late last night i finished reading The Shack, by William P. Young. i found it to be a great fiction story divulging into tough questions of God's involvement in tragedy. although, i am not willing to put a blank slate of approval to all the theology depicted, i found it an amazing read that changed my perception of the relationship God wishes to have with his created. Young's depiction of God's relationship with nature made my heart sing.
seeing how i just finished, it is hard to tell how, or if it will, influence my idea of the theodicy problem. it's important to note that this work is becoming quite controversial book.
at any rate, i recommend it!!!
here are a few reviews (both pro and con):
The Ooze
Christianity Today
Greg Boyd
USA Today
2 comments:
I finally finished it! Reading this is a very colorful emotional experience that definitely paints a different kind of picture of our beloved holy trinity. I uninteligently skipped the forward (which is obviously there for a reason!) so if you read this, I recommend you start from the very beginning and be sure to leave behind preconceived notions.
... and keep in mind this is fiction : )
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