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Summary: For All the Sojourners
Review: This book is essential reading for any Christian who wants to "fight the good fight" and to finish the race well. The excellent thing about this book is that it helps to give the big picture of life and what small events that happen in life can mean in the scheme of things. The first book is about about a man named Christian (you can see that the allegory isn't too hard to understand) and the things that happen to him after he starts on the journey on the road that leads to Heaven. We see how with each step and misstep along the way Christian has the option of continuing on the road to Heaven or giving up, and that helps us readers to realize that the same thing is true in our own lives. Another thing I really like about this book is how even when Christian totally goes off the path and in the wrong direction, God extends grace to him and he is able to return once again to the road to Heaven. The second book is about Christian's wife and family, and is also worth a read. One thing to note though, unless you are extremely comfortable reading old English (which I am not), it would be a good idea to get the modern language version instead of the original; because I read the original and there were several times when I thought about how I probably would prefer a more readable, modern translation. But whichever version you choose, make sure you read this book. It will help you to thoughtfully consider the here and now and also your final destination.
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Summary: Genious Allegory of the Christian Life - Timeless!
Review: This book is truly a literary classic! Although written over 400 years ago, this allegory of the Christian life is still relevant today. It still speaks to incredible depths of the Christian experience, the struggles as well as the joys. You'll feel the emotion of "Christian" as he encouters a number of characters, all named for their particular life experience.I have read this book 4 times in the last 10 years, and plan to again this year. Everytime I pick it up my relationship with God is strengthened. I have also refered to it many times in conversation. What more could you ask for in a book! If you're not comfortable with the old english, then try a modern language version. Either way you won't be disappointed. I guarantee it!
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Summary: Fall in love with a classic!
Review: This Protestant book is a classic. We become John Pilgrim as we make our way back to heaven. The second part tracks the journey of his wife, so we have early Protestant feminism here! Bunyan is quite insightful about the world, and should be lauded for coining the term "Vanity Fair." This book is so inspiritng--and necessary for understanding C. S. Lewis's "Pilgrim's Regress."
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