The Grand Weaver: How God Shapes Us through the Events in Our Lives by Ravi Zacharias Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of The Grand Weaver: How God Shapes Us through the Events in Our Lives
Book Review: Ok book by a great author and teacher
Summary: 3 Stars
The Grand Weaver by Ravi Zacharias is a quick read, unusual for this author, this book is a how-to on finding God's will for your life, emphasizing faith in the sovereign plan of God. Using the illustration of the father-son teams of weavers who make the wedding saris of India, Dr. Zacharias talks about the perfection of the Father's plan even when we don't see the design emerging yet. One of his favorite topics is the Trinity: "unity and diversity in community", and he uses it to communicate the love of God for us His children. The second half of the book, comparable to other reformed works on the purpose of a Christian's life, focuses on worship as a way of life. In this book the Anglican roots of the author emerge more than in anything I have read or heard of his, as he revels in the imagery and tradition of the church as it pertains to worship. The best part about this book to me was the quotes, which I can hear Ravi reciting in his crisp Indian-accented English. I wish I could live in his library, because I have no doubt that this Christian apologist owns copies of the cherished volumes he quotes.
To God be all glory,
Lisa
Book Review: Our Lives
Summary: 5 Stars
We all wonder why certain things occur in our lives, particularly if we believe in God. Ravi has a wonderful way of getting our minds to think beyond human reasoning and look into the spiritual realm of what God intends for us--through prosperity and adversity.
Reading the book has illuminated many situations that in the past I had considered happenstance. In reflection, I now realize these happenings were not per chance, but carefully woven by the Grand Weaver, designed with purpose to mold me into the character of His son, Jesus Christ.
Were all of these experiences pleasant? No, they were not; however, several things ring true: I never had to face them alone, and they shaped who I've become and will continue to be.
I highly recommend this book to anyone who searches for answers and meaning in their lives.
Book Review: Rave Zacharias
Summary: 3 Stars
Book started off good but his wanderings kinda lost me and I don't feel he answered the main premise of the book.Book Review: Ravi as You've Never Read Him Before
Summary: 5 Stars
This is Ravi Zacharias as you've never read him before. More approachable, more practical, and - potentially - more life-impacting. Never one to leave the mind unchallenged in his writing and teaching, Ravi also touches your heart in this wonderful book.
He still employs his powerful story-telling gift, he still pulls in quotes and insights from his wide breathe of knowledge, and he doesn't sacrifice intellectual honesty for improved readability. But there's a tenderness and a gentleness to it all . . . and insights and encouragements abound.
It's a delightful follow-up to his deeply personal memoir, "Walking from East to West: God in the Shadows." Whatever your stage of life--whether it's re-examining your "DNA," finding value in your disappointments, deciphering your calling, or considering your morality--Ravi has a word for you. You'd do well to listen.
Book Review: Ravi has done it again
Summary: 5 Stars
There is not much to say. If you love Ravi you'll love this book also.