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Summary: Born Fundamentalist Born Again Catholic
Review: I was doing okay with David Currie's explanations until I came to the chapture on the Bible. When an author leaves out a Bible translator as important as John Wycliffe (1320-1384) who did include the Apocrypha but with the explanation of "without the authority of belief", then I have to question the motive of that author. Also in the chapture on Premillennialism and Eschatology Currie says that Paul in Romans 11:17-26 says that the "original branches (jewish Isreal) were cut off from the tree and new branches (the church)were grafted into the root. I don't know what Bible Currie was reading but all the ones I have refer to SOME of the branches being broken off. Currie's book, like all the others I have read on the subject, seems to be explaining why they left the Protestant Faith, and not why they turned to the Catholic Faith.
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Summary: Good Source For those returning to the Catholic Church
Review: Whether you are a cradle Catholic or one who is considering the Church in the future or right now, this book is a good book to read. At times the logic is hard to follow but all in all there is a good mix of personal experience and theology. Again, another evangelical who studied in the seminary tell how he found the truth. You may not think you will be able to relate, but you will. You will learn alot from this book. The only reason for the four stars would be that some of the theology is hard to follow if you don't have a solid training yet. But well work every penny I spent.
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Summary: A layman's apologia for the Catholic Church
Review: This book is a highly readable and effective apologia for the Catholic Church, geared especially for Protestants. As a Protestant in the process of reconciling to the Catholic Church, I found this particular book to be of more benefit than any other, apart from the Bible itself. The premise is quite simple: David Currie, a former Evangelical, explains how he found the Catholic Church to be exactly what it claims to be, based on Scripture and logic. Currie presents detailed arguments in favor of the Church's doctrines and demonstrates how they are true and Scripturally sound. As a number of other reviewers have noted, this book does not go into depth on the whys and wherefores of Currie's move from Protestant to Catholic, but limits itself to a basic comparison of the two views of Christianity.
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Summary: Rude Awakening
Review: When i first picked up this book i thought that it would be easy reading with no sweat,but after a few pages i realized that there really was scriptural proof for what the catholic church taught and did. recommended
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Summary: A better understanding of all Christian beliefs
Review: This is a book that reads quickly...but has so much good information, you'll want to read it again. It was the deciding factor in my joining the Church and I thank God for David Currie every day. Great writer!
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Summary: poor and poorer!
Review: currie is selling an autobiography and that's ok i just wish this book was listed under autos and not catholicism as this is more of a journey of a person trying to fit in in life in general vs. a spiritual journey and then finding catholicism currie says his "born again catholicism" is not an act of rebellion but he does't say what it is an act of (finding truth, realizing past errors etc.) ok as bio not as conversion bio as answers no quesions readers may have the biggest WHY?
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Summary: Excellent writing, incredible research, miraculous results.
Review: I have always considered myself a fairly devout Catholic, although my childhood religious education classes were never terribly informative. However, I probably would never have delved any deeper had I not met my boyfriend near the start of our freshman year of college. He was Protestant, raised non-denominationally, and his father had turned to Pentecostal Fundamentalism in the last several years. We discovered early on that religion was very important to both of us, and even prayed together. We attended each other's churches from time to time, but we both found it awkward and unsettling. Believe it or not, a Fundamentalist sermon on Jesus's bestowing special authority to Peter spurred my boyfriend's curiosity. He thought, "Hey, isn't that the rationale for the papacy?" He started thinking. Then he came to me-- and we began to research together. This book was a godsend-- literally, sent to us from God. He read it first, jaw dropping every few pages. He was absolutely convinced by the last page. I read it after he had already decided to become a Catholic. Even for me, who thought she knew a heck of a lot about Catholicism, this book was amazing. It brought up issues I had never known existed, and clarified so many beliefs. Sometimes college can be a time of spiritual turmoil and questioning; David Currie's book headed off anything like that for me. It is superbly researched, presented clearly, reads comprehensively, and is interesting. My boyfriend frequently remarks, "How come none of the Protestants ever talk about this? Why didn't anybody tell me this before?" When we attended Mass together, tears welled up in my eyes as my boyfriend stood next to me, missal open in front of him, singing his praise and then kneeling before the Blessed Sacrament. We have come to share something so dear and so important to us both. When we return to our university this fall, we will begin RCIA together, and he will receive his sacraments this Easter. By which time, I might add, we hope to officially anounce our engagement-- and we look forward to a lifetime of Catholic love and worship together. This is a powerful, wonderful book, and I highly recommend it to anyone who is questioning the Catholic faith, especially those coming from a Protestant background. So many misconceptions are explained away, and cradle Catholics can also find information to wash away any doubt. To those who are traveling the difficult road of conversion, like my boyfriend, I would extend my hand in welcome to the one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church . . . and God bless.
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Summary: Not a casual read for Protestants!
Review: As someone raised in an Evangelical tradition, I never really gave Catholicism a lot of thought. Someone I respect lent me a copy of this book and it literally opened a door to another realm of thought for me. I have never heard Catholic beliefs described so clearly, and I loved the way they were framed by a story--the author's own journey towards reconciliation with the Church. Because of this book, I am becoming a theology nut and truly wrestling with what exactly I'm "protesting" as a protestant. I still come back to Currie's arguements when explaining Catholicism to those who ask why I am pursuing a greater knowledge of Church. I will always count this book as a great influence on my life and my thoughts about Catholicism. I highly recommend it to all who are willing to put in some time and research, as questioning Protestant traditions is a unavoidable byproduct to all who read this book with an open heart and mind, seeking to know God's truth.
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Summary: Read it now before the arguments change!
Review: Even though Mr. Currie's experience is personal, he manages to include all of the current misunderstandings and disagreements between Evangelical / Fundamentalist Christians and Roman Catholics. The operative word is "current" because both groups are adept at quickly developing apologetic explanations to criticism. At times, Mr. Currie sounds like a Catholic. This was unexpected because my experience is that "conversion" takes a very long time. His biblical hermeneutics remains Fundamentalist in style which may be intentional given his initial target audience. One can certainly detect the influence of C. S. Lewis in Mr. Currie's thought. And, I am thrilled to see G. K. Chesterton quoted, even a little bit. This is a book for Fundamentalists and Roman Catholics.
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Summary: An Engaging and Personal Search for the Truth
Review: David Currie has written a deeply personal and engaging testamonial about his own search for truth. The book is especially helpful for Catholic Christians who don't understand the basis for Fundamentalist Christian misunderstandings and misrepresentations about their ancient faith. The arguments are certainly familiar, and are focused primarily on the questions of authority and the "Real Presence" in the Eucharist. He appropriately minimizes more petty disagreements, and also makes a point to explain the many agreements between Evangelical Christians and Catholics. Currie's frequent use of Scripture makes this book extremely useful for any Catholic who wants to explain their faith to their Evangelical friends. I highly recommend this book.
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