Death by Love: Letters from the Cross (RE: Lit: Vintage Jesus)

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  I love the way that Driscoll is unapologetic in his preaching and in his writing. I thought that there were parts in the book that were a tad slow but overall it was outstanding. I tried to put myself in his position, meaning there were several of those letters he wrote to people that would have been very difficult for me to write. Some of the people described were absolutely despicable. What i found in my own heart was a hint of pride. It is as if I think i deserve my salvation when in reali... (show more)

  I love the way that Driscoll is unapologetic in his preaching and in his writing. I thought that there were parts in the book that were a tad slow but overall it was outstanding. I tried to put myself in his position, meaning there were several of those letters he wrote to people that would have been very difficult for me to write. Some of the people described were absolutely despicable. What i found in my own heart was a hint of pride. It is as if I think i deserve my salvation when in reality, i am no better than the man who physically, verbally, and sexually abuses his wife and/or daughters.

  I thought Driscoll did a great job at explaining the different aspects in which Christ is our Savior. He is our example, our victor, redemption, sacrifice, righteousness, etc... He explains that no matter what hurt we have caused or received, Christ restores! (show less)

   

   

  by Daniel Attaway on Aug 06, 2009 at 09:38PM

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  Mark Driscoll is an outstanding preacher! I don't always agree with everything he says but I do applaud his assault against political correctness although he does sometimes cross the line of good taste. But I've seen few preachers who can so routinely deliver powerful messages that really make me think. Unfortunately this ability doesn't translate as well into writing as it does into speaking.

  I generally liked "Death By Love", but at times it was difficult to read. What I me... (show more)

  Mark Driscoll is an outstanding preacher! I don't always agree with everything he says but I do applaud his assault against political correctness although he does sometimes cross the line of good taste. But I've seen few preachers who can so routinely deliver powerful messages that really make me think. Unfortunately this ability doesn't translate as well into writing as it does into speaking.

  I generally liked "Death By Love", but at times it was difficult to read. What I mean by difficult is that it was some times hard to continue plowing on as the reading occasionally seemed like drudgery. I never feel that way when hearing Driscoll preach his hour long plus sermons on my iPod, but I did feel that way in reading his book. That being said, don't think it was horrible either. I really think with a lot of work that Driscoll could be a very good writer, but he needs plenty of polishing. Looking at the volume of what he has slated to come out, it looks like he's going to be getting the needed practice.

  What I liked best about this book was how Driscoll wrote about biblical & historic doctrines & associated details rarely discussed & even often ignored by the modern church. For example, I believe I have a better understanding of expiation in contrast to propitiation after reading this book. If asked about the difference most Christians today probably wouldn't have a clue. That's unfortunate & it's exactly why people ought to read "Death By Love". Not only does Driscoll explain these sometimes difficult but biblically & historically important doctrines, he also does a pretty good job of making the case for why they remain important & relevant in our day. And I believe the understanding of such things deepens the spiritual walk of Christians. I hear he is currently working on a book specifically dealing with doctrine & I look forward to it.

  So, while I would do it with qualifications, while I don't know if such was Driscoll's goal in writing this book, I would recommend this book to someone trying to learn more about the basics of some deep historic Christian thought. (show less)

   

   

  by Derick Harper on Jul 22, 2009 at 03:19AM

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