Out of Sorts

Sarah Bessey has a way of writing about difficult things that makes her books seem like warm, comforting presences. Her words are there to guide you through the dark nights of the soul with a warm cup of tea and a empathetic hug. I love this book and it spoke directly into my stage of life. Fully recommend for anyone sorting through the faith of their childhood with the eyes of adulthood

Short Review: This is a very good memoir-ish exploration of Christian growth and change as we mature. Much of it is an exploration of church. The main takeaway is that as much as church communities are flawed, they are still a necessary part of Christian faith. But the book is more than that and it is hard to describe all of the different topics covered.

What I enjoy most about Bessey's writing is her ability to be inclusive in her writing and not exclude those the disagree with some of her positions. It is a gift, and one that I think the church as a whole both needs more and needs to celebrate more.

My full review is on my blog at http://bookwi.se/out-of-sorts/

I absolutely loved this book. I just finished reading it and I already want to read it again and soak it in deep. Sarah's words are so encouraging and her love for Jesus is contagious. I see myself in so much of her story, though we are from different denominational backgrounds. Sarah reminds us that it is okay to have questions and doubts and experience a bit of wilderness time. And she is so gracious in her writing about how we all need each other, all the various streams of Christianity. I love her vulnerability and honesty and the prayer at the end of the book nearly had me in tears. Do yourself a favor and read this book. You will be blessed.