Dan S.

lasting message from a giant that went home

Revisado: 03-20-24

No man of this era has meant more to me than Steve Farrar, yet I never had the honor of meeting him in person. I had read the majority of his books over the past 20 years of walking with Jesus, but not Point Man. His style is of a father and friend in a matter of fact style that resonates. When I heard of his death a couple years back I was honestly grieved. Then I also heard he had just finished a revised update to Point Man, yet I waited to read and somehow stalled. Then I noted this audio version. Seeing Stu Weber was the reader I was encouraged. What a wonderful tribute to a great man of God. I told my wife husbands and wives should listen to it together every 5-7 years until their kids turn 20 and fathers should read it once in between. It is is that rich and full of wisdom!

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What a great legacy!

Revisado: 04-30-23

Dallas Willard was a profound thinker and follower of Christ. I may not agree with him 100%, but that certainly doesn't detract from his work or thinking. Esy too much to learn from the humble man.

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Super valuable resource and a gift to the Church

Revisado: 01-13-23

Super valuable resource and a gift to the Church. This can help anyone increase overall biblical knowledge and how the Bible is so intertwined; more it should draw everyone closer to the Lord Jesus.

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one of the best

Revisado: 08-17-22

Another masterful job of performing and writing! My wife and I have now listened to the entire series over the past 5 years. Both of us can't wait for the next book!!

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never had a book I loved and disliked so much

Revisado: 04-07-22

I have listened to a number of Metexas books and throughly loved them all. This one has some incredible content that people need to hear and Eric does a great job of pulling it together. Still I have many issues. First some of the recent scientific theories Metexas states as fact. They may be the best and most current ideas but it is disingenuous to say they are settled fact. We wouldn't let the atheists get by with such leaps and we shouldn't either. In other parts he goes on about the high-brow nature of the new atheists yet Metexas seems hell-bent on using as many 5 syllable words as he can. He always has a broad vocabulary but this is over the top and hurts the book in my opinion. The part on the new atheists also seemed to drag on as personal vendetta that stalls the book. Metexas also makes the statement that science is at its end. Such a broad brush statement is also misleading and not true in many aspects, again the broad brush. Final content concern and this is personal in a way. Metexas asserts that the universe is 14...billion years old and anyone who thinks otherwise is silly. For me the jury is out on the age of the universe and dismissing the other side hurts Eric's testimony. Truth is, if God's creation is the greatest miracle, and it is, making certain things look old is nothing! Smart people keep digging for answers please. Lastly the reading delivery of Metexas truly grated on me. Too much emphasis on certain words and hanging words. I sped it up to 1.2 and enjoyed it much better. These are my opinions and others may disagree. I would recommend listening to the book, particularly the first half to 2/3 as it is great stuff. I just know Eric Metexas can do better, and he has with most of of his other works.

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Excellent on all levels!

Revisado: 11-14-21

First book I've listened to by Baier, won't be the last. Simply a delightful biography of one of America's greatest and yet somewhat unknown Generals and Presidents.

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not my cup of tea

Revisado: 11-14-21

A bit too much latitude by the author for my taste. A few interesting nuggets though.

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a bit dark...but fabulous

Revisado: 11-14-21

Definitely the darkest book in the series thus far. Brings to light the reality of human trafficking in a way that only the Gray Man can. Typical great story and fabulous performance.

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Valuable discussion, but lots of questions

Revisado: 12-22-20

First, I greatly admire Dr. Lennox & have the utmost respect for him. However, I do question some of his arguments. I would like a definition of God's sovereignty; at times it feels as if God is thought of as sovereign overseer rather than sovereign creator exercising his will on all of his creation, including every human. There is a difference. Also, Lennox gave an exhaustive definition of faith, but not so much on grace by which you have been saved, Eph. 2:8-9. A reading of the biblical text gives a broad definition of grace well beyond salvation alone that was missed. Additionally, Lennox seems to ignore the divine tension, brought forth mostly by Paul, between God's sovereign will (sure wants & make sure) and human freewill. In the tension is where the truth lies, with God's sovereignty trumping our will at his divine discretion. One final question, Dr. Lennox seems totally comfortable with the LORD'S determination over a people group, but how is that possible without at least some determination over the individuals in the group? There is no simple answer to much of this, it seems; like the tension, we need to fully accept it, although in our human vessels, we are incapable of fully understanding. On an affirming note, I found Lennox's account of assurance, quite good and compelling.
The performer, although adequate, loses the kindly tone that is pure Lennox. Often sounds lofty and just doesn't fit well.

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Fantastic... maybe my favorite so far!

Revisado: 08-10-20

We have listened to the entire series, so far, this may be my favorite! Loved the interaction with the female character that she survived. Can't wait till they meet up again. Greaney is a great author and Snyder is a superb narrator!

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