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derekdavis31's review
4.0
Originally, I had a physical copy and meant to read it several years ago. Since then, I had still thought of reading this book but as I no longer had a physical copy, I opted for the audiobook.
Justin Lee is a phenomenal narrator. He was able to express his feelings and being life into his words. This book was more of a memoir than it was anything else, which was a relatable one for me several years ago.
However, as I have left religion and have become an Atheist, I can still relate to this book and Justin's experiences. Thus, I no longer agree with a lot of the assertions Christianity states, but the message of love and compassion still remain the same for me. It is my hope Mr. Lee starts to recognize the damage Christianity has done to groups of people and the unnecessary nature of religion in the 21st Century.
Justin Lee is a phenomenal narrator. He was able to express his feelings and being life into his words. This book was more of a memoir than it was anything else, which was a relatable one for me several years ago.
However, as I have left religion and have become an Atheist, I can still relate to this book and Justin's experiences. Thus, I no longer agree with a lot of the assertions Christianity states, but the message of love and compassion still remain the same for me. It is my hope Mr. Lee starts to recognize the damage Christianity has done to groups of people and the unnecessary nature of religion in the 21st Century.
stphngrr's review
5.0
Excellent. This book is balanced, thorough, challenging, and above all, gracious. An important book for any Christian who wants to understand how we can do better at bridging the gap between gays and Christians.
psalmcat's review
5.0
Spectacular book. Well-timed choice, too. Not the answers I would have liked in every case, but at least there is some depth and explanation of what gay Christians go through. Strongly recommended.
cgarboden's review
5.0
Every Christian should read this book no matter which side of the theological fence you are on. It is well-worth the read.
gconachan's review
5.0
I really enjoyed this book. The way in which it started as an autobiography and continued to be so all the way through, yet included theological and social reflections impressed me. Lee covered a lot of ground in building the bridge between the two seemingly mutually exclusive groups of "gays" and "Christians." For those that think the two cannot be reconciled, this is a must-read; even if they don't end up agreeing with Lee and his conclusions there are still things in this book that could help them work towards bridging the "gay-Christian gap," something that needs to be done no matter where you fall on the issue.