The Shack

"We know also that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know him who is true. And we are in him who is true—even in his Son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life."
-1 John 5:20

I started a book called The Shack tonight. Some of you might have read it. I read it last summer, but I have forgotten a lot of the details, mostly those regarding the Trinity (which also happens to be the purpose of the book). It is kind of pathetic I know to forget the main purpose of a book because it was only a year ago, but at least I'm reading again. Right?

Well, for those haven't read it, it is an awesome book. It takes the horrible story of a guy who's daughter was kidnapped and murdered, and then how he comes to fully understand the Trinity though a weekend with God. He encounters each element of the Trinity in different human forms. Then through the characters personalities and conversations each (God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit?) the guy begins to truly understand God in a more full sense.

I had a conversation the other night with a really close friend, who just finished the book, about how absolutely incredible the Trinity really is. I think sometimes we read about God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit and we miss how awesome the concept of all three being the same really is. I mean, isn't it cool that the Holy Spirit that fills our lives is actually God! Maybe this is a basic step in most people's walk of faith but somehow I never grasped it very well.

So I guess, as the rest of the week goes on, try to think about how intricate and complex the Trinity can be. It will really put things in perspective and you might even see certain elements in your life a little differently. Also, if you've never read The Shack I highly recommend it. Aside from being great book, it does an awesome job of displaying each element in a relatable manner. Like I said, I'm reading now so if you are too or have read it I'd love to talk about it!