I don't like reading books about God and what mankind believes about God. I have my own beliefs and most of the time they aren't the same as what churches believe. That's why I don't go to church. I've been wanting to read The Shack for a while now but this book came through the library where I work so I checked it out. To me most of the book is a no-brainer. Things I already believe. So this wasn't anything new and exciting for me. I gave it 3 stars because it was ok. I like some of the stories behind the "lies" and I like that the author makes it ok to believe other than what the outspoken say.

Like I said I have my beliefs and I don't try to convert people or shove my beliefs down other peoples throats. I was in Wal-Mart the other day with my daughter. And while she was trying to pick out some mayo I was approached by a woman who asked me about my walk with God. I guess I look like someone who is a Christian-type, you know, no tattoos (oh no!), no piercings other than earlobes, or other stereotypical outward signs, so I told her I was fine with my walk. She asked where, (not if) I go to church. I was honest and said I didn't but that I was good. Ok, I get that churches want to spread the word but, really, is it for the church or for God that they are doing this.

Anyway, off my rant, I liked this book but it wasn't more than a 3 star for me. I'm good where I am and I don't need a book or movie to convince me otherwise.