BookOpinion

BOOKOPINION REVIEW: If you would like a change from fiction or want to engage in some serious self-searching, check out John Bevere’s “The Bait of Satan.” In a nutshell, the book addresses the issues of offense, forgiveness and truth. This is a sobering, sometimes difficult read, but is definitely well worth the effort.

The book opens with a clear explanation of what an offense (real or imaginary) actually is and immediately proceeds to offer reasons why one may be unable to realize that they are harboring anger or resentment. The first chapter strips away the blinders that give us excuses for our state of mind and offers possibilities as to why the offenses may have occurred in the first place.

John Bevere does not mince words. Statements like “Acquiring an offense keeps you from seeing your own character flaws because blame is deferred to another” and “Forgiveness…you don’t give, you don’t get” tend to make one cringe. However, Bevere offers sensible solutions and revealing insights not only for the causes of offenses but how to deal with them in a mature, sensible and effective manner.

“The Bait of Satan” is definitely a wake up call for those who are willing to absorb the wisdom of Bevere’s reasoning. However, this book is not going to appeal to a wide audience. And, this read is definitely not something that you can quickly scan in one afternoon. But it does point a way to a freedom that you may desire but not know how to acquire.

Regardless of your religious beliefs, “The Bait of Satan” opens the door to possibilities of light, honesty, joy and security in your inner most being that you may not currently possess. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is tired of living on the surface of life.

– Elizabeth Channery