Review: Paul Behaving Badly: Was the Apostle a Racist, Chauvinist Jerk?

Paul Behaving Badly: Was the Apostle a Racist, Chauvinist Jerk? by E. Randolph Richards
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This by far is now one of my top 3 favorite books I've ever read. I was introduced to the behaving badly 'series' with 'God Behaving Badly' by David Lamb, which proved to be a great read. To be honest, before picking this up, I didn't know if following it well was even possible! (I haven't read 'Jesus Behaving Badly' but after this one, I'm certainly throwing it on my list!

Richards and O'Brien did a MASTERFUL job at collecting some popular objections that people have about Paul, presenting them in such a way that makes you AGREE and possibly even hate Paul, and then carefully and methodically address each of these claims in a whimsical and intelligent manner. I don't think I've ever before read something so educational, enriching, challenging, and humorous!

This is DEFINITELY a book that I recommend and will continue to do so for the remainder of my life! If you've ever been troubled by Paul (great or small) or have been challenged/asked about controversial writings of Paul, this little book is a MUST READ! Do yourself a favor and order a copy! =)

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Review: Breaking the Code - Participant's Book: Understanding the Book of Revelation

Breaking the Code - Participant's Book: Understanding the Book of Revelation by Bruce M. Metzger
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a fantastic little book that is an extremely easy and quick read! I've been devouring more and more resources on the Book of Revelation over the past 6 years, and recently was turned on to this little resource by Dr. Shane Wood, who also has put out some REALLY good stuff on Revelation. I would say that in the current camp that I find myself where it comes to understanding and interpreting this book, I agree with about 85-90% of what Metzger wrote here. Nonetheless, I HAVE NOT encountered a better introduction/overview to the actual text of the book as what he presents in this short, 100-page resource! If you're looking to start a serious study of Revelation and you haven't had much guidance (as opposed to what's out there by a lot of sensationalists), this is a MUST READ in terms of a starting place. It will help you digest what you read and compile a framework from which you can then explore the various parts in more detail and with more care! What a great addition/resource for us to be blessed with!

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