Small Book that Packs a Big Punch

It is said that dynamite can come in small packages, but is nevertheless capable of a great "kaboom!" The same can be said of this small, unassuming book.

To be honest, when I first heard of the title, I was underwhelmed at the prospect of it being able to offer anything new from the countless other apologetic attempts to defend the Bible. I was pleasantly surprised at the unique insights and delivery of basic ideas that were presented when addressing the common objections to the trustworthiness of the Bible.

The book is comprised of two components:

1) The historical and biblical case for the reliability of the Bible (expressed in different phases through the few chapters)

2) Q&A addressing the various common objections as to the trustworthiness of the Bible (ex. The Bible is a product of its time, irrelevant for today; The stories of Jesus as just legends or myths; Using the Bible to defend the reliability of the Bible as circular (and therefore, invalid?) argument.

The latter component appears as small essays interspersed within the chapters, appearing in gray text boxes. The issue in the Q&A box will relate to the particular part of the case being addressed in that section of the book, so it's really easy to follow along.

Both components really add great value to the whole of the book, as you can really use the Q&A boxes as quick references when in need of addressing a specific objection when you encounter them. The entirety of the case then helps the reader to understand the context of the questions to fill in any gaps of knowledge and understanding.

Another added bonus is the few additional lined pages at the back of the book for the engaged reader to take notes. This might help you remember some names of people important to you in reference to whichever helpful parts of the book may address their specific concerns. Maybe Uncle Bob blames the Bible for moral atrocities committed in its name, you could note: "Uncle Bob, page 35"-- so you can quickly find the page and review it before spending Thanksgiving Dinner with him. This time you can pass the mashed potatoes AND answer to his once hostile objection.*

I enthusiastically recommend this small gem of an apologetic resource. Not only is it great when confronting challenges to your faith in the interest of prepared evangelism, it is also a great encouragement when and if you experience your own doubts. We're all prone to wander and doubt, so it's more likely than not that you will experience seasons of strained faith in God and His Word as sufficient--this is a great, quick little pick-me-up to remind us of how timeless and priceless the Word is to our lives--even today and until we meet our Lord in glory.

*I do not necessarily advocate these discussion types at Thanksgiving unless you want to discover a new way a turkey leg could become a weapon. But you get the point.

I received this book for free in exchange for a fair review from the publisher through Cross Focused Reviews. There was no obligation to provide a positive review.