Nov 21 2006
So I Go Now: Following After the Jesus of Our Day
Jeff Jacobson
So I Go Now: Following After the Jesus of Our Day
Trafford Publishing
Rating: 7.4
It’s hard to resist a good story.
Whether you’re drawn in by the strong lead characters, the intricate plot twists, or the detailed description of the scenery, there are few things in this world as mentally, psychologically, or spiritually compelling as a well-written narrative. Stories can simply convey truths, spark interest, and stir emotions in a way that encyclopedias packed filled with facts and spreadsheets chock-full of statistics never could. Yes, those facts and statistics are backed up by quality research and in-depth analysis, but they are rarely as compelling as people and the stories behind those people. People just genuinely enjoy immersing themselves in a good story.
But even the best of biographies (you know, those history books actually about people) and those vaunted New York Times best-selling novels can become tired and stale if the main character is lame or the story-telling is too hagiographic or insipid. Continue reading “So I Go Now: Following After the Jesus of Our Day“
