those of you who know me well, know that i have not traditionally been an avid reader. actually, up until this summer, i can't think of any whole book over 30 pages i have read since college. that being said, i have found a new love. a sort of natural indulgence. reading. i read karen kingsbury's fame series this summer and began the sunrise series about the time school began. i took a break form the sunrise series to read the shack. to be honest, i was skeptical to read it. with so much spiritual conversation going on about it and controversy, no less, i thought it would probably be a disappointment. but with so many talking about it, i wanted to know what the arguments were.
it was NOTHING like i expected, and so much more. first, it is important that everyone who reads it remember it is FICTION. in much the same way that c.s Lewis used imagery and symbolism in the lion, the witch and the wardrobe, young has a gift. his use of imagery and literary devices to communicate his message is breathtaking! i found myself laughing and crying almost every other page, all the way through the book. the most amazing thing is that it took me on a personal journey.
you know how you look back over your life, you see spiritual "landmarks" in which God uses something or someone to draw you closer to him. well this book and this journey has etched a definite mark and permanent land mark in my life's journey and i am so grateful for its impact!!!
so, if you haven't already, go read it, but be ready to deal with your life if you do!!!!
1 comment:
I agree. The Shack is a great book when kept in perspective. I would love to remove one page from the book and would consider it a perfect story. I gave a copy to a friend who is mourning the sudden loss of her young adult son and has quit attending church because of hurtful conversations. It seemed like the book to speak to where she is now. I am glad you enjoyed it.
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