I am certainly not a theologian or Biblical historian, but, like millions upon millions of others, I have read the Bible many times and have often engaged in a little Biblical study here and there. There is nothing so cleansing, insightful and powerful as this little book made up of an Old Testament and a New Testament. Absolutely life changing for those who are open to what it can do for them.
Recently my husband handed me a book called, "The Story of God, the Story of Us" by Sean Gladding. It was released in November 2010. I, along with so many others whose articles I have read online, consider it to be quite a "find." I'm not sure though...did I find it via my husband's boss who gave it to him, or did it find me via the Holy Spirit's doing? Either way, I'm thrilled to be reading it.
"At 235 pages total it could be considered a "short," but there is nothing short in its incredible depths. "The Story of God, the Story of Us" could be a fast and easy read to those who read often. However, in sitting quietly with an open heart during the reading, one is taken deep into well-thought-through and spiritually enlightened insights that go well beyond
what the eyes see.
"The Story of God, the Story of Us" is an interesting paraphrasing of the entire Bible, both Old and New Testament. In addition to the unique way the "old, old story" is told, it's warmth and almost novel like personal look into some of the characters keep the interest up on several levels.
I will take some time to share a few of the things as they seem to sparkle in my spirit as I continue reading Sean's amazing book. Meanwhile, for those who have not heard of this book, I will say that, not only would it be an excellent gift for anyone, but it would certainly be an excellent study for a group of any age...teens to college age to adults and even seniors. (I belong to that last category!)
I end this post with a quote from the back of the book. (I hope I'm not breaking any copy rite laws here.) Here is what one author, Alan Hirsch, says on the back of this book.
Hirsch says, "I commend this book to anyone exploring the bestelling, least understood book in the history of the world. As well, I recommend it to leaders and practitioners who long for a fresh approach to teaching scripture."
If anyone reading this post wants to discuss it in any way, that would be great. Happy reading!
