Empathy for the Devil, JR. Forasteros
Empathy for the Devil, JR. Forasteros
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Empathy for the Devil
Finding Ourselves in the Villains of the Bible

Author: JR. Forasteros

Narrator: JR. Forasteros

Unabridged: 6 hr 48 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 11/07/2017

Synopsis

Do we have anything in common with the bad guys of the Bible? The sins of wrath, idolatry, and abuse of power are closer to us than we think. How do we guard against them? We learn not only by following moral exemplars we also need to look at the warnings of lives gone wrong. In this fictionalized narrative, JR. Forasteros reintroduces us to some of the most villainous characters of Scripture. He shows us what we can learn from their negative examples, with figures such as Cain, Jezebel, King Herod, and even Satan serving as cautionary tales of sin and temptation. Forasteros vividly tells their stories to help us understand their motivations, and his astute biblical and cultural exposition points out what we often miss about their lives. We soon discover that we might have more in common with these characters than we would like to admit. But by the grace of God, we can avoid their mistakes and be freed from our own villainous tendencies. Take a fresh look at the scoundrels of Scripture, and find sound pastoral guidance here to walk the path of righteousness.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Rick Lee on September 28, 2017

I was reading into the early hours of the morning to finish the book. It's start out strong and gets better with each chapter. In an age where the church's lack of grace has made it truly satanic, this book calls is back to our Savior's mercy and grace. The last chapter focused on the accuser is a b......more

Goodreads review by Blake on October 30, 2017

The most compelling question any great story seeks to answer is: Why? Why did Cain kill Abel? Why did Delilah seduce Samson? Why did Judas betray Jesus? These questions are all the same question: Why does evil exist? And, more to the point, why does it exist within us? In Empathy for the Devil, J.R. Fo......more

Goodreads review by C on May 17, 2018

This book was unlike any other I've read--combining fiction chapters and nonfiction chapters while examining the villains of the Bible. It told the stories of biblical villains like Cain, Delilah, Judas, and even the devil and examined their motives, challenging us to practice empathy so that we mig......more

Goodreads review by Logan on November 27, 2018

Really good insights on the villains of the Bible, and quite effective in showing how we are like them. I disagree with his interpretation of Satan, but even so, I still found that chapter to contain some interesting points, and forming a valid criticism of Christian culture. (Disclaimer: I know the......more

Goodreads review by Rick on December 27, 2018

'Empathy For The Devil' - by J.R. Forasteros What can the villains teach us? "Our road has brought us to where we are, the same as their road has taken them to where they are." This line from near the end of J.R.'s book is one that resonated with me. This specific context applies to those we have dif......more

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