After reading James Finke's Christian non-fiction work, I was excited to dive into this amazing Christian fiction debut that is just as compelling to read. Dear Judas embodies a form of narrative apologetics that is winsome and thoughtful—wonderful companions for a book that will challenge Christians to take their faith beyond this realm seriously. If you're interested in the origin story of this book, please check out the author's blog article!
Many thanks to the author for providing a complimentary copy of this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.
Book Synopsis
From the moment Tommy Finch's heart stopped beating, his life would never be the same. A successful medical device salesman thriving in a high-pressure corporate world, Tommy had no need for God—until a near-death experience shatters his disbelief and forces him to confront a new reality.
As he grapples with the complexities of life, love, and faith, he unwittingly becomes the target of dark forces determined to lead him to “their father’s house below.” But there’s one complication: Tommy is married to Elizabeth, a devout Christian whose unwavering faith becomes a nightmare for the demons scheming to undermine him. Guided by her steadfast love and confronted by skepticism from those around him, Tommy embarks on a journey of discovery that reveals the unseen manipulations at play in his life.
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Book Thoughts
This book serves as an excellent wake-up call for Christians who may feel like life is familiar and routine. Not only does it demonstrate just how critical and urgent it is that there is a spiritual battle for souls, but Dear Judas also points out the tactics that the enemy may use in our lives to lull us into a false sense of security, keeping us stagnant and ineffective in our Christian walk. I thoroughly enjoyed the inner thoughts of Tommy Finch, Elizabeth Finch, and many of the other characters in this incredible story about a near death experience. The correspondence between Judas, a junior demon, and his superiors is modern and in keeping with today’s corporate culture, giving this book a glimpse of what The Screwtape Letters might have looked like in the 21st century.
In unveiling the philosophies of this world, I loved this take on apologetics from a narrative standpoint. Moving from atheism to pantheism to theism was a brilliant exploration, and I felt like both the journey and the research were accurately captured. If anything, I wanted to know more about the Finch family and to see what would happen next. I also appreciated the sober warnings about how the enemy can drive a wedge between spouses while pointing to the power of a Christian marriage where both spouses are fully surrendered to God. I was amazed at the number of biblical teachings packed into this book and would certainly read more should there be a follow-up to Dear Judas. Readers seeking a modern-day Screwtape—complete with a look at how Demon Resources can wreak havoc on believers and keep them from fulfilling the Great Commission—will find this cautionary tale an incisive look at dangerous ideologies and an inspiration in reaching out to others with the Gospel.
Book Summary
- Format of book: 📱
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Recommendation: 👍
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