Finding God in the Shack: Seeking Truth in a Story of Evil and Redemption

by Roger E. Olson

Book Overview

The Shack has touched millions of readers with its portrayal of a compassionate God in the face of great evil. Many have identified with the main character's Great Sadness, the terrible burden of... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0830837086
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: IVP
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.3" x 0.3" x 5.5"

Customer Reviews

Better Than the Original!!!

This is one of those rare, extremely rare, cases where the sequel (actually a followup book) is as good and probablay better than the original "The Shack" was outstanding. It effectively freed God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit from the molds of orthodoxy that have held them captive for 2,000 years. This book discusses the breaking of that mold and brings the new way of thinking all together, pointing out where "The Shack" got it right and where it may have gone a little too far. This book puts it all together without being "too theological," which was one of The Shack's main assets. Both are significant contributions to Christian thought, study, and consideration. Both books, expecially this one, are far better than most of the sermons I have heard over the last 50 years or so. Far better (and I've heard some good ones!!!) Read the books, both of them. They will warm your heart and make you think. But if you have to choose one, choose this one!!!

Finding God in the Shack: Seeking Truth in a Story of Evil and Redemption

Now THIS is a good critique of The Shack. The author is fair minded, telling where The Shack leaves scripture but understanding why the novel does so. He defends the theology, cautioning when it might be interpreted as heresy, but showing how this can be avoided. All in all, a very good companion to The Shack.

As Good as THE SHACK!

[[ASIN:0830837086 Finding God in the Shack: Seeking Truth in a Story of Evil and Redemption]Whether or not you completely agree with the author, you will gain a deeper understanding of the strength of forgiveness and appreciate the author's viewpoint. Read THE SHACK and then pick up this book!

Bookish Gal

I found this book to be very readable, interesting, enlightening and sometimes inspiring. The author points out areas where he disagrees without seeming harshly critical. He often provides page numbers from "The Shack" as easy reference. He helped me clarify my thoughts about the book. If you only read the last 8 pages, it would be worth having.

Provocative Read

Author Roger Olson takes the reader on play by play of William Young's The Shack as he explores the book's many complex and controversial issues. As you read, you will see that Olsen has the heart of a theologian and he looks at the book from this perspective. The discussion is illuminating as well as intriguing and provides the reader with new opportunities for finding God in The Shack.