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Review: Still Judas - Dear Judas #2

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I have been anticipating Still Judas by James Finke for some time after reading Dear Judas, a modern-day version of the Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis. Coupled with a narrative that brings the epistolary content to life, Dear Judas is a series that merges a fictional couple with non-fiction truth in a unique way.

This book picks up after Tommy Finch's life is changed, and it is ideal for Christians who are established in the faith and yet may be reticent to share their beliefs.

Many thanks to the author for providing a complimentary copy of this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

Book Synopsis

Real spiritual warfare unfolds quietly in offices, living rooms, hospital rooms, and everyday conversations where believers decide whether to speak or stay silent.

Tommy Finch survived cardiac arrest, encountered the reality of eternity, and gave his life to Jesus.

But after his conversion, he slipped into something dangerously comfortable.

He attends church. He prays. He reads his Bible. He just never quite gets around to telling anyone else about the God who saved him.

Then his coworker Ravi Patel dies suddenly at forty-eight.

Tommy is shattered by guilt. He had opportunities to share the gospel.

Now Ravi is gone, his family is grieving, and Tommy is left wrestling with the most uncomfortable question a Christian can face.

What if staying silent cost someone eternity?

Source: Goodreads

Book Thoughts

Tommy and Elizabeth Finch are quickly becoming one of my favourite married couples to cheer on as they live out their faith in Christ together. Following Tommy's encounter with God in Dear Judas, Still Judas starts off at a colleague's funeral, setting the stage for events to come. Interspersed between Tommy's work and his questions around Christianity is correspondence from a demon supervisor to a junior demon named Judas, who is under his tutelage. Not only does this give readers a behind-the-scenes look at the spiritual planes of Tommy's life, it also serves as a powerful reminder to Christians what pitfalls and roadblocks to watch out for on the road to sanctification.

I love that this book is essentially apologetics-infused fiction for analytical readers, using the form of storytelling to convey truth in a memorable way. It's one thing to be aware of Jesus’ death and resurrection as the atonement for our sins; it is another thing to keenly feel the urgency of sharing this Good News with others. Deftly navigating the dangers of progressivism and false latter revelations of the Gospel, I appreciate that James Finke calls readers to be discerning and to test everything against the Bible. If you want to read a book that challenges your faith and causes you to desire maturity, this sequel is written in a compelling yet relatable manner in the form of Tommy Finch and his life.

Book Summary

  • Format of book: 📱
  • Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
  • Recommendation: 👍

Book Quotes

“You cannot follow Christ without moving,” Pastor Mark pressed. “Without leaving something behind. Without stepping into obedience before you feel ready. The Gospel is not just a nice idea to be agreed with,” the pastor said. “It is a call to be obeyed.” The pastor paused, letting the silence stretch. “Scripture says, ‘If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.’ Not someday. Not once you feel qualified. Not when it becomes convenient. This does not mean we are saved by our works,” the pastor said. “It means our works reveal what we believe.”
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