Review of Always Before Me
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[Following is a volunteer review of "Always Before Me" by John Servant.]
John Servant has written a spiritually uplifting book that shows a life lived in faith, in the midst of great tribulations. It is a story being narrated to John Daly, a young man, who thought that his rich and famous father was better than his uncle, a priest who had died in jail. Father Paul, a Catholic priest gets locked up in prison to serve a sentence of 20 years. Why is he there? Is justice being served? Details to these questions are in the book[I]Always Before Me[/I] by John Servant. Even with the uncertain circumstances, he keeps his faith by praying and believing. He becomes hope for his fellow inmates. He says mass while in prison where he becomes a good example of humility and faith. He is seen praying his rosary every place he went. He gives hope to father Anthony, a prison chaplain who was feeling like he had lost his dream to teach. Gus a fellow inmate becomes friend with father Paul. He is presented as a Judas to Father Paul.
I liked the story as it is told. There are many lessons for the believers and non-believers. I liked that father Paul is not defensive towards his religion. When Gus comes to him, wondering if a priest could defile children, he says no human is perfect but that should not shake his faith. The story is entertaining and captivating. The author has showcased the holiness in every step of father Paul, the revenge felt by many in the society and humility overcoming arrogance. I also liked that the language was neutral and bible is well quoted.
I could not find anything to hate. The story was touching with lessons to learn. The tone was objective. When Jacob the interviewer, is asking father Paul’s opinion on the issue of abortion, he simply says every life is of value to Jesus. The book was well edited hence I could not find any error. There was no sex content or vulgar language.
I would rate this book 4 out of 4. This is because the story was interesting, Emotional and captivating. Themes of Crime, religion, oppression, and faith were well showcased.
This book is good not only for Catholics, but also other Judeo-Christian religions.It will touch those who feel that their faith is being shaken. I would also recommend that people who are feeling unjustly accused, oppressed and betrayed by those they were helping to read this book. It is a wonderful read for people who fight crime. It will help them to keep faith in the face of hardships.
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Always Before Me
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John Servant has written a spiritually uplifting book that shows a life lived in faith, in the midst of great tribulations. It is a story being narrated to John Daly, a young man, who thought that his rich and famous father was better than his uncle, a priest who had died in jail. Father Paul, a Catholic priest gets locked up in prison to serve a sentence of 20 years. Why is he there? Is justice being served? Details to these questions are in the book
I liked the story as it is told. There are many lessons for the believers and non-believers. I liked that father Paul is not defensive towards his religion. When Gus comes to him, wondering if a priest could defile children, he says no human is perfect but that should not shake his faith. The story is entertaining and captivating. The author has showcased the holiness in every step of father Paul, the revenge felt by many in the society and humility overcoming arrogance. I also liked that the language was neutral and bible is well quoted.
I could not find anything to hate. The story was touching with lessons to learn. The tone was objective. When Jacob the interviewer, is asking father Paul’s opinion on the issue of abortion, he simply says every life is of value to Jesus. The book was well edited hence I could not find any error. There was no sex content or vulgar language.
I would rate this book 4 out of 4. This is because the story was interesting, Emotional and captivating. Themes of Crime, religion, oppression, and faith were well showcased.
This book is good not only for Catholics, but also other Judeo-Christian religions.It will touch those who feel that their faith is being shaken. I would also recommend that people who are feeling unjustly accused, oppressed and betrayed by those they were helping to read this book. It is a wonderful read for people who fight crime. It will help them to keep faith in the face of hardships.
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Always Before Me
View: on Bookshelves |
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