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Liked It “A Good book. Slow to start but the last few chapters are great. Probably didn't live up to the hype I'd heard about, but still good.” see full review » see other reviews » |
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“A Good book. Slow to start but the last few chapters are great. Probably didn't live up to the hype I'd heard about, but still good.”
Chris S wrote this review Sunday, July 26 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“what a refreshingly unique way to think about this journey of faith...”
Amy J wrote this review Monday, July 20 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“As I remember, this was a fast read with really poignant thoughts behind it. Someone let me borrow it and I don't think I returned it. Anyway - Rob Bell writes very well and makes this a good read for people who need a few more answers or a little more direction.”
Steff D wrote this review Thursday, July 16 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“From the first example it is a deep and amazing read. Rob Bell is one of the best minds in revealing the truth of Christ in a modern, relevant voice.”
Karl Z wrote this review Friday, June 26 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Even if you hate Christians, you can't hate this book. Rob's an amazing author who talks right to you. He does a good job of wrestling with questions no one else thinks or wants to ask.”
Joy M wrote this review Thursday, May 28 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No0 of 65535 members found this review helpful“Very thought-provoking viewpoints . . . There is no question the church is in a state of change. It will be interesting to see where it lands.”
Cindy G wrote this review Monday, August 25 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“A good read from an author who enthusiastically does not apologize for being a follower of Jesus. Other mainstream Christians might cringe at his theology, Bible scholarship and world view but I do not. His philosophical brethren are Marcus Borg and John Dominic Crossan, both authors whom I admire. In “Velvet Elvis”, I particularly enjoyed Bell’s historical context of the scriptures and his emphasis on expressing, through art and music, the Creative (capitalization intended) force. To take issue with Bell is to ignore that, since the first century, we (Followers) have always been “making it up as we went along” and trusting in the guidance of the Spirit. I pray that Christians continue to “make it up” and that we will, hopefully and providentially, get most of it right. ”
b.schock wrote this review Thursday, December 11 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Rob Bell always has great insights into the Christian faith and his works are always a great read (or a great watch, if you have seen the NOOMA videos). His book reads like he's speaking right in front of you.”
Breanne S wrote this review Tuesday, November 18 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
