Making Sense of Scripture Participant Book

This book deserves the highest rating - seven stars on a five-star scale! That's because it does what the title says - "making sense of Scripture" - and so much more. It doesn't merely define the Bible, nor "defend" it. The book helps readers make sense of their life with God - a bond of love that constantly grows by our engaging in an ongoing conversation with the faithful (yet very human) witnesses we meet in Scripture. In a Q & A format, Dr. Lose writes as a genial teacher who works at connecting with us as conversation partners; he's not out to impress or intimidate. But don't let his light touch fool you. Heavy, complex subjects are explained simply (but not simplistically) and illuminated with apt, often humorous illustrations. To process what he says, group use - more conversation - is what the book is designed for. But individuals can benefit as well, talking things out in their heads. I'll also use it for students' orientation to Bible study in the classes I teach.