Honestly acknowledges the reality of deconstruction that is actively happening now among many Christians and specifically asks deep questions about problematic areas of the bible for modern Christians. Author is aware of some of the greats in this area ( Kathy Escobar - Faith shift & Marlene Winelle - leaving the fold ) and walks part of the way with them.
From a Christian POV this is better than the Shack and indeed 99% of the books out there that seek to deal with questions relating to their faith. There are many excellent insights and this book should be required reading for current Christians.
From an ex Christian or atheist POV there is way too much reconstruction, like unto (usefully) throwing some deck chairs on the Titanic and rearranging the leftovers to make the (imagined) captain look good.
I wonder where this will end? The feel of I must doubt and I must stop doubting was oppressive. Putting the Jenga tower back together might be a failed project. Interesting glimpse into an active ongoing process here while simultaneously struggling to hold onto something that might not exist.
Disclosure : PDF copy of book kindly provided by the author.
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