The beginning of the chapter talks about how in his early years he was far away from God and now is has become closer. "Years ago He was a swinging speck in the distance; now He is close enough I can hear His singing." (page 1)
Then I got to the part where he was confused about God being Father. I can so relate to his confusion. When I was younger it was so confusing to think of God as not only my father, but all his children's father. Because I never really had to deal with the issue of my father, or anyone I knew around me, abandoning me, it never occurred to me the potential meaning of God being the Father.
I just like to picture God as a BIG man who has the characteristics all the good stuff to be the nurturing Father to all his children.
I also never thought about how some people may have issues with religion because of the reference to God as Father. I also love this book. Its very honest, funny, and relevant. Sometimes I wonder though, if with people like Donald Miller and Shane Claiborne, that if we (as Christians) are making Christianity too relevant. Are we making Christianity just "cool" as seen with this book, Shane's book, Christian bands, and even some churches? Not that it shouldn't be cool, but we are almost marketing it toward teens.
ReplyDeleteI loved the imagery that Miller uses to describe how he came to God. I totally relate to that. I really feel that God searches for us, that He walks towards us.
ReplyDeleteI agree, I had also never thought about that some people may be confused by seeing God as the Father and that they might have issues with this. I love his imagery, too.
ReplyDeletei actually am not enjoying "blue like jazz" as much as the other books. i feel like it's harder to read and jumps around a bit too much. i wish that Miller would use other's experiences other than just his own, then I feel that we could relate to all different types of people and problems instead of just his.
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