Review of A Mechanic's Handbook To The God Of The Bible

[Anthony__]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "A Mechanic's Handbook To The God Of The Bible" by Michael O Borthwick.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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A Mechanic's Handbook To The God Of The Bible by Michael O. Borthwick is a spiritual guide to understanding the overlapping complexities between reality and life in Christ. It uncovers the roots of biblical quotes and encourages simple understanding from the perspective of an experienced mechanic.

The book begins with a chapter on hope. Here, the author paints a striking difference between a reckless life of hopelessness and one with hope in Christ, using himself as an example. As the book progresses, the author recounts his life story in bits and pieces, aligning each experience with the chapter's theme. He narrates his early desires to be a mechanic, the loss of a sibling, and the after-effect it had on his spiritual life. Being an adventurous youth, he recounts his near-death experiences and the final straw that pushed him to the feet of Jesus. Relatably, the author reveals the struggles encountered in his faith walk and explains practical ways in which he overcame his challenges. Finally, he encourages readers to find ultimate peace and eternal security in God.

The author leaves a fingerprint on this piece with his unique experiences and relatable faith struggles. For instance, when he wrote about our insistence on doing what we want despite what God desired from us, I could duly attest to that. Sometimes, the spiritual walk can get so tiring that we convince ourselves we can do it better than God, but there are consequences to that, as the author noted. I also can't over-emphasize the beauty of the author's simplistic writing approach; it made reading very enjoyable.

The author was meticulous about making the chapters relatively short and straight to the point of emphasis, nevertheless making sure to buttress his point well with lessons. I appreciate that the book is not only focused on sin and consequence but also on a message of hope. My favorite part of this book was the author's explanation about the song, just as I am, and he said something important, which I will quote. He says, "The song doesn't say we have to get our lives together, then come; It says "Just As I am." As the author referred to in his book, sometimes pride in self-pity can stand in our way of help; we should remember that there is mercy in God.

This book is indeed a guide to the God of the Bible. It contains everything a reader needs to find his way back to God. The story flow is remarkably sequenced, with exceptionally edited sentences without any errors. Therefore, there is no reason not to rate this book 5 out of 5 stars.

Finally, I recommend this book to readers genuinely searching for traces of God, salvation, peace, and hope. The walk of faith can be grueling, but readers must remember that they can approach God just as they are. I enjoyed the book and there is nothing to dislike about the book.

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[Naniki Maleke]

About this book it's a very good and it's true indeed we like to think that we can do better than God hope to find this book it's so interesting so much love with a big 5 star

[Kristin Paolantonio]

Your review enticed me to add the book to my reading list. I was relieved you described the author's writing style. I have come across books lately that are too wordy and hard to read. When you said the book is written from the perspective of an experienced mechanic I hoped the author would parallel that to the Christian walk. (A car needs a tune-up or alignment like we do spiritually.) I am left wondering if it is a concept included in the book.

[Joe Alex 2]

“The Mechanic’s Handbook to The God of the Bible” by Michael O. Borthwick offers a unique, practical perspective on spiritual life through the lens of the author’s experiences as a mechanic. From his personal struggles and near-death experiences to his journey of faith, the author provides relatable insights on the complexities of living a Christ-centered life. The writing style is refreshingly simple, making it easy to digest important spiritual lessons. One memorable moment for me was when he reflected on the song “Just As I Am,” highlighting the mercy of God and the importance of coming to Him without preconditions. This book is a great fit for anyone seeking spiritual guidance and understanding, with its combination of hope, practical advice, and personal storytelling. Based on the review, I would consider giving it a read, especially for the blend of personal reflection and spiritual depth.