by John Brooks
First published 2018
Pastor David wrestles with his congregation's fear of divine judgment. Week after week, he watches parishioners approach faith like anxious debtors, convinced God keeps a ledger of their failures. They picture the Almighty hunched over a cluttered desk, striking names from the book of life when people fall short of impossible standards. David knows this vision distorts the gospel's central message. He begins a series of sermons designed to shatter these misconceptions about divine bookkeeping. Through personal stories and biblical teaching, he works to reveal the boundless grace that flows freely to humanity, purchased at tremendous cost. His goal extends beyond correcting theology. David wants his people to discover the relationship God actually desires with each person, built on unconditional love rather than conditional performance. As resistance and old habits surface, David must find ways to help his community embrace the confidence that comes from being fully accepted as they are.
Genres: drama, christian-fiction, contemporary
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family
103 pages · Kindle Edition · BookBaby