FINAL SHACK DISCUSSION GROUP

On Mar 6, I posted a review of The Shack on this Blog.  I had read critiques of the book before reading it and writing my own.  Last night, we finished the group discussion of the book at our church.  My view has not changed.  I have posted these updates under the categories of "Christian Living" and "Theological Issues".  The book deals with both.  The greatest appeal of the book seems to be with the help it gives for the "Living" and the difficulties with the book remain "theological".  

I found the discussion very interesting and it was a great way of learning more about folks we worship with each week.  The sharing was personal, practical and helpful.  It was positive.  The theological discussions  stirred a lot of questions and interest in the Trinity, the Nature of God, Forgiveness,  Free-will, etc.  We discussed related Scripture passages at each table, shared and prayed together.  Each evening began with a Soup and Bread Lenten meal.  It was a worthwhile series. We are glad we participated. 

That said, all the theological issues I wrote about on March 6 remain unresolved.  Nothing discernible has changed about that.  The need for theological and Biblical education remains, perhaps now there will be more interest in pursuing them.