A book which draws compelling parallels between natural and spiritual light. The author introduces us to profound Christian truths, offering a direct invitation to reflection. Are you ready to think and grow?
God is Light
This is the inspirational statement on which the entire book is based. We dive into the universe of religion, discovering a series of short essays about light, both spiritual and physical. After reading each chapter, it is practically impossible not to fall prey to reverie, and think about your own take on life and how much light influences daily existence.
I liked how the author described his work as “broad strokes of a brush”, leaving it up to the reader to build on the original premise. Here we have a book that offers plenty of opportunities for personal study, prayer, and meditation. If you are looking for something to lift your spirit, read the beautiful poem the author’s five-year old granddaughter has written. Not surprisingly, it is entitled “God is Light”.
Physical light versus spiritual light
“Will it be light or dark in Heaven?” This is the question the author’s daughter asks one day, and one I believe we have all asked ourselves. I enjoyed how the author has used anecdotes from his daily life as starting points for the discussion regarding physical and spiritual light.
The wealth of detail included in this book is astounding, whether we are talking about details concerning light as a physical phenomenon, or spirituality as the very thing that guides us through life. It is true that we have yet to fully comprehend how light affects us, despite the many theories proposed throughout time.
God is the only source of light, the author tells us, and by accepting this fact, we will enjoy a spiritual life. He is omnipresent, omnipotent, and omniscient, and the “key to understanding either physical or spiritual light” is to observe what it can do. We cannot deny the dualistic nature of light, and it is a good thing we are aware of its presence – like many other things in life, it invites us to think about the mystery of our existence.
Throughout the book, the author approaches many important themes, including death and immortality. I liked the idea that the spiritual light coming from God brings man out of the darkness, and how the author quoted Plato to remind us the real tragedy is when we become afraid of the dark.
Verdict
A beautiful book, which invites the reader to reflect on the influence of both physical and spiritual light. The author has done a great job in presenting a deep analysis of religious elements, but I also liked the introduction of theories about life and the numerous anecdotes borrowed from real life. The final line of the book sums the reading experience to perfection – “are you walking in the light or just living in the light?”
GOD’S NATURE: Sonlight Sunlight ISBN: 978-1393359371
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Robert Lloyd Russell holds a Master of Christian Leadership Degree from Western Seminary and is a popular Bible teacher and seminar leader whose purpose in writing is “to help Christians develop a living theology and dynamic discipleship.” New and mature Christians of many different backgrounds and denominations have appreciated his writing.
His Christian Concepts Series books have won several awards including: Gold, Literary Excellence, World Book Award; Gold Medal Winner, Christian Non-Fiction, Readers' Favorites Award; Book of the Year (Religion: Eastern/Western category) awarded by Reader Views; Best Book, Religion--Christianity, World Book Award; Winner, Religion--Non-Fiction, Beverly Hills Book Award; Winner, Book: Biblical Studies, The Word Guild (Canada); First Place, Religion (Eastern/Western), Reader Views Award; Runner-Up, Religion--Christianity, USA Best Book Awards; Runner-up, Religion: Christianity, International Book Award; Finalist, Book--Biblical Studies, The Word Guild (Canada); and Finalist, Religion: Christianity, The USA Best Books Award.
His daily inspirational blog, Abundant Life Now, has been read in over 200 countries and in over 100 languages.
In his career as a professionally certified management consultant, Bob is acclaimed for reducing complex topics into easy-to-understand concepts, ideas, and actions. He has served over 100 manufacturing, service, government, and non-profit organizations, ranging in size from very small to Fortune 500 firms. In his professional career he has published technical and professional articles and has contributed chapters to books.
He has served on several boards including non-profit organizations.
In summary, Mr. Russell refers to himself as a simple A-B-C kind of guy. Christian Author, Christian Blogger, and Christian Consultant and Coach.