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The Bible is perhaps the most popular book on Earth. The original version was written ages ago. However, it has become the most widely translated book in existence. Still, it comes as no surprise that understanding its metaphors, parables, and prophecies can be challenging for many.
Dele Babalola found his spiritual calling thirty years ago when a sick woman urged him to read Galatians: 5 from the Bible. He immediately turned his life over to Christ and has sought to evangelize others ever since. His book, The Bible In A Nutshell, is a simple summary of the Bible’s events together with Babalola’s own theoretical concepts. He discusses theories of creation, the Bible’s history, sin, the final days, and the second return of Jesus Christ.
What I appreciate most about this book is that the author links several foretold events in the Bible to recent occurrences. This gives the book a modern spin which makes it very relatable to readers. He compares the approaching nuclear terrorism among the US, North Korea, and the Middle East to similar instances of widespread sin and destruction that appears in the Bible. I find this to be very intriguing. Before now, I didn’t realize how relevant the Bible’s teachings are in today’s world.
I also like the interactive aspect of the book. After encouraging readers to become Christians before Armageddon occurs, Babalola provides readers with a powerful prayer and a list of goals. These are meant to serve as a guide to new Christians. Some of these include having a family altar and joining a church. He also advises them to leave if their church does not support biblical teachings. I like that he includes this point because it shows that he is aware of the infiltrating power of false Christian teachings.
In addition to the religious summaries, I enjoyed reading about the Bible’s history. Babalola explains how divine protection enabled this popular book to be printed and distributed worldwide. Additionally, reading about Christ’s life on Earth and Satan’s past are equally fascinating. Since The Bible In A Nutshell is a controversial religious book, I really appreciate the inclusion of references. Due to this, readers can research certain points if they want to grasp a better understanding of Babalola’s theories.
The only thing I dislike about the book is that it urges readers to become Christians. The author compares the impending ‘end of the world as we know it’ to a ticking time bomb. To him, becoming a Christian is of utmost importance. He almost seems to force the reader to make this life-changing decision and subtly warns them with the biblical repercussions if they won’t. Although I’m already a Christian, reading this part evoked an uncomfortable sensation.
Initially, Babalola encouraged both Christians and non-believers to read his book, but I would recommend it to adult Christian readers and persons who want to learn more about Christianity. This book will definitely appeal to religious leaders like pastors, priests, and reverends. However, agnostics, atheists, and people who aren’t Christians may not enjoy reading it.
I rate this book 3 out of 4 stars. It presents intriguing correlations between biblical teachings and current affairs, it provides suggestions for new Christians, and it narrates fascinating summaries of the Bible and its main characters. While reading, I spotted several errors including glaring formatting issues like font size inconsistencies and the overlay of paragraphs onto page numbers. I deducted a star for this as well as for the uncomfortable responsibility the book seems to place on readers should they not choose to follow Christ.
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and I congratulate the author not only on the #BOTD but more so in fulfilling the great commission, that is to go into the world and preach the good news to all creation, Mark 16:15 NIV. Congratulations too for a job well done, great review you got here! God bless you more!
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