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Love Wins: A Book About Heaven, Hell, and the Fate of Every Person Who Ever Lived by Rob Bell
elaineyh1216's review
reflective
medium-paced
3.0
I lean towards universalism in my personal belief, so I agree with Bell on most of his premise. I had just expected the book to go deeper. (I'm also just not a fan of his writing style.)
I think this would be a good primer for someone who is just starting to look into a different way to think about heaven and hell than what they were taught in the evangelical church. But for people who are looking for deeper theological and historical arguments, a different book may be better.
I think this would be a good primer for someone who is just starting to look into a different way to think about heaven and hell than what they were taught in the evangelical church. But for people who are looking for deeper theological and historical arguments, a different book may be better.
stephaniesteen73's review
4.0
Although I didn't agree with all Rob Bell's conclusions, I really like his writing style and love that he's not afraid to ask the tough questions. I also like this portrayal of Christianity a lot more than most I've seen/read. Would love to discuss this book with anyone who has read it.
skarijay's review
3.0
Despite finding myself leaning towards this side of thought religiously, I'm not sure that I was really convinced by this book. It was very feelings heavy, I guess I was looking for something a little meatier. Overall it's a fine book, and maybe a good introduction to the topic, a kind of jumping point.
bittersweet_symphony's review
4.0
An easily accessible read that provides a convincing argument for Universalism. Does does not lose because Love wins.
aediger2's review
3.0
First of all, the layout and voice of the book is unique. It threw me off for a while when a sentence would be split up into multiple lines. Some may enjoy his style of writing, but I was personally not a fan. I also had a hard time focusing and staying engaged during many parts. I cannot say if this is a fault or the book or my own.
As far as they content of the text goes, based on what I had heard about the book, I expected there to be significantly more blatantly controversial statements in it. Whether or not I agree with everything in the book, I appreciate the message it has: God is consistent in love and goodness.
I also appreciated this quote: "they believe that they believe the right things and so they're 'saved' but it hasn't delivered the full life that it was supposed to, and so they're bitter. Deep down, they believe God had let them down." This book is a respite for those feeling an absence where they should be feeling the fullness of life that comes through Christ.
As far as they content of the text goes, based on what I had heard about the book, I expected there to be significantly more blatantly controversial statements in it. Whether or not I agree with everything in the book, I appreciate the message it has: God is consistent in love and goodness.
I also appreciated this quote: "they believe that they believe the right things and so they're 'saved' but it hasn't delivered the full life that it was supposed to, and so they're bitter. Deep down, they believe God had let them down." This book is a respite for those feeling an absence where they should be feeling the fullness of life that comes through Christ.
howatdk's review against another edition
challenging
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
4.0
mereperry's review against another edition
Because of the controversy surrounding this book, I had to read it. I don’t feel like I can have an opinion about it unless I’ve done so. I love books which really make me think. And this one has done so. What do I think about it? There is so much good in it, and honestly- I’m just not sure yet.