The Shack

So, I'm reading this book. I'm enjoying it. I've read some of the criticism by outspoken religious leaders. I understand their point of view. I agree with it...if someone had been writing a non-fiction book. This is a fictional story people!! Why do people get all hot under the collar when someone offers a different perspective than what they've always been told? Why is it wrong to envision God as a black woman? If that's what it takes to shake you (me) from this tiny box that I put God in, old white man, with a beard, then bring it on. At the end of the day (book), do I still believe Jesus died for my salvation and was resurrected? Heck yes! Do I now have a more tangible view on what it may mean to love and what it could be like to have God dwell within you in complete intimacy? Heck yes!! Do I have a tiny bit of understanding of the Holy Spirit....well...not so much...BUT am I headed down to the local Universal Church to pledge membership? .....Ummmm, no. Once again....Fiction. I appreciate those that stand guard over the watering down of our principal biblical teachings. Just keep in mind....the guys isn't trying to rewrite the bible.

OK....bring it on...let me have it....