funny anecdotes in this book!  If you are in any type of part-time or full-time ministry I think you will find this book greatly entertaining!
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This book is part spiritual memoir, part defense of the faith, and part practical theology from a brilliant woman who teaches English along with a little bit of theology. Through working together her own story and the story of others, she shares how the Christian faith continues to make sense both cognitively and practically in a post-christian, post-modern age. This book will make you smile and make you think. I recommend it highly
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Theology is not merely about coffee shop debates or classroom discussions of theoretical situations.  It is about the study of God and how that knowledge makes a true difference in how we live our lives.  In this book, Chuck Colson has woven together several stories that demonstrate vividly how loving God makes a difference in how we live.  He discusses obedience, the word of God, sin and repentence, the hunger for holiness, and the holy nation.  The stories span many centuries and take place in many countries, from the monk Telemachus and his martyrdom in the Roman Coliseum, to Dr. Boris Kornfeld and his influence upon eventual Nobel laureate Alexander Solzhenitsyn, to Colson's own experiences with those he worked with in President Nixon's administration.  This book is easy to read, insightful, and practical; in a word:  recommended.
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I thoroughly enjoyed Olea Nels second book on Andrew Murray. She has opened up a part of church and mission history that I previously knew very little about.  Its written in a very readable and entertaining style but also with an array of footnotes to help remind us that the book is based on meticulous research. It was interesting to learn more about the very human side of Andrew Murray and the role he played in various political matters. I enjoyed reading about his life as a Pastor, mediator, son, brother and potential husband-to-be, and reflecting on his spiritual journey which included some tough lessons. Highly Recommended!
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This book claims to be a HILARIOUS look at ministerial life, and it more than lives up to its title.  "Who Moved My Pulpit" is filled with stories, jokes, and top ten lists that will have you laughing from start to finish, whether you're a lay person or a member of the clergy.
Dr. Younger obviously loves being a minister, and he illustrates how experiencing the true joy of ministry is often a matter of one's perspective.  He leaves no topic unexplored including seminary, preaching, finding a job, committee meetings, pastoral care, bedside manner, music in worship, evangelism, church directories, secretaries, youth camp, angels, and even Harry Potter.  In weaving all of this together Younger shows how to laugh at otherwise tedious things, revel in holy things, and be grateful for wonderful things.
This book would be a good read for anyone who wants to know what it's really like, or at least what it can be like, to be in the ministry.  It would be especially good for anyone who has ever been to seminary, or worked on a church staff.  You will find many commonalities between your experience and that portrayed in the book.  This book would be a wonderful gift for your pastor on his or her birthday, at Christmas, during staff appreciation week, or just any day that you decide to give your pastor a well deserved token of appreciation.
I highly recommend this book to anyone who regularly participates in church life.  This is the funniest book I've ever read about ministry.  Life in Christ, and life in the ministry, can be fun and Younger shows us how.
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Wow, what a great concept here!  I was amazed to find a devotional that weaves together Scripture with quotes from Shakespeare in such a meaningful and enlightening way.  The author demonstrates creativity and scholasticism in one great work!  I found it interesting to learn that Shakespeare quoted and alluded to the Scriptures over 1,000 times in his works, and Hostetler does a great job of highlighting many of those instances.  I enjoyed the ties between Shakespeare's works and the Bible, and I especially enjoyed Hostetler's ability to apply these passages to everyday life.  I felt encouraged, enlightened, and challenged by the many impactful applications that the author makes to life as we live it today.  I highly recommend this work to all!
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my youth pastor asked me to read this book to teach to our high school-aged sunday school class. and MAN do i LOVE that opportunity. this book is awesome. this book has theology and good biblical points that are easy to read. you can read this book in one day (it's THAT easy/entertaining to read) I was hooked from page 1 and at the end i was SO excited to go to church on Sunday. this book teaches you how to pick a good church, signs of being a "church dater", funny stories, heart touching stories, and eye openers. i highly highly recommend this book as a book-study, to strengthen your faith, or just as a small daily read.
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Troy Hill's freshman novel "A Revelation" is so much more than the book description listed here.

Hill successfully tackles issues of race, class, gender, and religion (and the bullying and outsidership that comes along with it) with his tongue-in-cheek type of humor. By implementing social media (facebook) and cellphones as an important subject in this novella, the author subtly allows us readers to ask ourselves if we can live without them and whether these new forms of technology (and the ritualistic use of them) have made them more of a religion than religion itself.

Though the author's use of description and narration is well done, I would have liked to have seen some of the extended descriptions of what the characters said as actual dialogue. Especially since Hill crafted the dialogue so well.  I look forward reading more from this author. His style is reminiscent of "Good Omens: The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, Witch" by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman. Easily, I can see this being used for book clubs or in a classroom simply because it can stir a lot of emotion and discussion. Bravo!  --Stephen Earley Jordan II
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Engaging, substantive, and a joy to read! David and Marybeth Baggett's work is a timely reminder of the enduring goodness of God and the compelling force of moral apologetics. The interdisciplinary scope of the book is one of its most endearing qualities, cogently bringing together philosophy and literature amid laugh-out-loud humor and soul-stirring insights. Skeptics and apologists alike will learn from and enjoy The Morals of the Story!