Review of A Row with Two Chairs
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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "A Row with Two Chairs" by Scott Laurence Mocha.]
“What exactly is it that makes a life worth saving?” (A Row with Two Chairs, p. 321)
Scott had dedicated countless hours of his weekends to doing drugs. Cocaine, ecstasy, methamphetamine, and hallucinogens were all intended to attain a momentary high and brighten his life, which was devoid of joy. However, after waking up in disarray after an overdose, he decided to dedicate 30 days to Christ, which became a lifelong journey with God.
A Row with Two Chairs is a memoir that is nothing short of inspiring. Scott had lived a life of pleasing those around him so much that he forgot how to be himself. Lying had become his second nature, and his drug-laden life had become a new normal. He initially felt unworthy and wanted to be seen. He felt like he did not deserve a second chance when there were others who needed it more than he did.
The author's experiences in this book are raw and honest. He does not paint his journey with God as a smooth ride or a colorful experience without hitches. In fact, he shows the challenges that came after he decided to walk with God and how a life of ministry is not as easy to navigate. His travels and experiences, which showed that he is also human, are what make the story worth reading.
I admired Scott's resolve to stick to the path he took. Interactions with people close to God brought him even closer to what he desired. Individuals like Mike, Jake, Mark, and Jim played a big role in his spiritual journey. Even in moments when things seemed to be going downhill, Scott still recognized God’s presence and trusted in the way He worked.
The only downside to this book is that I did not get a full scope of the author's life. Some of the things in his life are not fully explored. For example, there is a mention of his education, but we never get to fully understand what he was studying at the university. This could have been helpful in understanding his search for a job. Also, in the end, his mother, who had played an important role in his life, was not discussed much. However, I came to understand that this book focused on the author's experiences with God and the parts of his life that enhanced the story.
I rate A Row with Two Chairs by Scott Laurence Mocha 5 out of 5 stars. It is a book that shows God's presence in our lives and that He is always with us and communicating with us if we listen. It explains the importance of building a life in Christ and trusting that He will be there when we need Him. Scott's experiences are well documented and are proof of this. As explained, the one negative aspect does not hold weight against my experience of the book. The book is also professionally edited.
This is not a story about the churches the author attended but about his relationship with God and his journey. I recommend it to all who are looking for an enlightening and encouraging read. Scott accepted that some fights were not his and left them entirely up to God. Just like God put people in Scott's life to hear his story, it will also change the lives of many who will read this book.
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A Row with Two Chairs
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“What exactly is it that makes a life worth saving?” (A Row with Two Chairs, p. 321)
Scott had dedicated countless hours of his weekends to doing drugs. Cocaine, ecstasy, methamphetamine, and hallucinogens were all intended to attain a momentary high and brighten his life, which was devoid of joy. However, after waking up in disarray after an overdose, he decided to dedicate 30 days to Christ, which became a lifelong journey with God.
A Row with Two Chairs is a memoir that is nothing short of inspiring. Scott had lived a life of pleasing those around him so much that he forgot how to be himself. Lying had become his second nature, and his drug-laden life had become a new normal. He initially felt unworthy and wanted to be seen. He felt like he did not deserve a second chance when there were others who needed it more than he did.
The author's experiences in this book are raw and honest. He does not paint his journey with God as a smooth ride or a colorful experience without hitches. In fact, he shows the challenges that came after he decided to walk with God and how a life of ministry is not as easy to navigate. His travels and experiences, which showed that he is also human, are what make the story worth reading.
I admired Scott's resolve to stick to the path he took. Interactions with people close to God brought him even closer to what he desired. Individuals like Mike, Jake, Mark, and Jim played a big role in his spiritual journey. Even in moments when things seemed to be going downhill, Scott still recognized God’s presence and trusted in the way He worked.
The only downside to this book is that I did not get a full scope of the author's life. Some of the things in his life are not fully explored. For example, there is a mention of his education, but we never get to fully understand what he was studying at the university. This could have been helpful in understanding his search for a job. Also, in the end, his mother, who had played an important role in his life, was not discussed much. However, I came to understand that this book focused on the author's experiences with God and the parts of his life that enhanced the story.
I rate A Row with Two Chairs by Scott Laurence Mocha 5 out of 5 stars. It is a book that shows God's presence in our lives and that He is always with us and communicating with us if we listen. It explains the importance of building a life in Christ and trusting that He will be there when we need Him. Scott's experiences are well documented and are proof of this. As explained, the one negative aspect does not hold weight against my experience of the book. The book is also professionally edited.
This is not a story about the churches the author attended but about his relationship with God and his journey. I recommend it to all who are looking for an enlightening and encouraging read. Scott accepted that some fights were not his and left them entirely up to God. Just like God put people in Scott's life to hear his story, it will also change the lives of many who will read this book.
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A Row with Two Chairs
View: on Bookshelves |
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