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Review: Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus by Nabeel Qureshi

Review: Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus Nabeel Qureshi Zondervan 2014 An amazing journey for the author of this book and for the reader as he walks with him through the years of searching.   Yes, years.   As the title suggests, Qureshi was Muslim.   To their credit, his parents taught him well and lived their faith before him.   But, as time went passed and Qureshi moved into young adulthood questions arose.   His search led him through the Islamic literature and the Christian literature.   He studied and debated, defending his faith.   In the end he acknowledged the truth of Scripture.    That end was not any surprise given the title, but what impressed me was his perseverance and the faithfulness of his friend, David.   He stood with him throughout the process encouraging him and helping him understand more.   David also learned much throughout this time.   Is that what evangelism and discipleship is supposed to look like?   I think so.   The sad part is that Qureshi

Review: If I Had Lunch with C.S. Lewis: Exploring the Ideas of C.S. Lewis on the Meaning of Life by Alister McGrath

Review: If I Had Lunch with C.S. Lewis: Exploring the Ideas of C.S. Lewis on the Meaning of Life Alister McGrath Tyndale House Publishers 2014 What a treat this book was for me!   Why? Because it is a relaxed conversation about some of the work of C.S. Lewis.   He authored more than Narnia and lots to say that is still very relevant today.   What I did not know when I requested this book is that McGrath is a bit of an expert on Lewis’ life and works.   So a double treat for me.    McGrath explores several of the important themes found within the writing of Lewis, starting with the meaning of life and ending with Lewis’ thoughts on hope and heaven.   The range is broad and presented in a sort of format that keeps things interesting---imaginary luncheon conversations with Lewis.   Well, almost luncheons, anyway.   I was hoping for more from Lewis, but McGrath digs into various writings and presents what he believes Lewis would have said during those lunches.   Even Nar