Review of Have Faith in God but Believe in the Devil

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Review of Have Faith in God but Believe in the Devil

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Have Faith in God but Believe in the Devil" by Glenn R. Thompson.]
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5 out of 5 stars
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Life is filled with a lot of questions. We could say that life itself is a mystery. Have Faith in God but Believe in the Devil is both a guide and an answer to some questions we may have about God. Does having faith in Christ automatically remove the existence of the devil? Personally, I've had some questions regarding this and I found answers to these questions while reading this book.

The parables of Jesus have always appealed to me for their ability to convey messages through tales. In this book, the author does something similar. The first story, which talked about a test given to a group of Navy Seals, drew me to the book. Somehow, the author managed to talk about the plots of the advocates of the devil in our lives through this story. This is the first positive aspect of the book. Throughout the book, the author uses real-life examples and his personal experiences to buttress his points. Not only are these stories easy to understand, but they are also short. The book's length was one of the reasons I chose to read it, and I was not disappointed. I love it when authors pass across their messages without beating around the bush in a bid to make the book longer.

Glenn R. Thompson touched on various commandments and shared his thoughts about them, supporting his thoughts with some biblical passages. He talks about things like repentance, temptation, rapture, forgiveness, and love. The author does not paint himself as a saint. Instead, he states that he has sinned and committed various sins and he preaches the gift of repentance to us. The inclusion of biblical passages in the book served as a source of reference for readers who may want to know more. Hence, at the beginning of each topic, the author included a statement by Jesus relating to the topic to be discussed.

I was a bit disappointed by the fact that the author's theory about the date of rapture turned out to be inaccurate, even though there was a disclaimer by the author regarding the uncertainty of the theory. There was nothing else to dislike about the book. It was professionally edited, as I found only a few errors. Glenn achieved what he set out to achieve with the book. I loved it. Hence, I rate it five out of five. The issue I mentioned was not enough to warrant the deduction of a star from my rating.

Christians will find enlightening information within the pages of this book. They will appreciate the author's logic and wisdom. People who are uncertain about their faith will also find the book helpful, as the author leaves messages that he hopes will reach them.

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This seems like an interesting book to read. I like the idea of using different stories to teach everyday lessons
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I love how well-written your review is. I got a lot of information about the book from it. The book appears to be a wonderful read and I cannot wait to read it too. I'll certainly talk about it when I do.
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It is important that we are aware of the existence or capabilities of our enemy (the Devil), even if we are completely protected by God's grace. This way, we won't become victims of his manipulations. I like the author's ideas.
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The book appears to serve as both a guide and a source of answers, offering insights into the interplay between faith in Christ and the persistent presence of the devil.
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This sounds like a great book, and I may choose it as my next one if it becomes available in my selection!
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This is a helpful and informative review that provides insight into the book "Have Faith in God but Believe in the Devil." The reviewer appreciates the author's use of real-life examples, concise storytelling, and inclusion of biblical passages. However, they mention one inaccuracy regarding the theory on the date of rapture. Overall, the review seems sufficient and would likely motivate those interested in exploring topics of faith, repentance, and love to consider this book as a valuable addition to their library.
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The review suggests that the book "Have Faith in God but Believe in the Devil" is a good read for Christians seeking enlightening information and people uncertain about their faith. The author effectively uses real-life examples and personal experiences to convey his points, making the book easy to understand. The inclusion of biblical passages adds depth and serves as a source of reference. While there was a slight disappointment regarding the accuracy of the theory about the date of rapture, overall, the book is well-written and professionally edited. The reviewer rates it five out of five.
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