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A review by lexdeweese
Surprised by Paradox: The Promise of and in an Either-Or World by Jen Pollock Michel, Russ Ramsey
5.0
Surprised by Paradox is a book that entered my life at just the right time. As an individual prone to sort life into trite dualisms, this book reminded me of the greatness of God and the complexities of faith we are called to hold in tension.
Jen Pollock Michel again brings her narrative voice and theological wisdom together in a blend of beautiful, accessible writing that will challenge and expose our hearts. The book is split into four sections, exploring the paradoxes of the incarnation, kingdom, grace, and lament—effectively tracing the paradoxes of the entire Biblical narrative while addressing the aches and longings of our culture. Michel writes with a graceful honesty that invites the reader to explore the brokenness of their own heart as well as to the difficult, but worthy way of Jesus.
I would recommend this book to both men and women tired of pat answers and either/or divisions within their faith conversations. For book groups looking for challenging material packaged in a smooth, engaging read, Surprised by Paradox is ideal.
Jen Pollock Michel again brings her narrative voice and theological wisdom together in a blend of beautiful, accessible writing that will challenge and expose our hearts. The book is split into four sections, exploring the paradoxes of the incarnation, kingdom, grace, and lament—effectively tracing the paradoxes of the entire Biblical narrative while addressing the aches and longings of our culture. Michel writes with a graceful honesty that invites the reader to explore the brokenness of their own heart as well as to the difficult, but worthy way of Jesus.
I would recommend this book to both men and women tired of pat answers and either/or divisions within their faith conversations. For book groups looking for challenging material packaged in a smooth, engaging read, Surprised by Paradox is ideal.